End of mandatory mask wearing on public transit as of May 16, 2022

The mandatory wearing of masks in public transport (buses, metros, trains, taxis...) in France is lifted from Monday, May 16, 2022.

However, the wearing of masks may be made mandatory by the head of the establishment or service in health and medico-social establishments (hospitals, medical offices, pharmacies, biological analysis laboratories, retirement homes, Ehpads...) for carers, patients and visitors of at least 6 years.

On the same day, the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) announced the lifting of the obligation to wear a mask at airports and on board aircraft in the European Union as of Monday 16 May 2022.

The rules for wearing masks may vary by airline beyond May 16. It is useful to inquire with the company whether or not wearing a mask is required, and in particular on flights to or from a destination where wearing a mask is still mandatory on public transportation.

Masks are still recommended for COVID-positive individuals for 7 days following isolation, at-risk contacts, symptomatic individuals and vulnerable individuals. It is also recommended in large gatherings and in enclosed and poorly ventilated places, and especially in the presence of fragile people.