Please note: Be sure to go to a registration desk first, show your credentials and get an access bracelet. An FFP2 mask must be worn throughout the University Hospital building. This rule applies to all outpatients, individuals accompanying patients and visitors.
Modified access rules from 01.08.2022
Firstly, go to a registration desk and present your current proof of a negative COVID-19 test (in writing or digital) and your photo ID. They will give you an access wristband to confirm that you have been checked, which you need to wear during your visit to the University Hospital.
Please note - only the following tests are accepted at the registration desks:
- PCR tests from an accredited laboratory, taken no more than 48 hours before
- Rapid antigen tests from a certified test centre, taken no more than 24 hours before
The following rules apply in the University Hospital:
- FFP2 masks must be worn throughout the grounds and within the buildings
- Visiting rules:
- Only one visitor per patient each day
- Visits should be no longer than one hour
- Visiting hours daily from 15:00 to 19:00
If you arrive unprepared as a visitor without a negative test result, you can arrange to have a test done on our campus free of charge at the Infection Control Centre (ISZ), Building 80, directions
on weekdays until 15:00.
University Hospital - Infection Control Centre
Building 80 (directions)
Kerpener Str. 62, 50937 Cologne, Germany
Opening times:
Monday to Friday 9:00 to 15:00
You can also arrange to have a test done free of charge close to the University Hospital outside of the Infection Control Centre opening hours. To arrange a free test there, download and complete this Federal Ministry of Health form and have it stamped at the registration desk before visiting the test centre. This confirms that you are registered as a visitor to a patient at the University Hospital and so are eligible for a free rapid test.
Test centre near the University Hospital:
Medicare - COVID Test Centre (directions)
Zülpicher Str. 280, 50937 Cologne
Opening times:
Monday to Friday 8:00 to 20:00
Saturday 10:00 to 18:00
Sunday 10:00 to 16:00
The following rules apply to people accompanying outpatients:
- Only permitted in justified exceptional circumstances:
- Parents, guardians, carers or other people who have to legally represent the patient
- Individuals urgently required to accompany the patient for their medical treatment (e.g. patients with a mobility disability or with impaired sight or hearing)
- Interpreters if the patient has insufficient understanding of the language
- FFP2 masks must be worn
The following rules apply to people accompanying inpatients:
- Only permitted in justified exceptional circumstances:
- Parents, guardians, carers or other people who have to legally represent the patient
- Individuals urgently required to accompany the patient for their medical treatment (e.g. patients with a mobility disability or with impaired sight or hearing)
- Interpreters if the patient has insufficient understanding of the language
- Firstly, go to a registration desk and present your current proof of a negative COVID-19 test. They will give you an access wristband to confirm that you have been checked, which you need to wear during your visit to the University Hospital.
- FFP2 masks must be worn
The following rule apply to outpatients:
- FFP2 masks must be worn
The following rules apply to inpatients:
- All patients must provide proof of a negative test result (PCR test taken no more than 48 hours before or a rapid antigen test taken no more than 24 hours before from a certified test centre/laboratory) for scheduled admission as an inpatient.
I am an external service provider (tradesperson, supplier etc.)
The following rules apply to external service providers:
- Access to areas where patients are being treated only with proof of a current negative test result (in paper or digital form). The following tests are accepted:
- PCR tests from an accredited laboratory, taken no more than 48 hours before
- Rapid antigen tests from a certified test centre, taken no more than 24 hours before
- FFP2 masks must be worn
Questions & answers about your stay at the University Hospital Cologne
In addition to the many certified coronavirus test centres in Cologne and the surrounding area, you also have the option of taking a rapid antigen test at the University Hospital Cologne.
For more information, visit the Centre for Infection Control website
The Center for Infection Control at the University Hospital Cologne can provide individuals who have recovered from the coronavirus with proof of their test result. Please e-mail the following information to corona-genesene@uk-koeln.de: postal address, first name and surname and date of birth. You will receive the certificate in the post within two to four working days. Alternatively, you can collect the certificate from the Infection Control Centre (Building 11) on Tuesday and Thursday between the hours of 12:00 and 14:00 (with the exception of public holidays).
Yes, an FFP2 mask must be worn throughout the entire University Hospital. This rule applies to all outpatients, individuals accompanying patients and visitors.
A mask will only protect you and our employees if it is worn properly and replaced regularly. It is important that your mouth and nose are covered. The face mask must also be dry. Viruses have a free rein if the material is moist or wet.
Hand sanitiser is available at central points in all buildings. You can sanitise your hands at any time.
The hygiene standards in the University Hospital are and were very stringent even before the coronavirus pandemic and have now been further intensified. All rooms and medical equipment are thoroughly cleaned regularly by our trained personnel.
All inpatients are tested for coronavirus on admission.
Please cancel your appointment at the University Hospital if you experience symptoms of a cold.
If necessary please have a check-up with your family doctor!