Slovakia – Extension of lockdown

The designated operator of Slovakia, Slovenská pošta, would like to inform other Union member countries and their designated operators that, in response to a significant number of new COVID-19 infections, the Slovakian Government has extended the general lockdown in place throughout the country until at least 7 February 2021. It is expected that the Slovakian Government will announce further measures by the end of the month.

Slovenská pošta will continue to provide postal services in line with the public health measures and other restrictions in place, but will be operating with a reduced workforce. The processing and delivery of all types of inbound and outbound mail (letter-post, parcel-post and EMS items) will continue to be affected, and Slovenská pošta is unable to guarantee compliance with the agreed standards.

Therefore, the situation of force majeure previously declared is extended until further notice, and the restrictions announced in previous EmIS messages will continue to apply.

Slovenská pošta thanks all Union member countries and their designated operators for their understanding.