Coronavirus-related travel restrictions no longer apply to travellers entering Germany. However, travellers must comply with the general regulations under German residence law and other border control entry requirements.
Further information can be found on the website of the Federal Ministry of the Interior under Lifting of COVID-19-related restrictions for entry into Germany (in German and English).
Yes, the vaccination is recommended for everyone in Germany from the age of 18 (at least 2 vaccinations). For people who are at a higher risk of severe illness from COVID-19, another vaccination after 12 months is recommended. It is best to have this vaccination done in autumn. This also applies to people who are at a higher risk of infection due to the nature of their work (e.g. care workers) and to those who are in close contact with other people who cannot protect themselves well with a vaccine (e.g. because they have certain illnesses).
The SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus continues to be widespread in Germany. The coronavirus vaccine is the most effective protection against COVID-19, in particular against severe illness and long-term effects (long COVID).
For information on COVID-19 vaccination, see Infection Protection (materials in Ukrainian), among others.
The following publications provide information about vaccinations against COVID-19:
RKI information sheet on vaccination with mRNA vaccines PDF, 376 KB, not barrier-free
RKI information sheet on vaccination with protein vaccines PDF, 276 KB, not barrier-free
You can find more information about protection against infection here: www.infektionsschutz.de
Treatment after a coronavirus infection/Long-term effects of coronavirus infection
If you have been infected with the coronavirus and are in a risk group, please consult your doctor straight away and ask about treatment with medications at an early stage. These have the best possible effect if treatment is started as soon as possible.
More information can be found at www.bmg-longcovid.de
Heart risks of a coronavirus infection
A study has shown that a coronavirus infection harbours a high risk for the heart, such as blood clots, inflammation and cardiac arrhythmia. This applies to all those affected, irrespective of age and fitness level. Protect yourself with the coronavirus vaccine and ensure that you are up to date with your vaccinations.
Immunity after a coronavirus infection
The average resting heart rate may still be higher months after a coronavirus infection. This is very stressful for the hearts of older people and may make them more susceptible to a weakened heart or a heart attack. Make sure to get plenty of rest after an infection. Protect yourself with a coronavirus vaccination to reduce the risk of an infection and severe illness.
More information can be found at www.infektionsschutz.de/coronavirus
Vaccinations
The COVID-19 vaccine provides a high level of protection against severe illness or death. Even after an infection with the latest coronavirus variants, the level of immunity built up is not sufficient. You can get infected again. It is recommended that everyone in Germany from the age of 18 is vaccinated against COVID-19 at least twice (to obtain a basic immunity). People who are at particular risk of severe illness or of being infected with the coronavirus should also get a second vaccination. These include:
- People from the age of 60,
- People from the age of 6 months who are at a particular risk of severe illness from COVID-19 due to an underlying illness.
- People living in care institutions,
- Staff at medical facilities and care institutions (out-patient and in-patient) who are in direct contact with patients.
- Family members and those in contact with people who cannot protect themselves adequately with a COVID-19 vaccine (e.g. due to an illness).
This second vaccination should be given 12 months after the last COVID-19 vaccination or infection with the coronavirus, preferably in autumn. Check your records to see if your second vaccination is due.
Protection against aerosol particles
FFP2 masks help to protect you and other people from the transmission of infections such as the coronavirus. If you fall into a risk group, wearing an FFP2 mask may be appropriate, in particular at times when infections are high, e.g. in autumn and winter. If you have fallen ill with a cold virus yourself, please stay at home and avoid contact with other people. If that is not possible, wearing an FFP2 mask helps to protect others from getting the virus.
Also, check your records to see if your second vaccination is due.
More information can be found at www.infektionsschutz.de/coronavirus
Offers of assistance, information on the latest research and answers to the most important questions about long COVID can be found on the Federal Ministry of Health’s Long COVID initiative website: www.bmg-longcovid.de
More information can be found at www.infektionsschutz.de/coronavirus/basisinformationen/long-covid-langzeitfolgen-von-covid-19/