Greece To Require Negative Covid Tests For Travellers From China

Air travellers to Greece from China must show they have tested negative for Covid-19 48 hours before arrival, a new requirement that will be announced shortly.

Two government officials stated this on Thursday, after a cabinet meeting.

“Passengers boarding in transit flights from China will be strongly recommended to wear a face mask,” one of them said on condition of anonymity.

A health ministry official confirmed the decision.

On Wednesday, the EU’s Integrated Political Crisis Response group (IPCR) recommended that member states introduce restrictions. Its decisions are usually published within days but Friday is a public holiday in Greece.

Reuters/ Mercy Chukwudiebere