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Face masks are no longer mandatory. However, they are still advised:
COVID-19 is still with us and there are critical components which still require our collective response:
The following public health advice will continue to be important:
| Age | Mask you should wear | Isolation period |
| 13 years and older | Medical grade or FFP2 for 10 days | 7 days |
| 0-12 years | Well-fitted mask (9-12 years) for 10 days | 7 days |
| Who you are | Testing requirement |
| If you are aged aged 55 years and older AND unboosted | Self isolate and get a PCR test. Follow public health advice on test result |
| If you have a high-risk medical condition | Self isolate and get a PCR test. Follow public health advice on test result |
| If you are immunocompromised | Self isolate and get a PCR test. Follow public health advice on test result |
| If you live in the same household as a person who is immunocompromised | Self isolate and get a PCR test. Follow public health advice on test result |
| If you provide care or support for person they know to be immunocompromised | Self isolate and get a PCR test. Follow public health advice on test result |
| If you are pregnant | Self isolate and get a PCR test. Follow public health advice on test result |
| All others | No test required but self-isolate until 48 hours after symptoms resolve |
| Who you are | Testing requirement |
| If you are a healthcare worker identified as a household close contact | Repeat antigen testing is required, unless you have recovered from COVID-19 in previous 3 months |
| All other close contacts | No test required if not symptomatic, self-isolate if symptoms develop |
Since Sunday 6 March 2022 travellers to Ireland are not required to show proof of vaccination, proof of recovery or a negative PCR test result upon arrival.
Travellers to Ireland are no longer asked to complete a COVID-19 Passenger Locator Form and travel carriers will not ask to check a PLF receipt prior to travel to Ireland.
There are no post-arrival testing or quarantine requirements for travellers to Ireland.
Any individual that develops COVID-19 symptoms while in Ireland should follow the HSE guidance in relation to isolation and undertaking antigen or PCR testing as appropriate.
Digital COVID Certificates are still being issued as proof of vaccination, recovery or test results in Ireland. These can be used if you wish to travel to another EU country. If you have not received an updated Digital COVID Certificate, you can request one through the online self-service portal.