France - Health measures in force

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If you are planning to come to France and want information about the Covid-19 (coronavirus), check here for the latest information.


As of 14 March 2022:

  • No more masks to be worn indoors (except on public transport).

  • End of the vaccination pass (except in health establishments, Ehpad and establishments for people with disabilities).


Health pass

  • Since 14 March, the vaccination pass has been suspended until further notice in all places where it was required (places of leisure and culture, commercial catering activities, trade fairs and exhibitions, etc.).

  • However, the health pass remains in force in health establishments, retirement homes and establishments for people with disabilities.


To obtain a health pass, any person aged 12 years and 2 months or more must present one of the following three health proofs:

  • Vaccination, provided that the person has a complete vaccination schedule and the necessary time after the final injection.

  • A negative RT-PCR or antigen test less than 24 hours old.

  • A positive RT-PCR or antigenic test result demonstrating recovery of Covid-19 that is at least 11 days old and less than 4 months old.