27 May 2021 | 02:41 PM UTC
Albania: Authorities to ease certain domestic COVID-19 restrictions from June 1 /update 25
Albania to ease some domestic COVID-19 restrictions starting June 1. No international entry measures remain in place.
Event
Authorities plan to ease certain COVID-19 related domestic restrictions from June 1 following a significant decrease in infection rates. The daily curfew will start one hour later; curfew hours will now run from 23:00-06:00. In addition, authorities will lift the mandate on wearing facemasks in outdoor public spaces; the mandate for facemasks in indoor public spaces remains in place. Gatherings remain capped at 10 people.
All land borders are open, and no mandatory testing or quarantine requirements are in place. International flights and maritime passenger transport continue to operate to and from Albania.
Authorities could reimpose, extend, further ease, or otherwise amend any restrictions with little-to-no notice depending on disease activity over the coming weeks.
Advice
Follow all official instructions. Abide by national health and safety measures. Reconfirm all travel arrangements. Consider delaying traveling if experiencing symptoms associated with COVID-19, as they may prompt increased scrutiny and delays. Liaise with trusted contacts for further updates and guidance. Maintain contact with your diplomatic representation. Ensure contingency plans account for further disruptive measures or extensions of current restrictions.
