Countries offer many incentives for people vaccinated against Covid-19

European Union

Since July 1, all EU member states have simultaneously implemented the "Covid Certificate", also known as the Covid-19 vaccine passport, for all citizens and permanent residents as well as certain groups of visitors from third countries. This is essentially a paper or digital certificate, with an integrated QR code, showing that someone has been vaccinated.SARS-CoV-2 virusfull or recovered from infection within 6 months or have a negative test within 48 - 72 hours.

According to the New York Times, people with EU Covid certificates will not need to comply with most travel restrictions or be quarantined or tested when entering the union. In addition, each country in the bloc will have specific regulations or additional incentives for those holding valid vaccine passports.

For example, atVirtue, in most areas of the country, in areas with a positive rate of SARS-CoV-2 of 35 cases per 100,000 inhabitants, only people with a certificate are allowed to eat in closed spaces in restaurants; visit relatives in hospitals, nursing homes; attend events, parties or indoor sports activities. However, this regulation applies to all areas of the capital Berlin, the states of Baden-Württemberg, Lower Saxony, Rhineland-Palatinate and Saarland.

InFranceIn response to the fourth wave of infections, the National Assembly on July 26 passed a law requiring all people working in the health care sector, including medical staff, nursing home staff, and volunteers who come into contact with the elderly, to be vaccinated by September 15 or face the risk of being suspended from work.

In addition, only those who have been fully vaccinated or have a Covid certificate will be allowed to travel by train, plane, restaurant, bar and other public places. This rule initially only applied to adults, but from September 30 will be effective for everyone aged 12 and over.

Euro News reported, atBelgiumResidents and visitors who have completed their vaccination within two weeks can apply for a “Covid-19 safety pass,” which exempts them from wearing masks or social distancing when attending outdoor events of 1,500 or more people from September 1. Some football clubs are also dividing the stands in stadiums to separate vaccinated and unvaccinated fans.

InItalyIn addition to those with a Covid-19 certificate, anyone who has had at least one dose of the vaccine will also be allowed into closed public places as well as large gatherings such as museums, private parties and sporting events.

Greecerequire customers entering restaurants and bars to have a certificate of vaccination, whileHungarymandatory vaccination for health care workers

From mid-July,Maltahas become the first EU country to ban entry to any traveller aged 12 and over who has not been fully vaccinated against Covid-19. The only exception is for unvaccinated children aged 5-12, if they have tested negative and are travelling with a fully vaccinated parent.

United Kingdom

UK authorities announced that from August 2, people fully vaccinated against Covid-19 coming from the US and Europe (EU member states, European Free Trade Association countries, emirates such as Andorra, Monaco and Vatican City) do not need to quarantine when entering the foggy country.

Since June, British authorities have issued mandatory vaccination regulations for nursing home workers, including non-medical personnel.

America

The US has not yet imposed a nationwide Covid-19 vaccination mandate, but President Joe Biden's administration has deployed a number of "carrot and stick" measures to speed up the national vaccination campaign.

Speaking at the White House on July 29, Mr. Biden called on state and local governments to give $100 bonuses to each citizen who gets vaccinated. According to CBS, this amount is taken from the pandemic response fund, worth nearly $1.9 trillion, approved by Congress in March.

In addition, all federal employees will be required to be vaccinated or wear masks at all times, be tested once or twice a week, maintain social distancing at work, and not be allowed to travel. The Pentagon also announced plans to make vaccination mandatory for all military personnel by mid-September.

Covid-19 vaccination is now mandatory for New York City officials and will be mandatory for everyone entering restaurants, gyms and recreation centers starting in mid-September. Similarly, health care workers in California will be required to show proof of vaccination starting in October. Anyone who refuses will be subject to weekly screening, social distancing and other restrictions.

Malaysia

The Malaysian government announced on August 8 a number of relaxations for those who have completed their Covid-19 vaccination. Specifically, from August 10, citizens returning from abroad who have been fully vaccinated can self-isolate at home, couples can travel between states to visit each other, and parents can visit their children under 18 years old. In addition, those who have completed their vaccination are also allowed to pray at places of worship, eat at restaurants, travel, and exercise outdoors...

Those eligible for the relaxation need only present an electronic certificate showing they have received the full dose of the vaccine, according to authorities. For those who received the Pfizer, AstraZeneca and Sinovac vaccines, completion of vaccination is determined 14 days after the second dose. For those who received the single-dose Johnson & Johnson and CanSino vaccines, completion of vaccination is determined 28 days after the injection.

Pakistan

In Pakistan’s Baluchistan province, only those vaccinated against Covid-19 will be allowed to visit public places such as parks, theaters, museums, shopping malls or use public transport from July 1. According to an official source in the province, 70 members of the paramilitary force that helps police maintain order have been dismissed for refusing to be vaccinated.

In Sind province, civil servants will not be paid if they refuse to get vaccinated against SARS-CoV-2. Similarly, the government of Punjab province has threatened to cut off the phones of those who do not get vaccinated.

Saudi Arabia

The Saudi Arabian government announced on May 18 that only people who have been vaccinated against Covid-19 will be allowed to go to work, school, entertainment venues or use public transport. In both the public and private sectors, only vaccinated employees will be allowed to go to work.

In addition, after closing borders for 17 months to prevent the spread of the virus, authorities decided to allow foreign visitors who have completed vaccination to enter the country from the beginning of August.