“Can you go to the hospital during a curfew?” is a question frequently asked by people who need to visit a healthcare facility for various conditions during pandemic restrictions. In this article, we explain step by step how to obtain permission to go to the hospital during a curfew. You can read detailed information on where and how to get a hospital travel permit during curfew hours.
CAN YOU GO TO THE HOSPITAL DURING A CURFEW?
Yes, you can go to the hospital during a curfew. During the Covid-19 pandemic, specific procedures were established to allow people who need medical care to travel during weekend curfews. For longer weekend curfews that last up to 56 hours, authorization documents are issued for those who must urgently reach a hospital.
WHICH NUMBER SHOULD BE CALLED TO GET PERMISSION TO GO TO THE HOSPITAL DURING A CURFEW?
To obtain permission to go to the hospital during a curfew, call the emergency number 112. The call center agent will prepare an authorization document for you.
HOW TO OBTAIN PERMISSION TO GO TO THE HOSPITAL DURING A CURFEW
Permission procedures for going to the hospital during a weekend curfew are handled through the 112 Emergency Service. When you call 112, provide your national ID information, a brief description of your medical condition, and the healthcare facility you plan to visit. The call center representative will send the prepared authorization message to the phone number you provide. If requested by authorities while traveling, it is sufficient to show the curfew authorization message sent to your phone that is issued in your name.
ARE PEOPLE WITH HOSPITAL APPOINTMENTS EXEMPT FROM THE CURFEW?
Yes. According to the guidelines published by the Ministry of Interior, those with mandatory medical appointments are explicitly exempt from weekend curfew restrictions. In addition, people who donate blood or plasma to organizations such as the Red Crescent are also exempt under these regulations.
WHAT ARE THE WEEKEND CURFEW HOURS?
Weekend curfews typically begin on Friday at 21:00 and end on Monday at 05:00, covering a total of 56 hours. The Ministry of Interior’s circular clarifies which groups are exempt from these restrictions and may travel during the weekend.
The Ministry of Interior publishes detailed circulars specifying curfew measures and exemptions. Consult the official circular for full details and the most current rules and guidance.