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Proof-of-jab cert on cards to restore free movement
18 Mar 2021 / EU Print

Proof-of-jab cert on cards to restore free movement

The EU is to issue a travel certificate to enable freedom of movement for those vaccinated against the coronavirus, in a bid to revive the tourism and leisure industries. 

The cert will provide information to let travellers cross borders freely again after a year of travel restrictions.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the cert will show whether the person has either been vaccinated, or has had a recent negative test, or has recovered from Covid, and thus has antibodies.

"With this digital certificate we aim to help member states reinstate the freedom of movement in a safe, responsible and trusted manner," she said.

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