Coronavirus italians barred from austria over coronavirus

A developing situation!

Yes, it's true. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Austria has introduced new travel restrictions, effectively banning Italian citizens from entering the country.

As of March 11, 2020, Austria has suspended all travel from Italy, including for Italian citizens, due to the rapid spread of the coronavirus in Italy. This decision was made in an effort to prevent the further spread of the virus in Austria.

The restrictions apply to all travelers from Italy, including those with Italian citizenship, residency, or who have recently been in Italy. This means that Italian citizens will not be allowed to enter Austria, even if they have a valid visa or residence permit.

Austria has also suspended all international train and bus services to and from Italy, and has advised against all non-essential travel to Italy.

It's worth noting that this decision is subject to change, and Austria may reassess the situation and adjust its travel restrictions as the pandemic evolves.

If you're an Italian citizen planning to travel to Austria, it's essential to check the latest travel advisories and restrictions before attempting to enter the country.