Passengers are not required to wear masks when flying within the European Union (EU), although the specific regulations depend on each airline.
The EU Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and the European Center for Disease Control and Prevention (ECDC) have lifted the mandatory requirement of wearing medical masks in airports and on flights from May 16.
The above announcement was made in the context of many countries such as Italy, France, Bulgaria ... loosening or canceling most measures to prevent the Covid-19 epidemic. That means many European countries are returning to the pre-epidemic policy, when visitors only need a passport or an additional visa.
Currently, many countries around the world have removed Covid-19 prevention measures for travelers who have received two doses of the vaccine. Photo: Financial Times
EASA's CEO, Patrick Ky, said this move is in line with the regulations on removing face masks on public transport in many European countries.
"For the crew and passengers, this is a big step forward in the process of normalizing air travel. However, passengers should behave responsibly and respect the choices of those around them. A passenger who is showing signs such as coughing or sneezing should especially consider wearing a mask to ensure the safety of those sitting next to him."
The ECDC said that passengers with weak health, prone to illness, should consider wearing a mask in public. However, regulations on masks still depend on the policy of each airline.
