Ireland: The government of Ireland Friday (January 21) agreed that most of the public health measures currently in place can be removed.
From 6 am on Saturday 22 January, the following restrictions will be removed:
guidance in relation to household visiting
early closing time for hospitality and events
capacity restrictions for outdoor events, including sporting fixtures
capacity restrictions for indoor events, including weddings
sectoral protective measures
restrictions on nightclubs
requirements to have a valid Digital COVID Certificate to enter various premises will be removed
From Monday 24 January, a return to physical attendance in workplaces can commence on a phased basis appropriate to each sector.
A number of public health measures will remain in place until 28 February 2022:
requirements for mask wearing in all settings where currently regulated for
protective measures in schools and early learning and care facilities
International travel
There is no change to the current measures in place regarding international travel including the requirement for Digital COVID Certificate travel.
From 1 February, for travel purposes, DCC based on primary vaccination only will expire after 270 days (9 months). An updated DCC can be obtained for those who have received a booster dose. Updated DCCs are currently being issued.
