Company News
Coronavirus lockdowns: How and when do European countries plan to ease restrictions?
Austria
Austria was due to start easing its lockdown measures on 1st May, the government said earlier.
There will still be restrictions: people not living together must keep a one-meter distance between each other in public at all times.
Restaurants will reopen from 15th May, followed by hotels from 29th May.
Austria is one of the first to reopen its economy in Europe.
Belgium
From 4th May, non-essential shops and businesses will be allowed to open progressively. People will be able to visit the coast and Ardennes forests from 18th May. Bars and restaurants will start reopening from 8th June.
But mass events such as music festivals will not happen until at least September.
Czech
The Czech lockdown was partially eased on 24th April, to allow the resumption of internal travel. The previous day the government said a travel ban for journeys outside the country would be lifted. But anyone returning to the country will have to provide a negative test for COVID-19 or spend time in quarantine.
Border restrictions were eased on 27th April to allow in people from other EU countries for short business trips. Seasonal workers are also allowed in, under restrictions.
Some businesses and stores have been allowed to reopen, including Skoda which has restarted car production. Meanwhile gatherings of up to 10 people are being allowed, compared to two under earlier rules.
France
The strict lockdown in France -- in place since 17th March-- will gradually begin to be eased from 11th May. The first phase of "de-confinement" will last three weeks and run until 2nd June.
Restrictions may be lifted at different rates around the country, in line with the pandemic's geographical impact. Relatively strict measures may still apply in particularly badly affected areas such as the east of the country and the wider Paris region.
Pre-schools and primary schools will open progressively from 11th May, secondary schools will begin following suit a week later, while a decision on high schools will be taken at the end of the month.
People will no longer need to fill out a form justifying the reason for leaving their homes, or for trips of up to 100 kilometers. Social gatherings up to a maximum of 10 people will be allowed. But larger events look set to be banned for several months and the French football season has been canceled.
Germany
Germany, which has managed to contain the virus better than other world powers, began its first steps to ease restrictions on 20th April. Smaller shops have been allowed to reopen while respecting social distancing measures, as have other businesses such as car dealers and bicycle shops.
The government hopes that schools, closed since mid-March, will be able to reopen from 4th May-- beginning with older students, in contrast to some other countries which plan to reopen classes for younger children first.
There's been concern that the coronavirus infection rate has increased again since the restrictions began being eased. It's thought the government will wait to see if the trend is confirmed before taking any corrective measures.
Germany has also extended a worldwide travel warning until mid-June.
Greece
Greece's lockdown introduced on 23rd March has been credited for keeping down the country's death toll and number of critically ill patients.
The prime minister has outlined a plan to ease restrictions gradually. Outdoor individual sports will be permitted again from 4th May, and bookshops, hair salons and electronic stores will reopen. Working hours will be staggered to reduce interaction.
Restaurants, hotels and shopping centers won't be allowed to open until 1st June.
Playgrounds and public beaches will remain closed, and travel is only possible within someone's home region.
High school seniors will restart classes on 11th May, followed a week later by other high and secondary school grades. Younger children might go back to school on 1st June.
The novel coronavirus has gradually improved and normal life is just around the corner. Again, in order to prevent policy tightening after the epidemic, please seize the opportunity.
Austrian quota immigration requirements:
1. Non-criminal record;
2. College degree or above or German A1 level;
3. 45,000 euros of bank deposit;
4. Bank statement for six months;
Belgium business immigration
Application conditions
1. Non-criminal record;
2. Start a business
Belgium asset management
Program contains documents: Belgium passport, overseas account and company
Application conditions
1. Non-criminal record;
Czech Residence Permit
Two ways to apply for residence permit:
Method 1: Application conditions:
1. Need to set up a company in the Czech Republic (can be handled for you);
2. Set up and maintain 1w Euros per year, one more person up 20%
Processing advantages: low total cost, no stay requirements; the cost includes the applicant's basic insurance fee, address fee.
Method 2: Application conditions:
1. Bachelor degree;
2. Real estate certificate;
3. 100,000 euros deposit certificate, increasing 25% for per person;
4. Resume, work certificate;
Paris quota residence permit program
Requirements:
1. More than one property in your own country (real estate certificate)
2. Non-criminal record;
3. Birth certificate;
Purchase property program-German state nominated program
1. Non-criminal record;
2. 450,000 euros of deposits for more than half a year;
3. Purchase a property in Germany worth more than 250,000 euros;
Purchasing a property and establishing a company program-German state special contribution residency
1. Non-criminal record;
2. Set up a company;
3. Purchase 300,000 euros property (any area in Germany);
Greek nominations requirements:
1. Non-criminal record;
2. 50,000 euros bank statement;
3. Medical report (AIDS, hepatitis B, tuberculosis and general items)
4. Real estate certificate;
Greek purchase a property requirements:
1. Non-criminal record;
2. Purchase properties over 250,000 euros;
3. Medical report (AIDS, hepatitis B, tuberculosis and general items)
Why choose us: WZ&P is the expert in residence and citizenship planning. There are hundreds of clients and advisors rely on our expertise and experience. Our highly qualified professionals work together as one team worldwide.
We have 18 offices worldwide. For related links, please click:
Global Office
Want to know more？Please contact us for more details
E-mail: daisy.p@wz-p.com
Home page: wz-p.com