Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 9 September 2021
1287. Deputy Éamon Ó Cuív asked the Minister for Health if persons who have received mixed Covid-19 vaccinations (details supplied) are accepted in order for EU Digital COVID Certificates to issue; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42368/21]
Amharc ar fhreagraEU Digital COVID Certificates are being issued to individuals who have received a heterologous vaccine regimen in Ireland.
As such persons who have received a ‘mixed-dose’ vaccination regimen in Ireland can also request or acquire a Digital COVID Certificate after they have received their second vaccination from the HSE.
It is important to note that for the purposes of travel into Ireland, a person with mixed vaccination doses is not considered a fully vaccinated person. International travel policy is under continuous review, including in relation to this matter.
An Irish issued DCC can be used for travel purposes within the EU and for indoor hospitality where necessary in Ireland
