Information regarding the corona virus (SARS-CoV-2)

Slovenia - Update (as of 12.07.2021)

All persons entering Slovenia must present a negative corona test, a complete vaccination certificate or a proof of recovery from July 15^th, 2021. The exceptions for transport personnel are still valid.

 

Austria - Hallein and Oberalm tightened Corona measures (as of 06.05.2021 - 03:00 p.m.)

The state of Salzburg announced that stricter corona measures will apply to the municipality of Hallein and Oberalm until Sunday, May 16, 12:00 a.m.:

• Mandatory exit tests either PCR (not older than 72 hours) or with an antigen test (not older than 48 hours) for people aged 15 years and over
• Control by the police and the armed forces
• Stricter controls on quarantine and hygiene measures

Exceptions to the compulsory test:

• Passing through without a stopover
• People who have had a Covid-19 infection in the past six months and who can prove this with a doctor's certificate.
• People with proof of neutralizing antibodies through a neutralization test (not older than 3 months)
• Freight transport
• Attention: vaccination does not exempt you from the obligation to test!

 

Austria - Update (as of 20.04.2021 - 05:00 p.m.)

Please note the exit restrictions for the following municipalities:

• Hüttschlag from 21.04.2021
• Großarl from 21.04.2021
• Bregenzerwald from 21.04.2021
• Strasswalchen from 22.04.2021

 

Germany - Bavaria suspension of truck driving ban (as of 07.04.2021 - 02:00 p.m.)

The truck driving ban in Bavaria is suspended until 16.05.2021.

 

Germany - Truck driving ban suspended (as of 30.03.2021 - 05:00 p.m.)

The truck driving ban will be suspended on the Easter holidays in all federal states of Germany up to and including April 5^th, 2021.

 

Austria - Tyrol und districs Kufstein/ Schwaz exit restrictions (as of 30.03.2021 - 04:00 p.m.)

There are new exit restrictions in Tyrol and the districts Kufstein and Schwaz starting on March 31^st, 2021.

 

Austria - changes entry regulation (as of 30.03.2021 - 12:00 a.m)

The test obligation for commuters has been tightened:

• Commuters from high-incidence countries and commuters who are not coming from an EU / EEA country or from Switzerland, Andorra, Monaco, San Marino and the Vatican must present a negative PCR or antigen test that is not older than 72 hours upon arrival.
• Commuters from EU countries that are not high incidence states, as well as commuters from Switzerland, Andorra, Monaco, San Marino and the Vatican continue to be required to present a test result that is no more than 7 days old when entering the country.
• Regular commuters must also register electronically. This now applies at least every 28 days. Previously, this was required once a week.

 

Germany - Update (as of 26.03.2021)

Here you can find the current overview of the entry conditions to Germany.

 

Italy - Update Sunday and holiday driving ban (as of 25.03.2021 - 01:00 p.m.)

The driving ban on Sundays and public holidays is lifted on the following days:

• 28.03.2021
• 02.04.2021
• 03.04.2021
• 04.04.2021
• 05.04.2021
• 06.04.2021

 

Austria - Update Gastein Valley (as of 12.03.2021 - 10:00 a.m.)

The exit restrictions of the affected communities Bad Hofgastein and Radstadt have now been extended to Dorfgastein and Bad Gastein.

 

Germany - Update service hotline (as of 10.03.2021 - 02:00 p.m.)

In the event of technical problems with the German online entry registration, the service hotline can help.
The hotline is provided in German and English language and can be reached on +49 30 2598 4363 (local rate) from Monday to Sunday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. (CET / CEST).

 

Italy - Update (as of 08.03.2021 - 05:00 p.m.)

The crew of goods and passenger transports has to present a negative PCR/ antigen test, which must not be older than 7 days as well as a self-declaration.

 

Germany - Update Bavaria Sunday driving ban (as of 08.03.2021 - 04:00 p.m.)

Due to the more difficult traffic processes, the Bavarian Ministry of the Interior grants an exemption from the Sunday and public holiday driving ban up to and including April 5^th, 2021.

 

Updated overview of the border restrictions and measures of the countries (as of 19.02.2021 - 12:00 a.m.)

You can find an actual overview of the restrictions of the countries here: https://www.aisoe.at/coronavirus/AISOE-Laenderinformationen.pdf

 

Italy - Update (as of 16.02.2021 - 03:00 p.m.)

Travelers from Austria to Italy have to undergo a corona test and a 14-day quarantine.

Exception: the crew of goods and passenger transports.

However, upon entry there is an obligation to present a negative PCR/ antigen test, which must not be older than 7 days.

 

Austria - Update Tyrol (as of 15.02.2021)

Important information regarding the departure from Tyrol from 12.02.2021 can be found here.

Update: Since February 15^th, 2021, travel to and from Austria via the "small and large German corner" is also permitted in the following cases:

• Persons who are involved in the movement of goods and goods
• Commuters
• Schoolchildren, students and trainees

In general all persons who have stayed in Tyrol, must also present the digital entry registration and a current test certificate (not older than 48 hours).

 

Germany - Update Germany/Italy/Tyrol (as of 15.02.2021 - 11:00 a.m.)

The Czech Republic, Slovakia and parts of the Austrian state of Tyrol are classified as virus variant areas by the Robert Koch Institute.

When entering Germany via Tyrol, every truck driver must have a negative Covid test that is not older than 48 hours upon arrival.
In addition, every truck driver must register online at https://www.einreiseanmeldung.de/#/ before entering Germany.

The A22 Brenner motorway has been closed to heavy traffic from the Verona exit to the north since February 15^th, 2021 for traffic destined for Germany or a country that can be reached via Germany. Only those who have a negative Covid test are allowed to continue in the direction of Brenner. The rest of the traffic will be redirected to Tarvisio.

 

Slovenia - Update commuters (as of 09.02.2021 - 03:00 p.m.)

Daily commuters from Austria to Slovenia do not need a negative test and do not have to go into quarantine.

 

Switzerland - Update (as of 09.02.2021 - 01:00 p.m.)

Since 08.02.2021 there has been a compulsory registration and test when entering Switzerland. This is not valid for truck drivers.

 

Austria - Update border controls Czech Republic - Slovakia (as of 08.02.2021 - 04:00 p.m.)

The border controls on the internal borders to the Czech Republic and Slovakia will be extended until 27.02.2021.

 

Italy - Update (as of 04.02.2021 - 02:00 p.m.)

Italy has lifted the driving ban for trucks over 7,5t on Sundays and public holidays on the following dates:

• 07.02.2021
• 14.02.2021
• 21.02.2021
• 28.02.2021

 

Austria - Update new entry regulation (as of 04.02.2021 - 11:00 a.m.)

In Austria a new entry regulation will apply from Wednesday, February 10^th, 2021.

Commuter have to register online using the Pre-Travel-Clearance Form. The registration is valid for one week.

 

Austria - Update (as of 18.01.2021 - 11:00 a.m.)

The following new measures are now effective in Austria:

• Prolongation of the lockdown until February 7^th, 2021
• FFP2 masks must be worn from January 25^th, 2021 in trade and public transport (children up to the age of 6 years are excluded)
• Miminum distance increased to 2 meters
• The government appeals to companies to enable home office where it is possible.
• Distance learning in schools until the semester holidays

 

Italy - Update (as of 15.01.2021 - 11:00 a.m.)

The driving ban for trucks over 7.5t is lifted on Sundays and public holidays in national and international traffic on the following dates:

• January 17^th, 2021
• January 24^th, 2021
• January, 31^st 2021

 

Austria - Update (as of 03.12.2020 - 12:00 a.m.)

The new regulations come into force on December 7th, 2020 and include the following aspects:

• Retail: Retail is reopened. Mouth and nose protection is still required.
• Christmas markets are prohibited.
• Borders: Until January 10th, 2020 the risk areas should be classified on the basis of the 14-day incidence of positive corona cases. All countries with a value higher than 100 are classified as risk areas. People entering from a risk area must be quarantined for 10 days. A PCR test can be carried out after 5 days to end the quarantine if the test result is negative. There will be exceptions for commuters etc.
• Exit restrictions between 08:00 p.m. and 06:00 a.m. (exceptions: work, basic needs, nursing, going for a walk) 

Further information: https://news.wko.at/news/oesterreich/Die-Eckpunkte-der-Lockerung-der-Corona-Massnahmen-im-Uebe.html

 

Croatia - Update (as of 02.12.2020 - 03:30 p.m.)

Freight transport counts to one of the special categories in Croatia, which is why truck drivers do NOT need a negative Covid-19 text when entering Croatia. 

 

Hungary - Driving ban active again (as of 25.11.2020 - 02:00 p.m.)

The exception of driving bans for trucks over 7.5t, announced due to the Corona situation, was lifted again today.

The usual Hungarian driving bans are now in force again.

 

Austria - Update (as of 16.11.2020)

The following measures are valid in Austria from November 17^th, 2020 (until 06.12.2020):

• Exit regulation will be prolonged until November 26^th, 2020 and applies all day, exception: covering the basic needs of daily life
• Client area: Trading sector is closed, body-hugging services are prohibited (hairdresser, cosmeticians, piercing, tattooing, etc.)
  Deliveries are permitted, take-aways only in restaurants
• Still open: pharmacies, food trade, drug stores, health and care services, petrol stations, bank, tobacconists, etc.
• Leisure facilities remain closed
• Events remain forbidden
• When entering work places, it must be ensured that the professional activity should preferably take place outside the work place as far as this is possible and the employer and employee reach an agreement on the performance of work outside work place.

Source: https://news.wko.at/news/oesterreich/Corona-Schutzmassnahmen-weiter-verschaerft.html 

 

Hungary - Exemption clause for travel restrictions for vehicles over 7.5t (as of 16.11.2020 - 11:30 p.m.)

Starting on November 13^th, 2020 until further notice, there has been a general exemption from the travel restrictions in Hungary for trucks and truck trailers with a permissable total weight of over 7.5t. 

 

Slovakia - Update (as of 09.11.2020 - 11:30 a.m.)

You need to have a negative PCR test when entering Slovakia from Austria starting on November 15^th, 2020 (PCR test result should not be older than 72 hours).

There will be another solution for commuters and truck drivers. The detailed information will follow soon.

The border can be passed unlimitely until November 14^th, 2020. Truck drivers must not have a negative PCR test, if they leave Slovakia within 48 hours after entry.

 

Germany - Update Bavaria (as of 9.11.2020 - 11:30 a.m.)

There is a new quarantine regulation for the entry of Bavaria valid from November 9^th, 2020 until November 30^th, 2020.

Further information can be found under the following link: https://news.wko.at/news/salzburg/verordnung-fuer-berufspendler-erlassen.html

 

Czech Republic - Update (as of 06.11.2020 - 09:00  a.m.)

There are new conditions when entering the Czech Republic valid from November 9^th, 2020. 

The following applies:

• stays for business and transit up until 12 hours as well as border commuting is still possible without any restrictions
• for work stays with a duration of more tha 12 hours you need to do the PCR test and online registration
   

Italy - Update (as of 05.11.2020 - 01:30 p.m.)

Sunday driving ban suspension: 

The Sunday driving ban has been suspended on November 8^th, 15^th and 22^nd, 2020.

 

For drivers there are no restrictions when entering Italy. Drivers must carry a self-declaration.

The following curfews are valid:

• Lombardy 11:00 p.m.- 05:00 a.m.
• Campania 11:00 p.m.- 05:00 a.m.
• Latium 12:00 p.m.- 05:00 a.m.
• Piedmont 11:00 p.m.- 05:00 a.m.
• Sicily 11:00 p.m.- 05:00 a.m.
• Calabria 12:00 p.m.- 05:00 a.m.

 

Slovakia - Update (as of 02.11.2020 - 12:00 a.m.)

The border to Austria remains open. Because of the curfew all persons entering Slovakia and moving through the country must have a negative PCR test result. The PCR test should not have been done before October 29^th, 2020.

Truck drivers who have to enter or transit the country because of freight transport or their work do not have to show a negative PCR test.

For further information please use the following link: https://newsletter.wko.at/Media/4ad0ef18-58dc-4e5c-abdc-30f0433817c9/slowakei.pdf

 

Austria - Update (as of 31.10.2020)

The following reinforced measures become effective starting on November 4^th, 2020 until November 30^th, 2020 (exception: curfew until November 12^th, 2020):

• Curfew between 08:00 p.m. and 06:00 a.m. (valid until 12.11.2020)
• Keep distance of 1 meter in public areas towards persons, who are not from the same household. Exception: Groups of max. 6 persons from max. 2 different households. In public areas of enclosed rooms masks are required.
• Prohibition of face visors
• "10 sqm per customer"- rule for trading and service companies including the requirement of masks for customers and employees
• Prohibition of entering restaurants (only delivery or "to go" service between 06:00 a.m. and 08:00 p.m.)
• Prohibition of entering leisure facilities such as theme parks, baths, dancing schools, indoor playgrounds, theatres, cinemas, museums, zoos, etc.
• Sports sector: no entry of fitness studios, contact sports at public areas
• Prohibition of events, exceptions: professional and political meetings, funerals with max. 50 persons
• Schools and kindergartens stay open
• Additional hygiene measures at retirement and nursing homes, hospitals 

 

Germany - Update (as of 28.10.2020)

The heads of goverment of the German federal states have defined additional measures concerning the fight against the pandemic which become effective on November 2^nd, 2020 and are valid until the end of November:

• Mimium of contacts, keep distance
• Public stays only with relatives of your own and one other household
• Avoid private travels and visits -also from relatives-
  Accomodation offers in Germany are only accepted when necessary and not for a touristic purpose
• Theatres, operas, concert halls, fairs, cinemas, theme parks and other provider of leisure activities as well as sport centres are closed.
• Entertainment events are not allowed.
• Restaurants are closed, except the delivery service.
• Service companies of body care are closed, except medical treatments (e.g. physiotherapy)
• Retail industry, schools and kindergartens stay open.
• Enterprises should manage their hygiene concepts and send their employees to home office if it is possible

 

Italy - Update (as of 27.10.2020 - 10:00 a.m.)

There are now more restrictions concerning the containment of Corona virus in the regions of Latium, Lombardy and Campania.

Drivers are exempted, but they must carry a self-declaration otherwise there will be administrative penalties.

Night curfew:

• Lombardy and Campania until November 13th, 2020 during 11:00 p.m.-05:00 a.m.
• Latium until November 23rd, 2020 during 12:00 p.m.-05:00 a.m.

 

Slovakia - Update (as of 27.10.2020 - 10:00 a.m.)

In Slovakia there was an announcement of stricter measures concerning the containment of COVID. But the border to Austria stays open.

Please find current information under the following link: https://www.wko.at/service/aussenwirtschaft/ticker-corona-virus-updates-aus-der-slowakei.html

 

France - Update (as of 23.10.2020 - 04:00 p.m.)

For the transport of goods in France, the vehicle must be equipped with:

• a water and soap supply or
• hydro-alcoholic disinfectants

 

Germany - Update (as of 22.10.2020 - 12:00 a.m.)

The German Robert Koch Institute has announced all Austrian provinces except Carinthia as risk areas.

In addition to that the following countries have also been announced as risk areas:

• Estonia: Jogeva 
• Ireland
• Italy: Aosta Valley, Umbria, Lombardy, Piemont, Tuscany, Veneto, Latium, Abrruzzo, Friuli Veneto, Emilia-Romagna, Sardinia and the Autonomous Province of Bolzano
• Croatia: Karlovac, Osijek-Baranja, Zagreb, Varaždin and Bjelovar-Bilogora
• Liechtenstein
• Poland
• Sweden: Jönköping and Östergötland
• Switzerland
• Slovenia: Posavska and Goriška
• Hungary: Heves, Zala and Somogy
• Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Source: https://www.rki.de/DE/Content/InfAZ/N/Neuartiges_Coronavirus/Risikogebiete_neu.html

 

Czech Republic - Update (as of 05.10.2020,  04:40 p.m.)

Since September 21st, 2020 all persons who want to enter the Czech Republic coming from a country, which is not on the list of countries with less risk on COVID-19, must contact the regional health authorities. You can find the electronic form under the following link: https://plf.uzis.cz/. This form must be presented at the Czech border. People who want to enter the country must undergo a PCR test within five days of arrival. If a person does not submit a PCR test result to the appropriate health authority within seven days of their arrival, they must be quarantined.

These measures are NOT effective for employees from international transport if the reason for the entry can be proven by the following document https://www.mvcr.cz/mvcren/article/certificate-and-confirmation-form-for-entry-into-the-czech-republic.aspx (certificate form for international transport workers).

 

Austria - Corona traffic light system (as of 04.09.2020)

The Corona traffic light system from the Austrian Federal Ministry of Social Affairs, Health, Care and Consumer Protection is valid since September 4th, 2020. Information concerning this system can be found on the website: https://corona-ampel.gv.at/.

Every colour of the traffic light stands for specific measures and risks:

• Green: low risk
• Yellow:medium risk
• Orange: high risk
• Red: highest risk
   

Germany - driving bans on Sundays and holidays (as of 01.09.2020 - 11:30 a.m.)

The driving bans for Sundays and holidays are valid again in every federal state of Germany since September 1st, 2020.

 

Hungary - Border closing (as of 01.09.2020)

Hungary is closing the borders for foreign citizens starting on September 1st, 2020. These are the exceptions for enter:

• Freight transport: is still possible without any limit.
• Commuters: within 30 km of the border and a layover of max. 24 hours.
• Business travelers, if their company is connected to a Hungarian company. 
   

Austria - exception for commuters, new documents for entry and transit (as of 24.08.2020 - 08:30 a.m.)

Commuters do not have to undergo COVID-19 tests or quarantine. They can be identified via a confirmation of the employer.

This exception is not valid for persons who want to transit without any intermediate stop. They have to fill out the new documents.

 

Travel warning Croatia (as of 17.08.2020)

Croatia applies as country with high risk of COVID-19 since August 17th, 2020. Exceptions are still valid as for example the "entry for the maintenance of freight and passenger transport".

Further information can be found at the following websites: Chamber of Commerce Austria und Ministry of Social Affairs.

 

Greece - Coronavirus (COVID-19) - current situation in Greece (as of 08/10/2020 - 10:40 am)

Greece is currently restricting entry and exit across its country borders to a considerable extent. Passenger traffic can only flow through the Promachonas border crossing (GR-Bulgaria), while the seven border crossings Kakavia (GR-Albania), Krystallopigi (GR-Albania), Evzoni (GR-North Macedonia), Promachonas (GR-Bulgaria) are still available for goods transport ), Ormenio (GR-Bulgaria), Nymfaia (GR-Bulgaria) and Kipi (GR-Turkey) are open.

 

Austria - Update entry regulations (as of 22.07.2020 - 01:20 p.m.)

These protective measures are effective as of July, 24^th when entering Austria.

 

Austria: change of entry regulations for Bulgaria and Rumania (as of 13.07.2020 - 10:00 a.m.)

Due to the rising number of COVID 19 diseases in Bulgaria and Romania, the Austrian government dropped both countries from the white list of the regulation. The easing of the regulation does not apply any longer for both countries.

 

Travel warning for Romania, Bulgaria and Republic of Moldavia (as of 08.07.2020 - 02:30 p.m.)

The Austrian government declares further travel warnings and itensifies the border controls in the East. The government discourages from travels to Romania, Bulgaria and the Republic of Moldavia. For these countries a travel warning of the highest level (level 6) applies.

 

Travel warning for countries in the Western Balkan (as of 01.07.2020 - 02:30 p.m.)

There is an active travel warning for the following countries in the Western Balkan: Bosnia-Herzegovina, Kosovo, Northern Mazedonia, Albania, Montenegro and Serbia.

In the driving cabins of the trucks it is not allowed to carry other passengers e.g. family members.

 

Great Britain - Suspension of the truck toll (as of 01.07.2020 - 10:30 a.m.)

The British government has decided to suspend the truck toll "HGV Road User Levy" from 01.08.2020 until 31.07.2021.

 

Austria - Change of the regulation for the entry from Germany to Austria (as of 29.06.2020 - 11:00 a.m.)

All persons from the district of Gütersloh, Germany must carry a medical certificate concerning their health condition when entering Austria. They also must have a negative result of the SARS-CoV-2 test. The medical certificate should not be older than 4 days when entering Austria.

 

Austria - Update of the information of the Federal Ministry of Finance (as of 19.06.2020 - 10:00 a.m.)

The information of the Federal Ministry of Finance concerning "4th supplement of the procedure of custom offices and the customs law in connection with Corona virus" has been updated: https://www.wko.at/service/aussenwirtschaft/Vorgehensweise-Zollaemter-Coronavirus.html

The update concerns point no. 8 "exemption from charge at the import for the benefit of disaster victims". The EU has published a product list where the duty exemption applies. This measure is valid for imports between January 30th, 2020 and July 31st, 2020.

 

Austria - Easing of the COVID regulations (as of 15.06.2020)

Summary of the easing measures in Austria:

• Entering public areas is possible without mouth-nose-protection (distance of 1m must be maintained)
• Customer areas of permanent establishments can be entered without mouth-nose-protection (distance of 1m must be maintained), exception: pharmacies
• Car sharing is possible without mouth-nose-protection
• Public transport: when there is a max. of 2 persons in 1 row there is no need of mouth-nose-protection. When the vehicle is fully occupied you have to wear mouth-nose-protection.
• Hospitality industry: new opening hours from 06:00 a.m. to 01:00 a.m., there is no need of mouth-nose-protection for the costumers

France - Update (as of 08.06.2020 - 04:00 p.m.)

Drivers must carry a special document when entering France in which is declared that they do not have any symptoms of Corona virus.

 

Slovakia - Update (as of 08.06.2020 - 10:00 a.m.)

As of today, the Austrian-Slovak border is freely passable again for Austrians and Slovakians. So the freedom of travel is restored between Austria and Slovakia.

 

Italy - Update entry requirements (as of 18.05.2020 - 05:30 p.m.)

Since May 18th, 2020 it is not required any more to carry a notification for the health department when entering Italy.

The self declaration is still necessary: https://www.interno.gov.it/sites/default/files/allegati/nuovo_modello_autodichiarazione_editabile_maggio_2020.pdf

 

Austria - Update weekend driving ban (as of 18.05.2020 - 03:30 p.m.)

The weekend and holiday driving ban in Austria is again valid with immediate effect.

 

Italy - Prolongation of annulment of the driving ban (as of 11.05.2020 - 10:30 a.m.)

The driving bans on every road outside the urban areas remain suspended for all vehicles over 7.5 tons until May 17th, 2020.

Italy - Update (as of 07.05.2020 - 01:30 p.m.)

Drivers who enter Italy via South Tyrol must fill out the following online document: https://siag.limequery.org/243965

It is not valid any more to send an email as registration for the entry.

 

Slovakia - Return journey of Slovakian truck drivers (as of 04.05.2020 - 09:50 a.m.)

Since May 1st, 2020 there is a new regulation of Slovakian quarantine.

The exception of quarantine for truck drivers will be extended for the return journey to the hometown with other vehicles. It is important that the driver has the EU document for employees in international transport.

 

France - End of exemption from weekend and holiday driving ban (as of 30.04.2020 - 11:20 a.m.)

The temporary valid decree concerning weekend and holiday driving ban as well as the accepted driving periods are not going to be prolonged. From now on the normal regulations become effective again.

 

Germany - Weekend and holiday driving ban (as of 30.04.2020 - 11:20 a.m.)

There is a new list of exceptions of the weekend and holiday driving ban in Germany.

 

Burgenland, Austria - truck driving ban (as of 29.04.2020 - 12:15 p.m.)

The exceptional regulation of the truck driving ban will expire at the borders Klingenbach, Deutschkreutz and Bonisdorf as of April 30th, 2020 (midnight). Starting with May 1st, 2020 the driving ban for trucks (over 7.5 tons) is valid at the mentioned borders.

 

Austria - Border controls (as of 27.04.2020 - 01:50 p.m.)

The Austrian border controls to Germany, Italy, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Czech Republic and Slovakia are prolonged until May 7th, 2020.

 

Germany - Easing the border traffic situation at the "kleines deutsches Eck" (as of 24.04.2020 - 12:15 a.m.)

There are common rules for commuters and freight transport: The drivers must have the relevant document to pass the border.

If there is a transit you must correct the word "Wohnsitz" (residence) into "Firmensitz" (head office). Concerning the freight transport it is also obligate to mention the head office and the place of delivery. Both deliveries have to be done without stopovers.

 

Italy - Update (as of 22.04.2020 - 02:30 p.m.)

• Announcement of entry should only be sent to the following email address: coronavirus@sabes.it
• Every driver should have a printed document or a digital proof of the announcement
• Contact details of health authorities: https://www.wko.at/branchen/sbg/transport-verkehr/spedition-logistik/Kontakt_Gesundheitsbehoerden.pdf
• Link to the registration for the entry to South Tyrol: https://siag.limequery.org/483785?lang=de

 

Austria - Update weekend driving ban (as of 21.04.2020 - 04:00 p.m.)

The weekend driving ban for trucks is suspended until May 17th, 2020.

 

Italy - new self declaration form available and informations concerning driving ban (Stand: 20.04.2020 - 04:30 p.m.)

Every transport to Italy has to be announced to the health authority!

There is a new self declaration form available: https://www.wko.at/branchen/sbg/transport-verkehr/Eigenerklaerung_deutsche_Arbeitsuebersetzung_14-4-2020.pdf

The annulment of the driving ban is prolonged until May 3rd, 2020.

Germany - BAG controls cabotage regulations (as of 17.04.2020 - 11:00 a.m.)

The federal office of freight transport still controls the cabotage regulations during the Corona pandemic: https://www.wko.at/branchen/sbg/transport-verkehr/Klarstellung-14353.pdf

 

Germany- Update (as of 16.04.2020 - 08:30 a.m.)

The internal border controls to Austria, Switzerland, France, Luxembourg, Denmark, Italy and Spain are prolonged until May 4th, 2020.

 

Czech Republic - Update (as of 15.04.2020 - 12:00 a.m.)

• Attention: Austrian border controls when entering from Czech Republic
• State of emergency prolonged until April 30th, 2020
• New regulations concerning commuters
• Commuters from the Czech Republic (commuter system 2 + 2): Persons who have been to Germany/Austria for 14 days or longer are subject to a mandatory quarantine for 14 days when returning to the Czech Republic (commuter certificates from both countries required). After this time they can leave the country (with proof of the quarantine fulfilled) for another 14 days or more to work abroad.
• People commuting to the Czech Republic: can only cross the borders of the Czech Republic at intervals of at least 14 days. After crossing the boarder, they have to report to the responsible hygiene station immediately (depending on where you are in the Czech Republic) and complete a 14-day quarantine in the Czech Republic. Only then they can begin their work at Czech Republic.

 

Slovakia - Update (as of 14.04.2020 - 09:30 a.m.)

There are new official requirements effective when entering Austria. Persons who want to enter Austria from Slovakia need to have a medical certificate concerning their personal state of health. Persons who do not have a certificate can not enter Austria.

Exceptions:

• Austrian citizens are allowed to enter when they undergo a 14 days self quarantine at home.
• It is allowed to transit Austria without any stop, as far as departure is ensured.
• These measures are NOT GUILTY for freight transport and commuters (important: to carry a proof of employment relationship!)

 

Exceptions for the truck driving bans on the Easter holidays (as of 09.04.2020 - 04:30 p.m.)

• Austria: The weekend and holiday driving ban for trucks is suspended until April 19th, 2020.
• Czech Republic: The driving bans are annulled during the state of emergency.
• France: The driving bans are annulled until April 20th, 2020.
• Germany: Here is an overview of the exceptions in the German federal states.
• Italy: The driving ban is annulled until April 14th, 2020.
• Rumania: The drving restricitions on the E60 between Ploiesti-Brasov are annulled until April 16th, 2020. The restrictions are still effective on the DN1 Bukarest-Ploiesti.
• Spain: The driving bans are annulled during the state of emergency.
• Slovakia: The Slovakian police has annulled the driving bans on Aoril 10th, 12th and 13th, 2020.

 

France - New permission for entry for truck drivers (as of 09.04.2020 - 09:00 a.m.)

Since April 8th, 2020 the truck drivers need to have a new form of permission. Here you can download the document.

 

Germany - suspension of weekend and holiday driving ban (as of 09.04.2020 - 09:00 a.m.)

The suspension of the weekend and holiday driving ban is now effective in EVERY German federal state. There is no restriction any more for dry goods. This is valid for Sundays and holidays.

 

Austria - Border controls prolonged until  April 27th, 2020 (as of 07.04.2020 - 02:50 p.m.)

The border controls to Italy, Germany, Switzerland and Liechtenstein remain until April 27^th, 2020.

 

Weekend and public holiday ban (as of 07.04.2020 - 8:45 a.m.)

The Austrian Ministry confirms that the exception to the weekend driving ban also includes public holidays.

 

Prolongation of expired driver cards (as of 02.04.2020 - 04:20 p.m.)

It is now possible at the ASFINAG to prolong the driver cards or apply for new ones under the following link: https://www.asfinag.at/verkehr/lkw-bus/digitaler-tachograph/antragstellen/

 

Croatia - Update (as of 02.04.2020 - 02:20 p.m.)

There is an ease of the quarantine regulation for truck drivers from Croatia. They can put themselves into a self isolation after the loading and wait for new orders of their employers.

 

Slovenia - Border update (as of 02.04.2020 - 10:15 a.m.)

The following border crossings are closed from April 2^nd, 2020 (0:00 a.m.): Grablach – Holmec, Langegg – Jurij, Spielfeld (Bundesstraße) – Šentilj (magistrala) and Wurzenpass – Korensko sedlo.

 

Austria - Spielfeld Bundesstraße, closing of border (as of 01.04.2020 - 07:30 p.m.)

The border traffic at the border Spielfeld- Bundesstraße is closed until further notice.

 

Romania - compulsory safety equipment for truck drivers (as of 01.04.2020 - 04:30 p.m.)

Truck drivers are obligated to wear personal means of protection (disinfectants, gloves, facial masks) at the border and carry documents which prove the destination of the delivery.

 

Austria- Extension of the annulment of weekend driving restrictions until April 19th, 2020 (as of 01.04.2020 - 12:00 a.m.)

The exception of the annulment of the weekend driving restrictions has been extended until April 19th, 2020.

 

Deliveries to/from Paznaun and to/from St. Anton (as of 31.03.2020 - 02:20 p.m.)

The deliveries to/from Paznaun and to/from St. Anton are allowed. You have to send an email to the BH Landeck bh.la.gewerbe@tirol.gv.at  in advance with the following informations: date of delivery, name of the truck driver, license plate, delivered goods, statement and order confirmation.

 

Germany - Easing of the cabotage restriction (as of 24.03.2020 - 01:40 p.m.)

At the moment there is no restriction of the freight transport in France. The Sundays driving ban for trucks is cancelled. There will be long waiting periods at the border.

The driving and rest periods still ARE effective. Truck drivers must have the following document.

 

Slovenia- Update (as of 21.03.2020 - 11:00 a.m.)

The regulation of the obligated health check at the border is NOT valid for truck drivers. Slovenian commuters can enter the country. They should carry an employment certificate of their employer.

 

Austria- enactment of driving and rest period (as of 20.03.2020 - 11:00 a.m.)

Retroactive there is a an enactment of the driving and rest period in Austria from 16.03.2020 until 14.04.2020: https://www.wko.at/branchen/sbg/transport-verkehr/BMK_ST_Extern_Einzelabfertigung.pdf

 

Germany - Annulment of driving restrictions (as of 20.03.2020 - 09:30 a.m.)

Germany has loosened the regulations of driving restrictions (Sundays and holidays). You can find an overview of the federal provinces here.

 

Czech Republic: rest days - homecoming (as of 20.03.2020 - 09:25 a.m.)

Czech truck drivers who are employed in Austria and are not commuters are allowed to drive home to the Czech Republic for rest days (usually: weekends). Even if they come from a risk country for the Czech Republic (= Austria!), They do not have to go into quarantine.

When crossing the border, drivers must show the following:

•  Copy of the employment contract (recommendation: with translation into Czech), which proves that he is employed in Austria
•  EU driver qualification certificate (Czech: profesní karta ridice)
•  certificate for employers in international traffic confirmed by the employer in Czech and English.

The form in english can be found here.
In Czech here.

 

Austria- new supplement of home office regulation (as of 20.03.2020 - 09:00 a.m.)

There must be a minimum distance of 1m between persons in the office. You are only allowed to enter your workplace if there is no possibility to work outside the office (home office).

 

Italy - Update (as of 19.03.2020 - 15:30 p.m.)

Persons who will enter Italy will be under quarantine for 14 days. This is NOT valid for truck drivers who have to deliver goods or have to pass Italy. They have to leave Italy within 72 hours. There is a new form online.

 

Bulgaria - Update (as of 19.03.2020 - 11:30 a.m.)

The Bulgarian government accepts a temporary tolerance of driving times and rest periods of drivers for the national and international freight transport. This exception is valid from 19.03.2020 to 16.04.2020.

 

Tirol - quarantine freight transport (as of 19.03.2020 - 11:30 a.m.)

The entrance and departure of Tirol is prohibited. The restrictions and exceptions for the goods transport are as follows:

- The delivery to the communities and the pick up/ goods transport from the communities is permitted.

- Special situation: quarantine in Paznaun, Ischgl, Sölden: Goods of daily use and deliveries of critical infrastructure are permitted.

Further information https://www.wko.at/branchen/sbg/transport-verkehr/LGBLA_TI_20200318_33.pdfsig.pdf

 

Croatia - Update  (as of 19.03.2020 - 10:05 a.m.)

The freight transport to Croatia is possible without a quarantine of the drivers if the trucks only load/unload and leave Croatia at the same day. The client is responsible for the assurance of the loading, because the driver can not leave his cabin.

 

Slovakia - truck drivers are excepted from quarantine  (as of 19.03.2020 - 10:05 a.m.)

Slovakian truck drivers can drive to their hometown easily on the weekend. They should have a confirmation (Supply relevant order) of their employer.

 

Poland - current situation (as of 19.03.2020 - 10:05 a.m.)

Foreigners are not allowed to pass the border to Poland. The whole air and rail traffic from abroad is suspended. Polish people who come back from another country have to attend a two weeks quarantine.

The international road transport is not included in this restriction. The borders remain open for the flow of goods.

IMPORTANT: Truck drivers need to have the following forms for the entry into Poland: https://zmpd.pl/aktualnosc.php?akt_id=1818

 

Hungary - Border problems with freight transport (as of 18.03.2020 - 10:25 a.m.)

The actual problem at the Austrian side of the border is a driving ban for trucks with a maximum permissible total weight of over 7.5 tons. The international freight transport is at the moment only handled at Nickelsdorf. However there is a blockade in both directions at Nickelsdorf at the moment.

 

Border crossing Nickelsdorf - difficult situation (as of 18.03.2020 - 09:10 a.m.)

According to the information of the traffic police Burgenland there is a blockade of entries and departures for passenger transport and freight transport at the border of Nickelsdorf (A/H).

 

Europe truck border waiting times - interactive free map with live data (as of 17.03.2020 - 10:00 a.m.)

Under the link: https://covid-19.sixfold.com/ there is an interactive, free overview map available for truck waiting times in Europe.

 

Corona Exceptional Regulations for Driving Times and Rest Times in Road Traffic Austria (as of 16.03.2020 - 3:50 p.m.)

The Austrian Minister of Climate Protection and Mobility Leonore Gewessler today issued exemptions from driving and rest time regulations in road traffic. This stipulates that the driving and rest time provisions are suspended for up to 30 days in order to continue and ensure the general supply for the population and businesses. The exception applies immediately throughout Austria and is limited to April 14, 2020.

 

COVID-19 country update (as of: 14.03.2020 - 5.00 p.m.)

Croatia: People entering Austria from Croatia will be informed at the border and have to undergo a 14-day self-isolation, this also applies to truck drivers. The self-isolation can be spent at your own place of residence (if available) or in official institutions organized by the state. Lt. Telephone information from the Croatian Ministry of Transport is also available for trips that only unload and leave Croatia immediately, no exception.

Even though freight traffic is not officially restricted, long lines are currently forming at the borders of truck traffic. Many truck drivers are reported to be turning back. Transit to neighboring countries in Koatia is possible provided the journey is not interrupted.

Slovenia: Slovenia restricted transit of heavy vehicles from Italy via Slovenia to other target countries (Austria included).
Traffic from Italy is allowed with the final destination is Slovenia or if trucks are loaded with medical goods, pharmaceuticals, products for humanitarian aid or mail delivery.
Italy is planning to close borders also from Slovenia to Italy.

Border Croatia – Slovenia: Border is closed for traffic HGV and cars from Italy to Croatia.
Border Hungary – Slovenia: Border is closed for all traffic from Italy to Hungary.
Border Austria – Slovenia: For now there are no restrictions.

The Situation changes daily.

Italy: Freight transport from and to Italy is massively restricted, a number of borders between Austria and Italy have been closed by ordinance of the Austrian Federal Ministry of the Interior. Read here: Federal Ministry

Czech Republic: Truck drivers (trucks up to and over 3.5t, including small trucks etc.) can cross the borders with confirmation (the goal is unhindered freight traffic).

Poland: The borders in Poland were closed, but not for freight respectively truck traffic. No further restrictions are planned at the moment. Of course, the situation is dynamic and it can change at any time.

 

Customer Information Quehenberger Logistics (as of 10.03.2020 - 5:00 p.m.)

The health and well-being of our business partners and employees is of utmost importance to us. We would like you to know that we are closely monitoring the situation pertaining to the corona virus  and that we have already taken all conceivable action as recommended by the authorities as well as further actions we deem necessary.

We are in close contact with our service providers, partners and employees and we can report that as of today, not a single suspected case has occurred.

At Quehenberger Logistics we have implemented the following measures to secure our services during these particular circumstances:

• We continuously monitor the development of the situation and we have appointed a competence center which will set appropriate measures if needed.
• Within the scope of our quality, security, and environmental management we have conducted a risk assessment and a security concept which is continuously updated.
• Should the need arise, we are ready to provide home office for our dispatchers.
• In addition to our hygiene guidelines we have reiterated the proper hygiene standards and measures with our employees and truck drivers.
• We have secured the availability of hygiene products and disinfectants at all of our locations.
• We have replaced all non essential personal meetings with phone and video calls.
• Furthermore we have implemented travel guidelines which follow the recommendations given by the authorities.

Naturally, we are closely following the current developments and spread of the corona virus and we are ready to react to any developments on the basis of recommendations of the authorities, health organizations and medical experts.

In certain areas, such as Italy, we are confronted with substantial operative and administrative hurdles which demand time and considerable financial expenditure. But even in this situation we have managed to find suitable solutions, owing to the tireless efforts of our employees and customers.