The Green Pass is a digital pass available on cell phones that indicates a person’s status vis-a-vis COVID-19. To obtain the Green Pass, one must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, have proof of recovery from the coronavirus, or possess a negative PCR test from within the past 72 hours. Alternative proof of vaccinated status or recovery from the virus can be used as substitutes for the Green Pass, according to Israel’s Ministry of Health.
Prime Minister Naftali Bennett convened his self-dubbed Coronavirus Cabinet on Thursday. During the meeting, the ministers decided to bring back the Green Pass for indoor and outdoor events with more than 100 participants who are 12 years old and older. The pass will not apply to events with 100 or fewer participants. The Green Pass will also be required for culture and sports events, gyms, restaurants, conferences, tourist attractions and houses of worship. The government did not note any capacity restrictions for these venues. The policy will take effect on July 29, according to a press release from the Prime Minister’s Office.
