COVID-19 Policy

Disclaimer: This document presents our recommendations, which are not binding on attendees. Please adhere to local regulations when attending FIL Lisbon, including any requirements related to COVID-19. Each event will have their own policy and guidelines so don’t forget to check relevant event sites for any additional requirements

‍Testing recommendations: Test before departure with a viral test (rapid antigen or PCR) as close to the time of departure as possible and no more than 3 days before travel.Test before each in-person attendance. If you have a positive result, please skip in-person and attend online.Travel with rapid antigen test kits (recommend 1-2 per day).

‍Masks: If you are not vaccinated, we strongly encourage you to wear a mask to in-person events.

‍Vaccination: If you are not up to date with your COVID-19 vaccines, we recommend that you delay travel until you are.
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These recommendations are subject to change in accordance with any new developing guidelines or other applicable reasons.
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Additional links
‍Make sure you understand and follow all state, tribal, local, and territorial travel restrictions, including proper mask wearing, proof of vaccination, testing, or quarantine requirements. For more information please refer to:
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‍Mainland Portugal Guidance

‍ US Embassy Guidance for Lisbon, Portugal: Testing positive for COVID from a laboratory or pharmacy requires you to self-isolate in Portugal and being unable to travel home for 7 days.

‍CDC Guidance: Check your destination’s COVID-19 situation before traveling. State, tribal, local, and territorial governments may enforce travel restrictions.