From Monday 6th of December it’s mandatory to show Green Pass to cross the Strait of Messina and to reach smaller islands

In accordance with article 4 of the decree-law 172/2021 from Monday 6^th of December passengers over 12 years old must be in possession of Covid-19 certification “Green Pass” to cross the Strait of Messina and to travel from or to the smaller islands.

New decree modify the prevoius one 52/2021 introducing the need to be in possession of the Covid-19 certification “Green Pass” also for interregional travels.

From 6^th of December until Jenuary 15 to use the ferry service will be necessary to be in possession of Covid-19 certification “Green Pass”. All passengers will have to show it to the competent autorithies or to the C&T security staff.

Passengers younger than 12 years of age and all those who are exempted from the vaccination campain are not required to show the certification. The second category needs to be in possession of an eligible medical certification in accordance with the circular issued by the Ministry of Health.

You can obtain more info consulting decree law DL 172/2021.