{"id":216453,"date":"2020-12-10T14:29:56","date_gmt":"2020-12-10T13:29:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fulltravel.it\/trade\/what-to-do-at-christmas-trips-with-anticovid-rules"},"modified":"2020-12-10T14:29:56","modified_gmt":"2020-12-10T13:29:56","slug":"what-to-do-at-christmas-trips-with-anticovid-rules","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fulltravel.it\/trade\/en\/what-to-do-at-christmas-trips-with-anticovid-rules","title":{"rendered":"What to do at Christmas: trips with anti-Covid rules"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>For the Christmas period, the <em>DPCM<\/em> has set new rules to be followed by those returning to Italy or going on vacation abroad. These rules will see an increase in checks. If you haven&#8217;t already, you can download the 2020 self-declaration form in PDF.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Sommario<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6ab34b745aa73\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 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>Editable 2020 Self-Declaration (download)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fulltravel.it\/trade\/en\/what-to-do-at-christmas-trips-with-anticovid-rules\/#Traveling_by_plane\" >Traveling by plane<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fulltravel.it\/trade\/en\/what-to-do-at-christmas-trips-with-anticovid-rules\/#Countries_where_travel_is_not_possible\" >Countries where travel is (not) possible<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fulltravel.it\/trade\/en\/what-to-do-at-christmas-trips-with-anticovid-rules\/#I_am_an_Italian_living_abroad_who_wants_to_return_for_the_Christmas_holidays_what_should_I_do\" >I am an Italian living abroad who wants to return for the Christmas holidays, what should I do?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fulltravel.it\/trade\/en\/what-to-do-at-christmas-trips-with-anticovid-rules\/#From_December_10_to_January_15\" >From December 10 to January 15<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fulltravel.it\/trade\/en\/what-to-do-at-christmas-trips-with-anticovid-rules\/#From_December_4_to_January_15\" >From December 4 to January 15<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fulltravel.it\/trade\/en\/what-to-do-at-christmas-trips-with-anticovid-rules\/#From_December_21_to_January_6\" >From December 21 to January 6<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fulltravel.it\/trade\/en\/what-to-do-at-christmas-trips-with-anticovid-rules\/#I_am_an_Italian_traveling_abroad_for_Christmas_holidays_what_should_I_do_upon_return\" >I am an Italian traveling abroad for Christmas holidays, what should I do upon return?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fulltravel.it\/trade\/en\/what-to-do-at-christmas-trips-with-anticovid-rules\/#From_December_10_to_January_15-2\" >From December 10 to January 15<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fulltravel.it\/trade\/en\/what-to-do-at-christmas-trips-with-anticovid-rules\/#From_December_21_to_January_6-2\" >From December 21 to January 6<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"December_2020_Self-Declaration_PDF_download\"><\/span><i class=\"fa fa-download\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fulltravel.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/lazio\/roma\/212314\/autocertificazione-covid-2020.pdf\">December 2020 Self-Declaration PDF (download)<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Editable_2020_Self-Declaration_download\"><\/span><i class=\"fa fa-download\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fulltravel.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/lazio\/roma\/212314\/autocertificazione-covid-editabile-dicembre-2020.pdf\">Editable 2020 Self-Declaration (download)<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Traveling_by_plane\"><\/span>Traveling by plane<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For <strong>traveling by plane<\/strong>, remember that anti-Covid rules must be followed and learn <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fulltravel.it\/trade\/viaggio-in-aereo-quanto-tempo-prima-arrivare-check-in-controlli-e-documenti\/156963\">how early to arrive at the airport<\/a>, especially during a time of increased controls like now. Before traveling by plane, it is advisable to contact the airline and understand the entry rules of foreign countries. Many countries still do not allow the entry of foreigners, and some are closed to Italians.<\/p>\n<p>Here are some more important rules for traveling by plane:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>wear the mask<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>carry travel documents<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>self-declaration for travel by air in PDF<\/strong> (<em>see above<\/em>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The Farnesina provides a <a href=\"https:\/\/infocovid.viaggiaresicuri.it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>questionnaire for travelers leaving for abroad or returning to Italy<\/strong><\/a>, based on current Italian regulations. The questionnaire is solely for informational purposes, has no legal value, and the result obtained does not guarantee entry into Italy or the destination country.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Countries_where_travel_is_not_possible\"><\/span>Countries where travel is (not) possible<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>A &#8211; San Marino and Vatican City: no restrictions<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>B &#8211; From December 10,<\/strong> low-risk epidemiological states and territories, identified by a specific Ordinance, among those in list C. Currently, no state is on this list.<br \/>\n<strong>C \u2013 From December 10: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Croatia, Denmark<\/strong> (including Faroe Islands and Greenland), <strong>Estonia, Finland, France<\/strong> (including Guadeloupe, Martinique, Guyana, Reunion, Mayotte, and excluding other territories outside Europe), <strong>Germany, Greece, Ireland, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands<\/strong> (excluding territories outside Europe), <strong>Poland, Portugal<\/strong> (including Azores and Madeira), <strong>Czech Republic, Romania, United Kingdom<\/strong> (including Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Gibraltar, and British bases in Cyprus, excluding territories outside Europe for which the UK manages international relations), <strong>Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain<\/strong> (including territories in Africa), <strong>Sweden, Hungary, Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Andorra, Monaco:<\/strong> mandatory <strong>molecular or antigen test<\/strong> taken within 48 hours before boarding with a negative result (otherwise, quarantine). From December 21 to January 6, quarantine is mandatory.<br \/>\n<strong>D &#8211; Australia, Japan, New Zealand, South Korea, Rwanda, Singapore, Thailand, Uruguay:<\/strong> mandatory quarantine upon entry\/return to Italy.<br \/>\n<strong>E &#8211; Rest of the world:<\/strong> travel permitted only with specific reasons. Quarantine and health surveillance upon entry\/return in Italy.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>The F list is no longer in effect<\/strong>. <strong>Countries previously included in this list<\/strong> (Armenia, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Chile, Kuwait, North Macedonia, Moldova, Oman, Panama, Peru, Dominican Republic, Kosovo, Montenegro, Colombia) <strong>are now included in list E.<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>For countries for which Italy imposes no restrictions<\/strong>, it is always recommended to check the Country Profile on ViaggiareSicuri: <strong>local authorities may still maintain entry restrictions for travelers (including those from Italy)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h5>Some FAQs<\/h5>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"I_am_an_Italian_living_abroad_who_wants_to_return_for_the_Christmas_holidays_what_should_I_do\"><\/span>I am an Italian living abroad who wants to return for the Christmas holidays, what should I do?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_December_10_to_January_15\"><\/span>From December 10 to January 15<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Before departure, a test (molecular or antigenic) must be performed within 48 hours if coming from EU countries and other seven states (Andorra, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, United Kingdom, Switzerland, Monaco). Alternatively, quarantine is required (10 days). The test must be performed in the departure country.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_December_4_to_January_15\"><\/span>From December 4 to January 15<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If arriving from a non-EU country, you must quarantine and report your presence to the local health authority. Entry remains prohibited (except for proven reasons related to work, study, health, urgent matters, returning home, residence) from certain non-EU countries.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_December_21_to_January_6\"><\/span>From December 21 to January 6<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The rule of testing before departure still applies, but only if the reason for arrival is related to: study, health, returning to one&#8217;s residence, work.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"I_am_an_Italian_traveling_abroad_for_Christmas_holidays_what_should_I_do_upon_return\"><\/span>I am an Italian traveling abroad for Christmas holidays, what should I do upon return?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_December_10_to_January_15-2\"><\/span>From December 10 to January 15<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Before departure, a test (molecular or antigenic) must be performed within 48 hours if coming from EU countries and other seven states (Andorra, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, United Kingdom, Switzerland, Monaco). Alternatively, quarantine is required (10 days). The test must be performed in the departure country.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_December_21_to_January_6-2\"><\/span>From December 21 to January 6<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Upon return, quarantine is required and your entry into Italy must be reported to the local health authority. For example: those choosing to go on a winter holiday in Switzerland or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fulltravel.it\/cosa-vedere\/austria\">Austria<\/a> will need to observe the quarantine period at a declared residence.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<div class=\"mh-excerpt\">The latest DPCM from early December set the rules for those entering our country or going on vacation abroad. Let&#8217;s see what to do.<\/div>\n<p> <a class=\"mh-excerpt-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fulltravel.it\/trade\/en\/what-to-do-at-christmas-trips-with-anticovid-rules\" title=\"What to do at Christmas: trips with anti-Covid rules\">[&#8230;]<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":20,"featured_media":212450,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[120],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-216453","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-travelnews-en"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fulltravel.it\/trade\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/216453","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fulltravel.it\/trade\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fulltravel.it\/trade\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fulltravel.it\/trade\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/20"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fulltravel.it\/trade\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=216453"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.fulltravel.it\/trade\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/216453\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fulltravel.it\/trade\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/212450"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fulltravel.it\/trade\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=216453"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fulltravel.it\/trade\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=216453"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fulltravel.it\/trade\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=216453"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}