Health
Israel’s vaccine pass expires 6 months after 2nd dose, people will need booster shots to keep going to restaurants and bars
- Israel has set an expiration date on its vaccine pass, which enables access to restaurants and bars.
- A booster shot received within five months of the second dose extends the pass’ validity by six months.
- Israel has already delivered more than 1.9 million boosters, and people aged 12 and over are now eligible.
Israel said its vaccine pass, which grants access to nonessential venues like restaurants and bars, now expires six months after the second dose of vaccine.
Getting a booster shot five months after the second dose resets the clock and extends eligibility for the so-called “green pass” by another six months, Israel’s health ministry announced on Sunday.
The news comes as Israel rolls out boosters to most of its population. On Sunday, Israel’s health minister granted access to a third shot to all those over the age of 12 who received a second shot at least five months prior, the Times of Israel reported.
“From today, the third dose is available to everyone,” said Israeli Health Ministry Director-General Nachman Ash on Sunday, the Times of Israel reported.
The pass is also valid within six months of recovery from COVID-19, regardless of vaccination status.
It is required to gain access to a number of nonessential venues such as bars and restaurants, The Wall Street Journal previously reported.
