by In Trieste
As of today, Thursday 20 January the Green Pass is required to access hairdressers, barbers and beauticians, with the measure remaining in force until 31 March.
Italy is currently operating a two-level Green Pass system, with the “basic” version of the pass obtainable by testing negative for covid, alongside the “reinforced” or “Super” version which can only be obtained by the vaccinated or recovered from covid-19.
From 1 February the basic Green Pass will be required to enter public offices, banks and post offices.
The government is currently finalizing a list of “non-essential” shops where it will be necessary to have the Green Pass from 1 February.
The unvaccinated will still be able to access food shops, supermarkets, pharmacies and fuel stations, among a handful of other services.
Also on 1 February the government will introduce a one-off €100 fine for all Italians and foreigners aged over 50 residing in Italy who have not been vaccinated against covid-19, under Italy’s controversial vaccine mandate for the over-50s.
Those who violate the new rules face fines of between €400 and €1,000.
For official information about the covid-19 situation in Italy (in English) see the health ministry website.
