France's tourism revenues have halved

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In France, the world's first tourist destination before the COVID-19 pandemic, tourism revenues halved in 2020 (in 2019 they amounted to 57 billion euros), local media reported.

To date, entry to France is allowed for citizens of countries classified as a "green" zone: the European Union, Australia, South Korea, Israel, Japan, Lebanon, New Zealand, and Singapore.

There are no additional sanitary and epidemiological requirements for vaccinated travelers from these states. Those who have not been vaccinated are required to submit the results of a PCR or antigen test taken less than 72 hours before departure.

For citizens of countries included in the "orange" zone, including Russia, the United States and the United Kingdom, one of the rapid tests is required, even if the traveler is vaccinated with a vaccine against coronavirus infection.

But for citizens of the "red" zone states, including South Africa, Brazil and Turkey, a convincing motive is needed to enter France.

The wearing of protective masks on the territory of the country is mandatory, including in the open air, at least until the end of June.

Bars and restaurants in France are allowed to receive visitors from June 9, while quantitative restrictions apply.