Europe plans to gradually open up all its internal borders between June 15 and July 1.
Italy sets the tone
Italy is undoubtedly one of the European countries hardest hit by the Covid-19 pandemic. However, it is the first country to open its borders to European tourists. This decision, taken on June 3, is justified by the Italians' desire to resume their social life, which had been damaged by the Coronavirus. It is also an opportunity for the country to boost its economy.
Belgium plans to
While all European countries are in favor of resuming cross-border activities, it should be noted that each is moving at its own pace. This is the case for Belgium, which has opted to reopen its borders with other European countries from today, Monday June 15, 2020.
France aligns itself with Belgian policy
Following the Belgian example, Emmanuel Macron, has informed French citizens that French borders will be open to other EU countries from today.
Greece ready for today too
Hardly affected by COVID-19, but heavily impacted from an economic point of view, Greece is actively preparing to welcome European tourists as of today. For the time being, Athens and Thessaloniki airports will be the only ones authorized to receive flights from some thirty European countries (including France, the UK and Italy). Arrivals by sea will be possible from July 1.
Spain delays its opening
The Iberian peninsula is not planning to open until June 21. Measures to welcome tourists have yet to be defined.
The UK remains cautious
Despite the fact that its intra-European borders have been open since June 8, the UK reserves the right to apply a compulsory four-week check to foreign travelers. This measure is supposed to change every three weeks.
The reopening of the EU's external borders is a long time coming
The European Union's external borders will remain closed until July 1.
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