SafePass

SafePass is a digital certificate developed and issued by the Republic of Cyprus's Ministry of Health to allow individuals to access venues and activities during periods of increased public health concern, such as a pandemic. It essentially functions as a form of proof of vaccination, recovery from illness, or a recent negative test result for a specific disease. The SafePass is generally required for entry to a range of establishments, including restaurants, bars, shopping malls, gyms, and cultural events.

The system verifies an individual's health status through a QR code that is scanned upon entry to the venue. The QR code is linked to a central database managed by the Ministry of Health, allowing for real-time verification of the individual's vaccination status, recovery status, or recent test result.

Requirements for obtaining a SafePass vary depending on the specific health regulations in place at any given time. These requirements may include:

• Completion of a full course of vaccination against the disease in question.
• Proof of recovery from the disease within a specific timeframe.
• A negative result from a PCR or rapid antigen test taken within a defined period prior to entry.

The SafePass system aims to balance the need to protect public health with the desire to allow businesses and social activities to continue operating. While intended to be a temporary measure, its duration and specific requirements are subject to change based on the evolving public health situation and government policies.