Bahrain one of the first countries to launch digital Covid-19 vaccine passport

TDT | Manama

The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com

Bahrain has become one of the first countries in the world to launch a digital Covid-19 vaccine passport.

The country's BeAware app enables individuals to show their immunity status two weeks after receiving both doses of the jab, when antibodies have started developing.

The green 'Covid-19 Vaccinated' shield is accompanied by an official certificate detailing the users' name, date of birth, nationality and which vaccine they received.

Authorities can verify its validity by scanning a QR code linking to the national vaccine register.

To access the digital certificate, users must have received two doses of the vaccine, with 21 days between each. They then must wait for two weeks after the second dose for antibodies to start developing.

It comes as the International Monetary Fund released new figures projecting Bahrain’s economy will grow by 3.3% in 2021, driven by its quick policy response to minimise the impact of the pandemic. This has included rapid and widespread access to vaccinations and salary subsidies.

The kingdom has opened free vaccine appointments to the entire nation, offering all citizens and residents a choice of jab.