VATICAN CITY (RNS) — In a decree signed Jan. 5, the Vatican tightened its COVID-19 regulations by requiring the use of FFP2 masks (similar to N95 masks) inside and making vaccinations and booster shots mandatory for employees and visitors wishing to enter the Vatican Museums and gardens.
The Governorate of Vatican City State issued a decree in early January requiring the use of FFP2 masks in “all closed spaces” as well as any other type of mask while outside, in accord with health regulations in most parts of Italy.
In an attached document, the Vatican also issued fines for people who do not respect the new regulations. Local media reported the fines range from over $28 to more than $1,700 for employees who fail to wear the FFP2 masks, don’t respect social distancing or don’t follow quarantine measures.
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