Poland: Changes in Issuance of EU COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate

Last Updated on February 23, 2023

Key Points  

  • Reduced validity of the EU COVID-19 vaccination certificate in Poland  

Overview  

Beginning 1 Feb. 2022, the government of Poland will decrease the initial validity of the EU COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate in Poland to 270 days (nine months). However, the certificate’s validity will be extended for 270 days after the date a booster dose is received.   

What are the Changes? 

In accordance with the European Commission's decision to reduce the validity period of the EU COVID-19 vaccination certificate, the government of Poland will reduce the validity period of the EU COVID-19 vaccination certificate to 270 days. The EU COVID-19 vaccination certificates allow travelers to transit through EU countries more easily when a vaccination certificate is required for entrance.  

Looking Ahead  

Continue to check the government of Poland’s website and Envoy’s website for additional updates and information.  


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