Philadelphians have been given “All Clear” as the current COVID-19 response level, which means wearing masks at indoor public places is no longer required, with some exceptions (see below). The announcement was made this morning by Dr. Cheryl Bettigole, the City’s Public Health Commissioner.

During the Level 1 – All Clear period, no public COVID-19 mandates will be enforced, but masks will still be required in some settings, including schools, healthcare settings and public transit. The City is planning to drop the school mask requirement on March 9 if COVID-19 cases and other metrics will continue to drop. Masks will again be required in all Philadelphia schools for one week following spring break to avoid a possible post-break surge in cases.

Masks are still required at Philadelphia Airport and on planes, according to the federal mandate.

During the All Clear period, businesses may choose to require staff and patrons to wear a mask and/or show proof of vaccination. Philadelphians may choose to wear a mask for extra protection. Unvaccinated residents are recommended by the Department of Public Health to wear a mask in indoor settings.