Italy warns its citizens they could be delayed if they leave the country | Measures similar to those taken in Argentina

The Italian Chancellery, in an attempt to discourage the departure of people during the holidays, warned those who decide to leave the European country that “they could stay a little longer” abroad due to complications arising from the coronavirus pandemic.

“All those who intend to travel abroad, whatever the destination and the reasons for the trip, should consider that any movement during this period may involve a risk to health ”, Italy’s foreign ministry warned in a clarifying note posted on its website on tourism in times of pandemic.

The document is released amid the increased spread of the so-called Delta variant of the coronavirus in many European countries and while in Italy it is expected to be the “predominant” strain next week.

“In particular, in the event that it is necessary to undergo a molecular or antigenic test to enter Italy or to return to our country from a foreign destination, take into account that travelers should take into account the possibility that the test gives a positive result, “the note said.

So, as millions of Italians prepare to start the summer holidays, the portfolio led by Luigi Di Maio has insured in case of positive test “it is not possible to travel by commercial means and you are subject to quarantine procedures and the confinement required by the country you are in “when you leave Italy.”

“These procedures involve, with some possible differences due to different local regulations, also the so-called ‘contacts’ with the positive subject, which are also in quarantine / isolation by the local authorities of the country in which they are located and that, in order to protect public health, he will be able to return to Italy at the end of the planned period of isolation, ”declared the European country’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

“Therefore, it is recommended to carefully plan all aspects of the trip, also taking into account the possibility of staying abroad for a longer period, as well as having medical insurance that also covers the risks associated with Covid-19. “, added.