Germany tightens COVID-19 regulations for the unvaccinated

Germany has limited access to the country for people traveling from certain "variant of concern" countries who are not permanent residents or citizens.

The announcement of stricter restrictions did not make any additional changes to entry for travelers from other destinations. Those requirements remains that they must register online before arriving and, depending on where they are arriving from, provide proof of vaccination, recovery or testing. For instance, those arriving from the United States are required to show proof of vaccination to enter. 

Though the federal government may allow entry, be aware that states are allowed to set further restrictions that may impact your travel. Bavaria and Saxony, two of the German states that have been hit hardest by the recent rise in cases, have both restricted tourism. Last month, Munich canceled its Christmas market due to the inability to regulate entry to the market under the 2G regulations.

The US Department of State currently designates Germany as a Level-4 country and urges Americans not to travel to the area at this time.