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Hamburg is regulating many aspects of public life to combat the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, including the restriction or altogether cancellation of freetime activities, gatherings and cultural events for the foreseeable future. Click here for more details and check back regularly for updates.

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What's changed with Hamburg's latest rules and regulations

COVID-19 Corona: What's Important To Stay Safe

The pandemic is not over yet, but there is a step-by-step plan for lifting the restrictions. See our overview of the rules applicable in Hamburg.

See Hamburg's latest rules and regulations

COVID-19 Corona Rules and Regulations

See the draft of the regulations applicable from Monday, 17 May April 2021.

COVID-19 Face Masks Obligatory in Certain Areas

In certain areas, wearing a face mask is obligatory for all persons in public streets, squares and parks at certain times.

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COVID-19 COVID Testing for Travellers

Travelling and returning to Hamburg from risk areas can be tricky. This is an overview of the requirements and options for visitors and returnees.

COVID-19 Corona-Warn-App

As Hamburg loosens restrictions, this contact tracing app is one of the best ways to help keep yourself and others safe.

Health COVID-19 (coronavirus) Guidelines

Strict guidelines have been put in place to combat the spread of the covid-19 coronavirus.

Health Information on COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

Personal hygiene measures are important: frequent hand washing, keeping a distance from the sick, and proper cough / sneeze etiquette.

Health COVID-19 (coronavirus) FAQ

Do you have questions about the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic in Hamburg? We have answers!

Health Doctors

Doctors treat patients with acute illnesses and provide preventative examinations and medicine, including vaccines.

Health Face Masks

Wearing a face mask in public is required in Hamburg as of 27 April. Get your own individual face mask to make a statement.

Social Blood Donation

Most healthy people over the age of 18 are allowed to donate blood. Find out where and how you can donate in Hamburg.

Social Plasma Donation

Donating plasma can be just as valuable as giving blood. Find out all you need to know about plasma donation in Hamburg.

Health Hospitals

Hamburg has over 35 hospitals and specialist facilities offering round-the-clock medical care. Find out which hospital is closest to you.

Health Pharmacies

Do you need medication, cold medicine or something for a headache? In Germany, such items are found at pharmacies.

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Hamburg Welcome Portal Social Insurance

The German social system includes health, long-term care, pension, unemployment and accident insurance.

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Hamburg Welcome Portal Social Security Number

Your social security number is used for personal identification in the social security system. Learn more.

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Hamburg Welcome Portal Health Insurance for Students

International students must have adequate health insurance coverage to enroll at a German university and obtain a residence permit.

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