COVID testing and vaccination
Firstly, there is no mandatory vaccination in Germany. However, to participate in public life there can be different rules where you either might have to be vaccinated, cured or tested.
When there are are many COVID cases in Germany it is important to reduce infection rates by getting tested, vaccinated and following all protective measures.
- Find a testing location in my area: Testen | Zusammen gegen Corona
- Find a vaccination location in my area: Bundesministerium für Gesundheit | Corona-Schutzimpfung
For current rules, please click here: Coronavirus: Public life
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You are considered fully vaccinated with two vaccinations and one booster.
Rules vary in different areas, depending on the severity of the pandemic. For current rules, please click here: Coronavirus: Public life
Ukrainian vaccination certificates are valid in Germany if the vaccine used has been approved in the EU. Please check this list:
| Comirnaty | BioNTech Manufacturing GmbH |
| Spikevax | Moderna Biotech Spain, S.L. |
| Vaxzevria | AstraZeneca AB, Schweden |
| COVID-19 Vaccine Janssen | Janssen-Cilag International NV |
| Nuvaxovid | Novavax CZ a.s. |
There are different rules in different areas. We suggest you ask the testing location, your local contacts or read this link: When do I have to quarantine or self-isolate?
According to the current ordinance on testing, all Ukrainians are entitled to at least one free rapid test (PoC test) per week, whether they are vaccinated or have recovered from COVID-19 or not.
You can purchase self-tests in pharmacies and supermarkets. Also ask your guest families/social workers about self-tests.
