France has tightened the rules for entering the country

Until now, entry from the EU or the Schengen area has not been subject to any restrictions.

Those entering France from EU countries must first pass a test for the presence of the COVID-19 coronavirus, performed no more than 72 hours before crossing the border. On Friday, January 22, The Local reports.

Compliance with the regulations will be controlled at both airports and ports. The requirement will go into effect on January 24.

It is clarified that the innovation does not apply to truckers and people who work in border areas.

“Those entering France from non-European countries must not only pass a COVID-19 test, but must also remain in quarantine for seven days in the country,” the statement said.

Due to the difficult epidemiological situation in France, a curfew has been imposed from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.

During the coronavirus pandemic, according to the latest data, almost 3 million cases of COVID-19 infection were recorded in France. The country ranks sixth in the world in terms of the number of infections. Almost 72 thousand people died from the consequences of the virus infection.

Spain, Belgium and the Netherlands are known to have also adopted similar measures. The only exception is that free movement in border areas is preserved for people who live and work on different sides of national borders.

We will remember, in France, the first day of the curfew extended by the situation with the spread of the coronavirus, almost six thousand fines were issued.

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