Italy has joined France in requiring the "Green Pass" or a negative Covid-19 test to be shown in order to gain entry to a range of venues and tourist attractions.

Tourists must now show the "Green Pass" proving status of vaccination, a recent negative test or recovery from Covid in order to gain access to visitor attractions and hospitality venues.

Venues requiring the green pass for entry include bars, restaurants and cafes. Outdoor drinking and dining are exempt.

Children under the age of 12 are exempt from the rule.

Vaccine certificates issued by other EU and Schengen area nations are valid in Italy, as are those issued by the US, Canada, Japan and Israel, however it is unclear whether Northern Ireland's Vaccine Certificate will be accepted. Italy does not recognise the NHS vaccine certificate.