26/01/2021 - Epidemic situation in Bulgaria until April 30, 2021
The Minister of Health of the Republic of Bulgaria issued an order, which will remain in force during the epidemic situation in the country in force as of 14 May 2020 and decreed by the Bulgarian government to be in effect until April 30, 2021.
From February 1, visits to cinemas are allowed, provided that no more than 30 per cent of capacity is used and physical distancing is observed.
Also from February 1, gyms may re-open, provided that no more than 50 per cent of the capacity of the premises is used.
Restaurants and bars remain closed until March 1, although deliveries and takeaways for the home or office are allowed. From March 1 restaurants and coffees may open.
From February 1, shopping malls and shopping centres may re-open.
From February 1 to April 30, everyone in enclosed public places and public transport must wear a protective face mask. The same rules applies to open public spaces, where crowding cannot be avoided.
Helmets and scarves covering the nose and mouth are not anymore allowed to use, only masks are allowed.