Barcelona Covid Information & Vaccination in Catalunya
A historical overview of Covid‑19 measures in Barcelona and advice on current mask rules, public health advice and how to request annual vaccination boosters in Catalunya
Covid-19 Restrictions in Barcelona & Catalunya
Barcelona and Catalunya experienced strict mobility and activity restrictions during the 2020–2021 pandemic, ranging from full home confinement to partial limits on movement and nightlife. Barcelona is now fully open for tourism and daily life.
There are NO COVID‑19 RESTRICTIONS. You can use public transport, visit museums, enjoy bars and restaurants, attend events and move freely around the city exactly as before the pandemic. Facemasks are not required in general settings.
- The following places continue to require or recommend facemasks if you have flu or cold‑like symptoms:
- Healthcare centres: (CAP, hospitals, urgent care).
- Pharmacies: Recommended to protect the elderly.
- Care homes: Obligatory when visiting elderly residents.
The Generalitat de Catalunya periodically reviews the health situation and in cases of regional emergency, will publishes any updates on the official Local Government Webpage.
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Covid-19 Vaccinations in Barcelona & Catalunya
The vaccination programme in Catalunya is fully established and available to the entire population. Most residents have received at least three doses, and annual COVID‑19 booster vaccinations remain available on request at local CAP primary care centres.
Catalunya now uses its network of 443 CAP centres for all vaccinations. The temporary mass vaccination sites used during the pandemic are closed, and boosters are administered directly through the public health system.
For official information, visit the CatSalut Vaccination Portal. Spain continues to offer vaccination to anyone aged 12 or older.
Getting a COVID‑19 Vaccination or Booster in Catalunya
Vaccination is by voluntary appointment. To book, you need a CatSalut Health Card (TSI) with your CIP number.
With your health card you can also register for the Meva Salut Portal, which provides access to your medical records, test results and vaccination certificates.
Tip: Once logged in to Meva Salut, update your mobile number and email address so you can receive SMS confirmations for appointments and notifications from public health services.
To book a vaccination or annual booster, visit the CatSalut Vaccination Portal and have your TSI card and phone ready.
The COVID‑19 booster is aimed at population groups at highest risk of complications, helping protect against severe illness, hospitalisation, long‑term effects and death. The ideal period to get vaccinated is during the autumn months, when the virus circulates most actively through autumn and winter. Read more here.
Vaccinations for Non‑Residents & Tourists
To receive a vaccination through the public CatSalut system, you must hold a CatSalut health card. Visitors or tourists who wish to be vaccinated should contact their travel insurer, who can arrange appointments at private hospitals or clinics.
The EU Digital Vaccination Certificate
The EU Digital COVID Certificate can be downloaded as a PDF from the Meva Salut portal once your vaccination record is updated. This certificate may still be required for travel to certain destinations outside the EU.
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