Quarantine and Isolation – Rules for Shorter Periods
The Chief Medical Officer has completed a review of the rules on quarantine and isolation for Covid-19, and the conclusion is that the isolation period for infected individuals and the quarantine period for those who have been exposed to Covid can be shortened, without increasing the risk of the virus spreading.
COVID-19: Quarantine and Isolation – Rules for Shorter Periods
The Director of Public Health has completed a review of the rules on quarantine and isolation for Covid-19, and the conclusion is that the isolation period for infected individuals and the quarantine period for those who have been exposed to Covid can be shortened, without increasing the risk of the virus spreading. The Minister of Health has amended Regulation no. 1100/2021 accordingly, in line with the recommendations of the Director of Public Health. Subject to certain conditions, the period of isolation can be as short as seven days. The general requirement for quarantine is shortened from seven to five days, provided it ends with a negative PCR test result. If an individual does not undergo a PCR test to complete their quarantine, they must remain in quarantine for 14 days. The regulation comes into force on 29 October, and the amended rules also apply to those already in quarantine or isolation.
See the announcement on the website of the Cabinet Office.
The regulation published below is accompanied by the Public Health Medical Officer's guidance for the public on home quarantine and guidance on self-isolation at home.