Phone, wallet, keys … vaccination card. Check.

Starting Monday, Oct. 25, King County will require all residents to show proof of vaccination or a recent negative COVID-19 test in order to be let into:

Outdoor events with 500+ people
Indoor bars and restaurants with seating capacity of 12 or more
Indoor public pools, gyms, and other fitness facilities
Arts venues, museums, concert halls, movie theaters, sports arenas, and convention centers

Many places in Seattle already had such requirements, but in case you need a little refresher, here are the details.

What can I use as proof of vaccination?

Your actual paper CDC-issued vaccination card
A picture of your card
A QR code or certificate from the MyIRMobile app, or verification from the Clear app
Any record from an individual doctor, pharmacy, etc. from in or outside the US

What if I lose my card?

Reach out to whichever provider gave you the vaccine to see if you can get a replacement.

MyIRMobile can also retrieve vaccination information for those who received the shot in Washington. If received elsewhere, contact that state’s health department.

What if I’m not vaccinated?

Negative COVID-19 test verification can be used to enter events — make an appointment at a local testing site within 72 hours of your visit. At-home rapid tests aren’t valid under this requirement, nor are religious or medical exemptions.
Children under 12 are exempt; some venues allow them to enter if they remain masked (call ahead to make sure).
Grocery stores are not included in the list of places necessary to show proof of vaccination, nor are airports, retail spaces, outdoor seating areas, or any school-based event.

For more info, check out the King County Health Department’s website.