Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 6 May 2021
204. Deputy Paul Kehoe asked the Minister for Health if vaccinated tourists from the United States of America will be able to enter Ireland by 3 July 2021; if a decision has not been made, when a decision will be made on whether such vaccinated tourists can enter Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23442/21]
Amharc ar fhreagra207. Deputy Seán Canney asked the Minister for Health his views on the different versions of vaccines available worldwide; and the way in which travel restrictions will be implemented coming into Ireland for persons that have received a non-EMA approved vaccine. [23455/21]
Amharc ar fhreagraI propose to take Questions Nos. 204 and 207 together.
Under the current travel policy, persons who can demonstrate that they are fully vaccinated by one of the four EMA approved vaccines are exempt from hotel quarantine. Such persons are, however, still required to observe mandatory pre-departure testing and self-quarantine on arrival.
The Government gives continuing consideration to travel policy informed by the epidemiological situation internationally and public health advice.
