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My wife and I are from the U.S. but currently residents of Portugal, so we're in an unusual category. But I'll pass along our experience to add some additional info to the mix. We returned to the U.S. in April to get our two Pfizer jabs. Then, here in Portugal, we went to our local health center, showed them the white vaccination cards from the CDD and asked them to enter our status as fully vaccinated into their records, which they did. We were then able to download our EU Covid Certificates from the Portuguese national health service. At the end of July, we took a one-week trip to France, flying Faro to Toulouse. The EU certificate served as the magic door-opener at the airport at each end: no Covid tests required, we just showed the certificates and got on the plane. In France itself, the certificate proved necessary to get into some museums but nobody asked for it in hotels and restaurants. Not needed on trains or buses either. So, our experience suggests that crossing borders in the EU is easy nowadays for EU residents if you've got that certificate but a major hassle if you don't. More complex situation, of course, for non-ER residents.But as of now it’s been determined , post call, this pass is “ only” for Europeans and no way as of now to update my info in a system. He said keep my documentation on me. He also said he does not think restaurants will be asking for this for atleast two weeks. He said there is a chance at thst time we might not get in to historical sites or restaurants. He and I both agreed this is the beginning/ cusp of a new procedure with LOTS OF UNKNOWNS.
I don’t think there will be problem, but then again I’m no expert, just a shoes on the ground perspective. Proof of vaccination is to fly OR possibly a negative test for non vaxers and then I’ll assume many negatives to follow ( though I must admit my approach will be to share info for those vaxed as the other is just too much knowledge to keep track of and one I’m not interested inMy concern is flying domestically in France. As a Canadian arriving to Paris on Thursday, we then fly south to Biarritz on Air France. I have documentation as to being vaccinated, however, do I need a QR code to board that plane? I called Air France today and they don't even know yet. I'm afraid my Camino "Norte" my turn into my Camino "Not Today"!!
So, seeing more masks today but I think it’s because some stores are open and signs seem to say stores want you to wear them. But as people are walking around everyone with no exception looks relaxed, out an about and the atmosphere is lively. Today upon returning to our gite ( youth hostel) we saw two signs attached one mentions the pass the other states pass, or vax proof, or negative test ( if I’m reading it correctly). However we did walk down a dark entry to a restaurant that is in a courtyard and more intimate , it’s packed but I’m posting the signs that are there… and I think it is requiring a health pass. With that said we have a table at our favorite pizza spot CORELEON, and it’s all smiles and we are eating!!!!Typing quickly, limited wifi. I am standing outside of the hospital in Le Puy. I went to a pharmacy this morning to ask about the “ Health pass QR”, and the lady didn’t know much but sent me to a stadium where she said the could tell me. A ten minute walk produced just a stadium, that was closed and I assume might have been a mass vaccination or testing site at one time. I then google mapped the hospital that unlike ones I have worked in didn’t have an obvious entrance… but I lucked out to walk through a non dramatic entry and attached myself to the first person I saw, a lovely gal who called I think “ the head of vaccinations”. He was all smiles and helpful, And took us to his office where he called the Health Ministries department in Paris. A long hold time but this was what was concluded TODAY ( things change quickly in Covid world, I know first hand from working in an USA Emergency room). But as of now it’s been determined , post call, this pass is “ only” for Europeans and no way as of now to update my info in a system. He said keep my documentation on me. He also said he does not think restaurants will be asking for this for atleast two weeks. He said there is a chance at thst time we might not get in to historical sites or restaurants. He and I both agreed this is the beginning/ cusp of a new procedure with LOTS OF UNKNOWNS. So the answers are not there for everything, and as obstacles present themselves they will have to iron them out. My attitude on this is great!!!! I might need to picnic myself through France in two weeks but deep down I do not think ( just an opinion) this will be the case, because of what I am witnessing here. Spirits are high, I do not feel like I am walking around any differently than the many other times I have travelled in Europe. We did get one frantic look when I walked into the grocery store unmasked, but put one on instantly!!!! I did ask him about the situation of a fellow forum member from Canada who shared they have a mixture of vaccine of Pfizer one dose and I think Moderna one dose. While I had not heard of this he,I am almost certain, said this is common in France as well. His English was as good as my French bad, but I am pretty certain this is what he said. So I am hoping that won’t be an obstacle for those.
I will keep “ Health Pass” updates from what I experience in this one thread. My wifi is limited so I’m not reading and enjoying the forums as usual… just kind of posting to share at this point. I apologize in advance if a thread more specific is already out there. Just sharing what I can. Again my info is from Le Puy at this moment, possibly the best source I will be able to get for weeks. Calls were made and I do think my source was probably the best in the field from this location atleast.
I am appreciate for the time they took with me, calls they made… I saw him first hand trying to get me answers!!!!
Thankfully there's some flexibility on that for those of us vaccinated in Northern IrelandEuropean Covid Cert is compulsory for entry into Pubs and restaurants in Ireland it can be carried in digital format on phone or paper print out also can be loaded onto your Covid tracker seems to be working well.
Thank you! I am flying into CDG and transferring to ORY to fly to Biarritz in two weeks. This answers so many questions--I downloaded tousanticovid today. I walked LP to SJPP 3 years ago. enjoy and keep the updates coming. Bon Chemin!Typing quickly, limited wifi. I am standing outside of the hospital in Le Puy. I went to a pharmacy this morning to ask about the “ Health pass QR”, and the lady didn’t know much but sent me to a stadium where she said the could tell me. A ten minute walk produced just a stadium, that was closed and I assume might have been a mass vaccination or testing site at one time. I then google mapped the hospital that unlike ones I have worked in didn’t have an obvious entrance… but I lucked out to walk through a non dramatic entry and attached myself to the first person I saw, a lovely gal who called I think “ the head of vaccinations”. He was all smiles and helpful, And took us to his office where he called the Health Ministries department in Paris. A long hold time but this was what was concluded TODAY ( things change quickly in Covid world, I know first hand from working in an USA Emergency room). But as of now it’s been determined , post call, this pass is “ only” for Europeans and no way as of now to update my info in a system. He said keep my documentation on me. He also said he does not think restaurants will be asking for this for atleast two weeks. He said there is a chance at thst time we might not get in to historical sites or restaurants. He and I both agreed this is the beginning/ cusp of a new procedure with LOTS OF UNKNOWNS. So the answers are not there for everything, and as obstacles present themselves they will have to iron them out. My attitude on this is great!!!! I might need to picnic myself through France in two weeks but deep down I do not think ( just an opinion) this will be the case, because of what I am witnessing here. Spirits are high, I do not feel like I am walking around any differently than the many other times I have travelled in Europe. We did get one frantic look when I walked into the grocery store unmasked, but put one on instantly!!!! I did ask him about the situation of a fellow forum member from Canada who shared they have a mixture of vaccine of Pfizer one dose and I think Moderna one dose. While I had not heard of this he,I am almost certain, said this is common in France as well. His English was as good as my French bad, but I am pretty certain this is what he said. So I am hoping that won’t be an obstacle for those.
I will keep “ Health Pass” updates from what I experience in this one thread. My wifi is limited so I’m not reading and enjoying the forums as usual… just kind of posting to share at this point. I apologize in advance if a thread more specific is already out there. Just sharing what I can. Again my info is from Le Puy at this moment, possibly the best source I will be able to get for weeks. Calls were made and I do think my source was probably the best in the field from this location atleast.
I am appreciate for the time they took with me, calls they made… I saw him first hand trying to get me answers!!!!
Essentially yes but there is a reason for the different terminology. Unlike the EU DCC, the French pass sanitaire consists of two parts, a pass santiaire activités and a pass sanitaire frontière - a QR code to be shown for access to museums, restaurants and domestic flights and a QR code to be shown for crossing the border of other EU countries. The French government explains it here: https://www.gouvernement.fr/info-coronavirus/pass-sanitaire (I have the French app, btw, and an EU DCC, and I can confirm that it is soWhew, the terminology here can be confusing! But the French pass sanitaire is essentially the same as the EU Digital Covid Certificate.
You need the QR code (pass sanitaire) for all interior long distance travel (train or plane) within France. But since it is not yet obtainable with a canadian proof of full vaccination, you'll have to show a negative Covid test result (48 or 72 hrs, not sure) PCR or Antigen. The weird thing is that you could get a plane from Paris to Spain only showing your proof of vaccination but since it is an interior flight, then the test is required...My concern is flying domestically in France. As a Canadian arriving to Paris on Thursday, we then fly south to Biarritz on Air France. I have documentation as to being vaccinated, however, do I need a QR code to board that plane? I called Air France today and they don't even know yet. I'm afraid my Camino "Norte" my turn into my Camino "Not Today"!!
Needs to be done over there and can be done upon your arrival at the airport and cheaper than in Canada. You can make an appointment directly on the Aeroport de Paris website. Then a temporary 48 hours 'pass sanitaire activité' will be generated and you'll be able to show that upon boarding for Biarritz.... but does the negative test have to be done in France or can we do it ahead of time in Canada? I think their test will provide a QR code but not ours in Canada?? Too confusing!
Sounds like a deal my friend! Buen CaminoThank-you for this. If I see you on the trail somewhere, the beer is on me!!
Can you provide the link that indicates that vaccinated non EU travelers are required to have a covid test for domestic travel within France? I haven’t found any statements of this.Needs to be done over there and can be done upon your arrival at the airport and cheaper than in Canada. You can make an appointment directly on the Aeroport de Paris website. Then a temporary 48 hours 'pass sanitaire activité' will be generated and you'll be able to show that upon boarding for Biarritz.
The most important piece of information! It is a monster link.
There has been a misunderstanding. As of yesterday, all passengers travelling within France on planes or long-distance trains must prove that they are either vaccinated or tested; and they have to prove this with the help of a QR code (digital or on paper) that is conform with the French health pass system. If you are a vaccinated non-EU traveller without such a QR code you can take a Covid test in France which will provide you with such a QR code as a temporary solution. You can then fly within France or take a train.Can you provide the link that indicates that vaccinated non EU travelers are required to have a covid test for domestic travel within France?
Sending mine in a few minutes. Did you send as separate attachments on the one email or can one attachment with everything in it suffice.Good news as per above link. As a Canadian, I have now sent in proper documents and await my QR code. Tip: the email to send to is different than the one a few days ago for French nationals abroad. And pay attention to the details...the subject line must be just right and not bigger than 10 megs overall.
I’ve never heard that either, been here two nights…not saying it’s not true, just saying this is news to me …Can you provide the link that indicates that vaccinated non EU travelers are required to have a covid test for domestic travel within France? I haven’t found any statements of this.
I’m a British citizen, not American - but in exploring travel options outside Europe I found (quite reasonably) that my usual comprehensive travel insurance is not valid if I enter a country where the UK Government has advised against ‘all but essential travel’.HOT OFF THE PRESSES RECEIVED THIS A MOMENT AGO :
I will follow the instruction and submit my cdc card and report back here
Subject From Date
Health Alert: Health Pass Website and Travel Alert raised to Level 4 - Do Not Travel <citizeninfo@state.gov> Today at 2:03 PM
Health Alert - U. S. Embassy Paris, France (August 10, 2021)
Location: Throughout France
Event: Two events:
· The Travel Warning for France has been raised to Level 4 – Do Not Travel · The French government has issued official instructions on how people vaccinated outside France and the European Union can obtain a French/EU Health Pass
EVENT 1: Travel Warning Change:
On August 9, the Travel Advisory for France went from Level 3 – Reconsider Travel, to Level 4 – Do Not Travel, and the Centers for Disease Control returned France to a Level 4 Travel Health Notice due to increasing COVID cases in France. The full text of the Travel Advisory is below:
Do not travel to France due to COVID-19. Exercise increased caution in France due to terrorism and civil unrest.
Read the Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 4 Travel Health Notice for France due to COVID-19 indicating a very high level of COVID-19 in the country. There are restrictions in place affecting U.S. citizen entry into France. Your risk of contracting COVID-19 and developing severe symptoms may be lower if you are fully vaccinated with an FDA authorized vaccine. Before planning any international travel, please review the CDC’s specific recommendations for fully vaccinated and unvaccinated travelers.
Visit the Embassy's COVID-19 page for more information on COVID-19 in France.
Country Summary: Terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in France. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning, targeting tourist locations, transportation hubs, markets/shopping malls, local government facilities, hotels, clubs, restaurants, places of worship, parks, major sporting and cultural events, educational institutions, airports, and other public areas.
Demonstrations in Paris and other major cities continue in France and are expected to continue in the coming weeks. Property damage, including looting and arson, in populated tourist areas has occurred with reckless disregard for public safety. Police have responded with water cannons, rubber bullets, and tear gas. The U.S. Embassy is advising official U.S. government travelers to avoid travel to Paris and other major cities in France on the weekends.
Read the country information page.
If you decide to travel to France:
See the U.S. Embassy's web page regarding COVID-19.
Visit the CDC’s webpage on Travel and COVID-19.
Be aware of your surroundings when traveling to tourist locations and large crowded public venues.
Avoid demonstrations.
Review travel plans if you will be in France on weekends.
Follow the instructions of local authorities including movement restrictions related to any ongoing police action.
Find a safe location, and shelter in place if in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests.
Monitor local media for breaking events and adjust your plans based on new information.
Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency. Follow the Department of State on Facebook and Twitter.
Review the Crime and Safety Report for France.
Have a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the Traveler’s Checklist.
Last Update: Reissued with updates to COVID-19 information. Event 2: Instructions for People Vaccinated in the U.S. to receive a French Health Pass
On August 10, the French government released instructions on how people vaccinated outside the European Union, including people vaccinated in the United States, may obtain a French Health Pass. Please see the instructions at Applying for a COVID certificate if you were vaccinated abroad (procedure for non-EU tourists) - Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs (diplomatie.gouv.fr).
(The link to apply: https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/the-ministry-and-its-network/news/2021/article/applying-for-a-covid-certificate-if-you-were-vaccinated-abroad-procedure-for&data=04|01|EppingJN@state.gov|5947feac117647f2eda008d95be1ad5a|66cf50745afe48d1a691a12b2121f44b|0|0|637641847092185842|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0=|1000&sdata=InG8P9zwMEn+I9mJYDZP1dZyySfIRNFe2QyV8W5QjrQ=&reserved=0
For now, the system is open for people age 18 and above who are already in France or who are traveling to France on or before August 15. (Until September 30, the health pass is only required for people age 18 and above.) These travelers must have been fully vaccinated with the Pfizer, Moderna, Johnson & Johnson, or AstraZeneca vaccines outside of the European Union, Andorra, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Monaco, Norway, Switzerland, England, or Wales.
Travelers should apply before they come to France. Each traveler must apply separately. They will need to submit a scanned copy (in .pdf, .jpg, or .png format) of the following:
A vaccination certificate issued in accordance with the rules of their country of residence, demonstrating full vaccination with an approved vaccine; a valid passport; return airline tickets; an application form available on the website.
The email, with all attachments, cannot be over 10 MB in size.
Specific instructions are provided for how to format the request and where to send it. If these instructions are not followed exactly, the application will not be processed. Processing time will depend on the number of inquiries received. The French government asks that people do not send follow-up emails asking for the status of the request, as this will delay the request.
For questions, please see the information, including Frequently Asked Questions and an email address for assistance, at the Applying for a COVID certificate if you were vaccinated abroad (procedure for non-EU tourists) - Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs (diplomatie.gouv.fr) website. The U.S. Embassy has no access to the French system, nor can we assist in this process.
In the meantime, if you are in France or coming to France imminently and need a health pass, please be advised that rapid antigen tests conducted in France (available on a walk-in basis at local pharmacies) serve as a health pass valid for 72 hours.
Actions to Take:
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My apologies it took me a bit and had some other things going at the same timeThere has been a misunderstanding. As of yesterday, all passengers travelling within France on planes or long-distance trains must prove that they are either vaccinated or tested; and they have to prove this with the help of a QR code (digital or on paper) that is conform with the French health pass system. If you are a vaccinated non-EU traveller without such a QR code you can take a Covid test in France which will provide you with such a QR code as a temporary solution. You can then fly within France or take a train.
From the FAQ on the French government's website: Applying for a COVID certificate if you were vaccinated abroad (procedure for non-EU tourists)
Question: I have not yet received my QR code for the vaccine certificate of equivalence and I need it to travel within France or to visit certain locations (museums, entertainment venues, restaurants, etc.), what can I do?Answer: A temporary QR code can be generated by a healthcare professional following a negative RT-PCR or antigen test taken within the last 72 hours.
Send one email with all documents ..follow the message as written or they will reject itSending mine in a few minutes. Did you send as separate attachments on the one email or can one attachment with everything in it suffice.
As a rule the USA does not issue QR code’s to covid vaccinations …we are only issued the cards with dates and batch/type and where the vaccination were given. I arrived in France 17 July we were on green list French immigration checked my vaccination card and passport upon arrival and so did the airline prior to leaving USA. I personally did a PCR test because I have as a and severe allergies but was not required to do so at that time . I also did some research and looked for travel insurance with covid coverage.I’m a British citizen, not American - but in exploring travel options outside Europe I found (quite reasonably) that my usual comprehensive travel insurance is not valid if I enter a country where the UK Government has advised against ‘all but essential travel’.
If my reading of your post is correct that may now be a more relevant concern with respect to US citizens not already in France than is the apparent inability to obtain a french QR code when you get there.
That all makes sense to me in light of what I am hearing from Italy (planning to walk Via Francigena in October). I have a paper copy of my CDC vax card, plus a paper copy of a QR code sent to me by state health authorities. I cannot get a Green Pass as that is for Europeans only, but I was told by Italian consulate in San Francisco that I only need the CDC card to enter the country. Various sources tell me CDC card also can be used in place of Green Pass at restaurants, museums, etc. QR code is my back up. Have a great walk!Typing quickly, limited wifi. I am standing outside of the hospital in Le Puy. I went to a pharmacy this morning to ask about the “ Health pass QR”, and the lady didn’t know much but sent me to a stadium where she said the could tell me. A ten minute walk produced just a stadium, that was closed and I assume might have been a mass vaccination or testing site at one time. I then google mapped the hospital that unlike ones I have worked in didn’t have an obvious entrance… but I lucked out to walk through a non dramatic entry and attached myself to the first person I saw, a lovely gal who called I think “ the head of vaccinations”. He was all smiles and helpful, And took us to his office where he called the Health Ministries department in Paris. A long hold time but this was what was concluded TODAY ( things change quickly in Covid world, I know first hand from working in an USA Emergency room). But as of now it’s been determined , post call, this pass is “ only” for Europeans and no way as of now to update my info in a system. He said keep my documentation on me. He also said he does not think restaurants will be asking for this for atleast two weeks. He said there is a chance at thst time we might not get in to historical sites or restaurants. He and I both agreed this is the beginning/ cusp of a new procedure with LOTS OF UNKNOWNS. So the answers are not there for everything, and as obstacles present themselves they will have to iron them out. My attitude on this is great!!!! I might need to picnic myself through France in two weeks but deep down I do not think ( just an opinion) this will be the case, because of what I am witnessing here. Spirits are high, I do not feel like I am walking around any differently than the many other times I have travelled in Europe. We did get one frantic look when I walked into the grocery store unmasked, but put one on instantly!!!! I did ask him about the situation of a fellow forum member from Canada who shared they have a mixture of vaccine of Pfizer one dose and I think Moderna one dose. While I had not heard of this he,I am almost certain, said this is common in France as well. His English was as good as my French bad, but I am pretty certain this is what he said. So I am hoping that won’t be an obstacle for those.
I will keep “ Health Pass” updates from what I experience in this one thread. My wifi is limited so I’m not reading and enjoying the forums as usual… just kind of posting to share at this point. I apologize in advance if a thread more specific is already out there. Just sharing what I can. Again my info is from Le Puy at this moment, possibly the best source I will be able to get for weeks. Calls were made and I do think my source was probably the best in the field from this location atleast.
I am appreciate for the time they took with me, calls they made… I saw him first hand trying to get me answers!!!!
Thanks for all the info, and for asking our question!Typing quickly, limited wifi. I am standing outside of the hospital in Le Puy. I went to a pharmacy this morning to ask about the “ Health pass QR”, and the lady didn’t know much but sent me to a stadium where she said the could tell me. A ten minute walk produced just a stadium, that was closed and I assume might have been a mass vaccination or testing site at one time. I then google mapped the hospital that unlike ones I have worked in didn’t have an obvious entrance… but I lucked out to walk through a non dramatic entry and attached myself to the first person I saw, a lovely gal who called I think “ the head of vaccinations”. He was all smiles and helpful, And took us to his office where he called the Health Ministries department in Paris. A long hold time but this was what was concluded TODAY ( things change quickly in Covid world, I know first hand from working in an USA Emergency room). But as of now it’s been determined , post call, this pass is “ only” for Europeans and no way as of now to update my info in a system. He said keep my documentation on me. He also said he does not think restaurants will be asking for this for atleast two weeks. He said there is a chance at thst time we might not get in to historical sites or restaurants. He and I both agreed this is the beginning/ cusp of a new procedure with LOTS OF UNKNOWNS. So the answers are not there for everything, and as obstacles present themselves they will have to iron them out. My attitude on this is great!!!! I might need to picnic myself through France in two weeks but deep down I do not think ( just an opinion) this will be the case, because of what I am witnessing here. Spirits are high, I do not feel like I am walking around any differently than the many other times I have travelled in Europe. We did get one frantic look when I walked into the grocery store unmasked, but put one on instantly!!!! I did ask him about the situation of a fellow forum member from Canada who shared they have a mixture of vaccine of Pfizer one dose and I think Moderna one dose. While I had not heard of this he,I am almost certain, said this is common in France as well. His English was as good as my French bad, but I am pretty certain this is what he said. So I am hoping that won’t be an obstacle for those.
I will keep “ Health Pass” updates from what I experience in this one thread. My wifi is limited so I’m not reading and enjoying the forums as usual… just kind of posting to share at this point. I apologize in advance if a thread more specific is already out there. Just sharing what I can. Again my info is from Le Puy at this moment, possibly the best source I will be able to get for weeks. Calls were made and I do think my source was probably the best in the field from this location atleast.
I am appreciate for the time they took with me, calls they made… I saw him first hand trying to get me answers!!!!
That has now changed. All non EU visitors need this green pass effective August 9th. Open to all to apply.That all makes sense to me in light of what I am hearing from Italy (planning to walk Via Francigena in October). I have a paper copy of my CDC vax card, plus a paper copy of a QR code sent to me by state health authorities. I cannot get a Green Pass as that is for Europeans only, but I was told by Italian consulate in San Francisco that I only need the CDC card to enter the country. Various sources tell me CDC card also can be used in place of Green Pass at restaurants, museums, etc. QR code is my back up. Have a great walk!
I don't have the real answer on this but I suspect we will need our Canadian test or vaccine status proof to enter France, and then a test in France to travel for 48 hours. Then we will have to find out where to go to get our Canadian proof of vaccination entered into the French system. Hopefully this will be clarified soon.... but does the negative test have to be done in France or can we do it ahead of time in Canada? I think their test will provide a QR code but not ours in Canada?? Too confusing!
It is clarified already. Read @Iriebabel's posts in this thread and apply to have your Canadian proof of vaccination entered into the French system. I wouldn't wait. The early bird catches the worm.Then we will have to find out where to go to get our Canadian proof of vaccination entered into the French system. Hopefully this will be clarified soon.
Hi Irie! I hope your awesome longish trip to France continues to go well. I have enjoyed seeing your website pictures and hope to see more in the days to come.As a rule the USA does not issue QR code’s to covid vaccinations …we are only issued the cards with dates and batch/type and where the vaccination were given. I arrived in France 17 July we were on green list French immigration checked my vaccination card and passport upon arrival and so did the airline prior to leaving USA. I personally did a PCR test because I have as a and severe allergies but was not required to do so at that time . I also did some research and looked for travel insurance with covid coverage.
Since being here in France I have had no problems I brought an adequate supply of masks with me and some hand sanitizer And other than that just try to be careful. I am mostly in the countryside not in any crowded areas so I continue to try.beyond that if I get stuck in France…who am I to complain
As a side note ..my friend here are slightly under 50 years old and are still having a wait for a vaccines..several calls in the past 2 weeks and told to wait maybe next week .
Will let you all know if and when I receive the QR code.
i will leave you all with a few pictures
Done thank you. Acknowledgement back in less than a minute. We leave Canada on the 15th of august and arrive on the 16th so hoping that does not delay our application. May book an antigen test at CDG as well to error on the side of caution. We overnight in Paris before flying on to Biarritz so have the time.Send one email with all documents ..follow the message as written or they will reject it
lucky you...we fly in 48 hours...fingers crossed!!Thank you for the update. Just submitted the requested documents and received a confirmation e-mail. If I receive an additional response I will let everyone know. It would be great to have this resolved quickly as my flight form the US to Paris leaves on Sunday.
Yes Chrissy I’m good thank you..enjoying each moment no matter how smallHi Irie! I hope your awesome longish trip to France continues to go well. I have enjoyed seeing your website pictures and hope to see more in the days to come.
VERY informative !!! Thank you!!!I am in France currently on The Normandy coast was on the Camino Litoralle this past weekend. I will be here until October if I get more information I will offer here. I received this yesterday from the US State Department. I highly encourage anyone from USA to Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive applicable security and other conditions updates while traveling.
I highlighted the most important bits but you can read all hope this helps :
Subject From Date
Health Alert: Health Pass Requirements Expanded <citizeninfo@state.gov> Yesterday at 7:42 PM
Health Alert - U. S. Embassy Paris, France (August 9, 2021)
Location: All of France
Event: Health Pass Requirements Expanded
As of today, August 9, a pass sanitaire (health pass) is now required in France for entry into restaurants, cafes, bars, retirement homes, and hospitals and medical providers (except in case of emergency), as well as on long-distance forms of transportation, including planes, trains, and buses, for those 18 and older. Children ages 12-17 will be required to show a health pass starting September 30. The requirement to show a health pass to enter cultural events and sites, including museums, monuments, cinemas, and theatres; athletic facilities including gyms and swimming pools; festivals, amusement parks, nightclubs and many other establishments continues, and now applies regardless of the number of people present.
Note that this pass is NOT required for grocery stores. It is up to local prefects to decide whether the pass will be required at shopping centers larger than 20,000 square meters, based on current COVID conditions within their jurisdictions. The pass is also not required for religious services, but is required for cultural events held at churches. Finally, the Minster of Health told a French newspaper that the pass is not required to visit an internist or family doctor.
Generally, while France is permitting the use of a U.S. vaccination record (the white CDC card) for entry into France, this record is not generally accepted otherwise as a health pass.
The U.S. Embassy CANNOT provide a French health pass.
Currently the French government has not provided an official solution to obtain the health pass for non-French citizens vaccinated outside of France. The Embassy has been told the French government intends to provide a solution in August for non-French citizens vaccinated outside of France with vaccines that are approved for use in France. As of the time of this alert, we have no update. Once we receive official word on this, we will post the information to our website, https://fr.usembassy.gov.
Any willing French pharmacy or doctor has the ability to enter the foreign vaccination information into the French system, but many are unwilling to do so. We do not have a list of pharmacies willing to provide this service, and our information is that such lists that can be found online are subject to frequent and rapid change. Please be aware that some pharmacies and medical centers have begun referring people to the Embassy to obtain the health pass, although the Embassy has no ability to provide this French document.
As an alternative, temporary solution, a negative COVID-19 test, whether a PCR test or an antigen test, will provide a temporary health pass and QR code good for 72 hours from the time of the test.
French citizens, including dual French-U.S. citizens can request a health pass from the relevant French consulate by following the instructions indicated here. This is only available to French citizens.
Actions to Take: ·
Please remember to bring a health pass or negative COVID test if trying to access many establishments open to the public.
· French authorities require people who test positive for COVID-19 to self-isolate for 10 days and alert those with whom they have been in contact. Please refer to this link for instructions from the French Ministry of Health.
· Consult a medical professional if you have been in direct contact with an infected person within the past three weeks and have symptoms. · Please note that regardless of vaccination status, all travelers to the U.S. age 2 and above must have a negative antigen or PCR test conducted no more than three days prior to the departure of their flight into the U.S. People who test positive for COVID-19 test should selfisolate and contact their airline to delay until they have recovered from COVID-19. Airlines must refuse to board anyone who does not present a negative test result for COVID-19 or documentation of recovery.
· Please refer to the CDC website for requirement for proof of negative COVID-19 test or recovery from COVID-19 for all air passengers arriving in the United States. Antigen tests are acceptable.
· Visit the CDC’s website for more information.
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Very informative. Thanks for sharing.Needs to be done over there and can be done upon your arrival at the airport and cheaper than in Canada. You can make an appointment directly on the Aeroport de Paris website. Then a temporary 48 hours 'pass sanitaire activité' will be generated and you'll be able to show that upon boarding for Biarritz.
I applied as well yesterday and have only received the confirmation that it was received. Hoping…I applied yesterday as a Canadian and received my health pass QR code today...I'm good to go!
I got about 18 hours later...I'm sure you will get today. It comes in a pdf which you can just print out OR it scans nicely into their ToutAntiCovid app.I applied as well yesterday and have only received the confirmation that it was received. Hoping…
What day do you arrive? We are the 16th so perhaps that is why it is delayed.I got about 18 hours later...I'm sure you will get today. It comes in a pdf which you can just print out OR it scans nicely into their ToutAntiCovid app.
that is possible, we fly out tomorrow overnight and arrive in Paris Fri AM the 13thWhat day do you arrive? We are the 16th so perhaps that is why it is delayed.
Funny I am already here in France 3 weeks applied yesterday same time and have not received mine yet hopeful for today as well. Good luck with your travels and Buen Camino !that is possible, we fly out tomorrow overnight and arrive in Paris Fri AM the 13th
Did you receive your QR code?Funny I am already here in France 3 weeks applied yesterday same time and have not received mine yet hopeful for today as well. Good luck with your travels and Buen Camino !
It is my understanding that the EU certificate is needed on some trains, for example on the TGV. I'll be taking it to Le Puy in September so I'll report back.The EU certificate served as the magic door-opener at the airport at each end: no Covid tests required, we just showed the certificates and got on the plane. In France itself, the certificate proved necessary to get into some museums but nobody asked for it in hotels and restaurants. Not needed on trains or buses either.
As of this morning 9:44 am France time No I did not receive it yet. I am trying not to speculateDid you receive your QR code?
Still waiting too hereAs of this morning 9:44 am France time No I did not receive it yet. I am trying not to speculateif it is a verification or volume as in too many at one time issue and we are not allowed to inquire… so maybe hurrying to wait is normal with such things
Maybe today is the daywill let you know
Any news on your code? Still nothing on my end.As of this morning 9:44 am France time No I did not receive it yet. I am trying not to speculateif it is a verification or volume as in too many at one time issue and we are not allowed to inquire… so maybe hurrying to wait is normal with such things
Maybe today is the daywill let you know
Nothing yet …I was hoping. I was reading the website and it said it may take some time to verify I guess we have no choice but to practice Camino patience …if you are flying soon do not worry you do not need it to fly into the country. Use you official government vaccine issued card and the attestation form Provided by the airlines.Any news on your code? Still nothing on my end.
Our (6 women all vaccinated) group have plans to depart Dallas on sept 6. Arrive paris sept 7. Fly to Lyon same day. Rent a vehicle and start in Saugues (GR65) the following day.Hot off the presses, from my local Metro News Media paper:
Immigration Minister Marco Mendicino says fully vaccinated Canadians will soon be able to get a government document that will certify their COVID-19 vaccine history for the purpose of international travel.
The document, expected to be ready by the fall, will be digital, with an option for those who can't or don't want a digital certificate.
Mendicino says it will include data on the type of vaccines received, the dates, and the location.
Those already in France or scheduled to arrive by August 15th are able to apply for the pass at this time. I would check in next week to see when these dates are updated. For travel prior to August 15th it appears to be about an 18 hour turn around time.Our (6 women all vaccinated) group have plans to depart Dallas on sept 6. Arrive paris sept 7. Fly to Lyon same day. Rent a vehicle and start in Saugues (GR65) the following day.
We have submitted information to the French government to obtain the health pass online before we travel since we now need that for the flight from paris to Lyon.
My question is -has anyone submitted their request online and also received the QR code back yet?
I have received auto response from the French government acknowledging receipt but no indication of turn around time.
just curious. Thank you!!
I submitted my request Tuesday as I am departing the US on Sunday and have not received a reply. My understanding is that the French are prioritizing individuals already in country and then scheduled to travel in the coming days first based on how you needed to submit the request. I will let you know when I hear back.Our (6 women all vaccinated) group have plans to depart Dallas on sept 6. Arrive paris sept 7. Fly to Lyon same day. Rent a vehicle and start in Saugues (GR65) the following day.
We have submitted information to the French government to obtain the health pass online before we travel since we now need that for the flight from paris to Lyon.
My question is -has anyone submitted their request online and also received the QR code back yet?
I have received auto response from the French government acknowledging receipt but no indication of turn around time.
just curious. Thank you!!
Without looking if I recall correctly I entered the address (city) where I was staying as I am staying with friends. I believe it said final destination (meaning in France I think)so I would put your final destination as a travel point where you are to start (as in where you will sleep your first night) in France use the name of the city and maybe the place you are staying with the name of the Camino enroute to Santiago de Compostela Spain ?? (just for good measure as you are on the move in case of contact tracing. That would be my best guess. Or at least it can’t hurtI will be flying in from the US. When filling out the attestation form, what is the final destination….Biarritz, SJPdP, SdC, or Madrid which is where I will fly home from. I am not sure what they are looking for as to final destination. Anyone know for sure? Thanks
Thank You!Without looking if I recall correctly I entered the address (city) where I was staying as I am staying with friends. I believe it said final destination (meaning in France I think)so I would put your final destination as a travel point where you are to start (as in where you will sleep your first night) in France use the name of the city and maybe the place you are staying with the name of the Camino enroute to Santiago de Compostela Spain ?? (just for good measure as you are on the move in case of contact tracing. That would be my best guess. Or at least it can’t hurt
What did you decide. I have to fill mine out soon. Probably putting Madrid.I will be flying in from the US. When filling out the attestation form, what is the final destination….Biarritz, SJPdP, SdC, or Madrid which is where I will fly home from. I am not sure what they are looking for as to final destination. Anyone know for sure? Thanks
Did you receive your QR code?
My husband and I applied on Tuesday morning and received my code about 6 hours ago. My husband received his within 18 hours of applying and after waiting two days for mine I decided to resubmit. I think because the applications were sent in on the same email perhaps the second one was ignored/deleted? Take note that it is perhaps wise to submit on separate email addresses
an update from a “ boots on the ground “ perspective in FRANCE!!!! I don’t have the wifi or time to read the thread and apologize but wanted to share first hand things here…Typing quickly, limited wifi. I am standing outside of the hospital in Le Puy. I went to a pharmacy this morning to ask about the “ Health pass QR”, and the lady didn’t know much but sent me to a stadium where she said the could tell me. A ten minute walk produced just a stadium, that was closed and I assume might have been a mass vaccination or testing site at one time. I then google mapped the hospital that unlike ones I have worked in didn’t have an obvious entrance… but I lucked out to walk through a non dramatic entry and attached myself to the first person I saw, a lovely gal who called I think “ the head of vaccinations”. He was all smiles and helpful, And took us to his office where he called the Health Ministries department in Paris. A long hold time but this was what was concluded TODAY ( things change quickly in Covid world, I know first hand from working in an USA Emergency room). But as of now it’s been determined , post call, this pass is “ only” for Europeans and no way as of now to update my info in a system. He said keep my documentation on me. He also said he does not think restaurants will be asking for this for atleast two weeks. He said there is a chance at thst time we might not get in to historical sites or restaurants. He and I both agreed this is the beginning/ cusp of a new procedure with LOTS OF UNKNOWNS. So the answers are not there for everything, and as obstacles present themselves they will have to iron them out. My attitude on this is great!!!! I might need to picnic myself through France in two weeks but deep down I do not think ( just an opinion) this will be the case, because of what I am witnessing here. Spirits are high, I do not feel like I am walking around any differently than the many other times I have travelled in Europe. We did get one frantic look when I walked into the grocery store unmasked, but put one on instantly!!!! I did ask him about the situation of a fellow forum member from Canada who shared they have a mixture of vaccine of Pfizer one dose and I think Moderna one dose. While I had not heard of this he,I am almost certain, said this is common in France as well. His English was as good as my French bad, but I am pretty certain this is what he said. So I am hoping that won’t be an obstacle for those.
I will keep “ Health Pass” updates from what I experience in this one thread. My wifi is limited so I’m not reading and enjoying the forums as usual… just kind of posting to share at this point. I apologize in advance if a thread more specific is already out there. Just sharing what I can. Again my info is from Le Puy at this moment, possibly the best source I will be able to get for weeks. Calls were made and I do think my source was probably the best in the field from this location atleast.
I am appreciate for the time they took with me, calls they made… I saw him first hand trying to get me answers!!!!
Ok so now I had a chance to look at the pass. There was only a single file attached to the email and no further instructions included.I received my pass a few minutes ago will provide more details later not in good Wi-Fi at the moment
By the way I can see the island from hereStill with friends doing weekend walking as much as I can do with this temperamental foot and a little touristing
Could you let us know when you get the QR Code? Our arrival date is Aug 19, we applied yesterday and anxiously awaiting.Done thank you. Acknowledgement back in less than a minute. We leave Canada on the 15th of august and arrive on the 16th so hoping that does not delay our application. May book an antigen test at CDG as well to error on the side of caution. We overnight in Paris before flying on to Biarritz so have the time.
Received my husbands within 18 hours...mine took 3 days. Applied August 10 (tuesday am) and received my code August 13 in the wee hours of the morning. You will no doubt have an approval by Monday.Could you let us know when you get the QR Code? Our arrival date is Aug 19, we applied yesterday and anxiously awaiting.
As a Canadian it is my understanding you have to register with the Spanish health authorities and you upload you vaccination status and they give you a QR code. It is also the link you need should you get sick in Spain. The app is SpTH. Go one and follow directives. What I am not sure about is transmitting from Montreal to Frankfurt if this Spanish QR is the key for entry. Of course I will have my vaccination proof as well.My concern is flying domestically in France. As a Canadian arriving to Paris on Thursday, we then fly south to Biarritz on Air France. I have documentation as to being vaccinated, however, do I need a QR code to board that plane? I called Air France today and they don't even know yet. I'm afraid my Camino "Norte" my turn into my Camino "Not Today"!!
The Spanish App only applies to flights into Spain. We arrive in france and walk into Spain so I don't think we need it? Anyone know one way or the other for sure.As a Canadian it is my understanding you have to register with the Spanish health authorities and you upload you vaccination status and they give you a QR code. It is also the link you need should you get sick in Spain. The app is SpTH. Go one and follow directives. What I am not sure about is transmitting from Montreal to Frankfurt if this Spanish QR is the key for entry. Of course I will have my vaccination proof as well.
You don't need the Spanish app and you don't need the Spanish SpTH QR code if you fly to France and walk into Spain. The Spanish SpTH code is of no use outside of an airport or seaport in Spain.The Spanish App only applies to flights into Spain. We arrive in france and walk into Spain so I don't think we need it? Anyone know one way or the other for sure.
What did you decide. I have to fill mine out soon. Probably putting Madrid.
I will be doing the same trip….Paris to Biarritz on 8/25. I applied on Friday. I look forward to hearing about your experience. Fingers crossed for you.I applied on Tuesday and am still waiting for the code. I arrive in Paris early Monday morning. I am a little nervous, as I am scheduled to fly to Biarritz later in the day and unsure if I will need it when I transfer flights in Paris. From reviewing the air france website it looks like I should be ok. I am also looking into getting covid tested at the airport yet it does not appear the test can be pre booked ahead of time as of now. If anything changes I will let everyone know. pen to any suggestions or solutions.
One of the answers I received suggested I put the place I would spend the first night, which is SJPdP.What did you decide. I have to fill mine out soon. Probably putting Madrid.
Have been traveling Le Puy Camino since third week in July. We have had no problem using CDC vax card in place of French QR in even small towns. It is an acceptable alternative. If you come from a state, like NYC, that offers a QR prob wouldn’t hurt to load it on your phone but I wouldn’t spend valuable time chasing the tail of French bureaucracy which seems to have punted on non-EU QR .Typing quickly, limited wifi. I am standing outside of the hospital in Le Puy. I went to a pharmacy this morning to ask about the “ Health pass QR”, and the lady didn’t know much but sent me to a stadium where she said the could tell me. A ten minute walk produced just a stadium, that was closed and I assume might have been a mass vaccination or testing site at one time. I then google mapped the hospital that unlike ones I have worked in didn’t have an obvious entrance… but I lucked out to walk through a non dramatic entry and attached myself to the first person I saw, a lovely gal who called I think “ the head of vaccinations”. He was all smiles and helpful, And took us to his office where he called the Health Ministries department in Paris. A long hold time but this was what was concluded TODAY ( things change quickly in Covid world, I know first hand from working in an USA Emergency room). But as of now it’s been determined , post call, this pass is “ only” for Europeans and no way as of now to update my info in a system. He said keep my documentation on me. He also said he does not think restaurants will be asking for this for atleast two weeks. He said there is a chance at thst time we might not get in to historical sites or restaurants. He and I both agreed this is the beginning/ cusp of a new procedure with LOTS OF UNKNOWNS. So the answers are not there for everything, and as obstacles present themselves they will have to iron them out. My attitude on this is great!!!! I might need to picnic myself through France in two weeks but deep down I do not think ( just an opinion) this will be the case, because of what I am witnessing here. Spirits are high, I do not feel like I am walking around any differently than the many other times I have travelled in Europe. We did get one frantic look when I walked into the grocery store unmasked, but put one on instantly!!!! I did ask him about the situation of a fellow forum member from Canada who shared they have a mixture of vaccine of Pfizer one dose and I think Moderna one dose. While I had not heard of this he,I am almost certain, said this is common in France as well. His English was as good as my French bad, but I am pretty certain this is what he said. So I am hoping that won’t be an obstacle for those.
I will keep “ Health Pass” updates from what I experience in this one thread. My wifi is limited so I’m not reading and enjoying the forums as usual… just kind of posting to share at this point. I apologize in advance if a thread more specific is already out there. Just sharing what I can. Again my info is from Le Puy at this moment, possibly the best source I will be able to get for weeks. Calls were made and I do think my source was probably the best in the field from this location atleast.
I am appreciate for the time they took with me, calls they made… I saw him first hand trying to get me answers!!!!
That's interesting to read that they scanned your French health pass QR code and did not just look at it for a visual check.I could not fly from Paris to Biarritz day before yesterday without the QR code...and in Biarriz, we enterred at least 10 cafes...each one demaned and scanned the QR code; as did our hotel in Biarritz and St Jean de Luz last night.
Is this common view to see people bringing their coffee to the sidewalk? Maybe bringing their plates with food and eating right off the tarmac? Can someone please wake me up...we had to take our coffee to go this time and drink it on the side walk not sitting outside at the tables
I think maybe more often until everyone gets the QR if so they choose Or take it back to your car/hotel.Is this common view to see people bringing their coffee to the sidewalk? Maybe bringing their plates with food and eating right off the tarmac? Can someone please wake me up...
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