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The travel advice is Exercise a high degree of caution to Russia. Russia is Moderate restrictions for travel. Get travel ban, restrictions alerts and advice before travelling to Russia. Russia is part of Europe with main city at
Moscow. Its Developed country with a
population of 147M people. The main currency is Russian Rubble. The languages
spoken are Russian.
👍 Developed 👨👩👦👦 147M people
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🚨 Travel Advice for Russia
Moderate restrictions
for travelInternational travel to Russia is permitted. It is necessary to comply with restrictions to ensure entry is permitted.
Full details on the EU Digital Certificate, including how EU residents can access their certificate, can be found at https://ec.europa.eu/info/live-work-travel-eu/coronavirus-response/safe-covid-19-vaccines-europeans/eu-digital-covid-certificateen
Those who fail to provide a valid negative test result are required to self-quarantine for 14 days on arrival.
For more details Russia Tourism
Vaccinated travelers must still provide a pre-departure test and may be randomly selected to be tested on arrival. Travelers are also required to have a suitable quarantine plan in place for 14 days as a precaution, even when seeking the fully vaccinated exemption.
Proof of vaccination must be uploaded on the ArriveCAN application. The final dose must have been administered at least 15 days before departure and supporting documentation must be in English, French, or with a certified translation.
Further information can be found at https://travel.gc.ca/travel-covid/travel-restrictions/covid-vaccinated-travellers-entering-canada#determine-fully
Travelers testing negative on the day-8 test may leave quarantine 14 days after arrival. Travelers testing positive will undergo further 10-day quarantine from the day the test was taken and follow the instructions of local authorities.
Travelers may instead provide documentation of having recovered from COVID-19. This will require proof of a positive test result, taken at least 15 days before departure and not more than 180 days before departure.
Proof of negative molecular test result or recovery must be uploaded to the ArriveCAN application. Further information on the testing requirements, such as types of tests accepted, can be found at https://travel.gc.ca/travel-covid/travel-restrictions/flying-canada-checklist/covid-19-testing-travellers-coming-into-canada?utmcampaign=gac-amc-covid-20-21&utmsource=travel-covidtravel-restrictionsflying&utmmedium=redirect&utmcontent=en#getting-tested
Travelers may register for the test on arrival at https://travel.gc.ca/travel-covid/travel-restrictions/flying-canada-checklist/covid-19-testing-travellers-coming-into-canada?utmcampaign=gac-amc-covid-20-21&utmsource=travel-covidtravel-restrictionsflying&utmmedium=redirect&utmcontent=en#register
Travelers who can present proof of a positive test result, taken at least 14 days before departure and not more than 180 days before, are exempt from testing on arrival.
EU Digital COVID Certificate
Travelers may provide their EU Digital Certificate in paper or digital format as proof of testing. Health documents provided this way will not require further verification on arrival.Full details on the EU Digital Certificate, including how EU residents can access their certificate, can be found at https://ec.europa.eu/info/live-work-travel-eu/coronavirus-response/safe-covid-19-vaccines-europeans/eu-digital-covid-certificateen
Test/medical certificate required
Travelers are required to present proof of a negative PCR test, taken within the previous 48 hours, on departure.Those who fail to provide a valid negative test result are required to self-quarantine for 14 days on arrival.
Additional documents required
A 'passenger locator form' must be completed within 24 hours of departure. - Passenger locator formFor more details Russia Tourism
Government measures
Restrictions are gradually lifting and most facilities have reopened, but an EU Digital Certificat as proof of vaccination, negative test result, or previous recovery is required to access some facilities and establishments. We recommend keeping up-to-date with official guidelines throughout your trip. Information related to the COVID-19 response in Russia can be found at http://romaniatourism.com/travel-advisory.htmlUse of masks
Face masks are required in public spaces, enclosed environments, and on public transportation. Maks must be medical-grade.Public transport
Public transport is operating as usual.Restaurants
Restaurants are open until 10 pm at reduced capacity for vaccinated, recovered, and recently tested customers.Bars
Bars must remain closed to limit the rate of transmission.Nightclubs
Nightclubs must remain closed to limit the rate of transmission.Shops
Essential shops and services are open until 10 pm with adapted safety measures in place, such as the use of hand sanitizer and social distancing. Non-essential shops are open for vaccinated, recovered, and recently tested customers.On return
Vaccinations and vaccinated travel
Travelers who present a valid international certificate for full vaccination against COVID-19, with the use of an approved vaccine, do not require an essential reason to enter and are exempt from quarantine requirements.Vaccinated travelers must still provide a pre-departure test and may be randomly selected to be tested on arrival. Travelers are also required to have a suitable quarantine plan in place for 14 days as a precaution, even when seeking the fully vaccinated exemption.
Proof of vaccination must be uploaded on the ArriveCAN application. The final dose must have been administered at least 15 days before departure and supporting documentation must be in English, French, or with a certified translation.
Further information can be found at https://travel.gc.ca/travel-covid/travel-restrictions/covid-vaccinated-travellers-entering-canada#determine-fully
Quarantine required
Travelers are required to self-quarantine for 14 days on arrival at their own residence or accommodation.Travelers testing negative on the day-8 test may leave quarantine 14 days after arrival. Travelers testing positive will undergo further 10-day quarantine from the day the test was taken and follow the instructions of local authorities.
Test/medical certificate required
Proof of a negative test result, taken within the previous 72 hours, must be provided on departure.Travelers may instead provide documentation of having recovered from COVID-19. This will require proof of a positive test result, taken at least 15 days before departure and not more than 180 days before departure.
Proof of negative molecular test result or recovery must be uploaded to the ArriveCAN application. Further information on the testing requirements, such as types of tests accepted, can be found at https://travel.gc.ca/travel-covid/travel-restrictions/flying-canada-checklist/covid-19-testing-travellers-coming-into-canada?utmcampaign=gac-amc-covid-20-21&utmsource=travel-covidtravel-restrictionsflying&utmmedium=redirect&utmcontent=en#getting-tested
Testing on arrival
A molecular test will be administered on arrival and travelers will be provided COVID-19 at-home specimen collection kits which must be taken on day 8 of the quarantine period. The kit contains information on how to collect, store and ship the samples.Travelers may register for the test on arrival at https://travel.gc.ca/travel-covid/travel-restrictions/flying-canada-checklist/covid-19-testing-travellers-coming-into-canada?utmcampaign=gac-amc-covid-20-21&utmsource=travel-covidtravel-restrictionsflying&utmmedium=redirect&utmcontent=en#register
Travelers who can present proof of a positive test result, taken at least 14 days before departure and not more than 180 days before, are exempt from testing on arrival.
Travel restriction details for Russia
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Destination No quarantine
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Return Quarantine required
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Some Visitors
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Restaurants & bars Open with restrictions
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Open shopping
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Operational transport
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events Partially Allowed
🔒 Lockdown Details for Russia
The use of face masks is mandatory in indoor public spaces, for anyone aged above 5 years old.
Private events (weddings, baptisms, and birthdays) may accommodate:
-a maximum of 150 guests outdoor, 100 guests indoor if the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower and equal than 3 per 1000 inhabitants. -a maximum of 200 guests outdoor, 150 guests indoor if the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower and equal than 2 per 1000 inhabitants. -a maximum of 300 guests indoor if ensuring a surface of 2 sqm for each guest and if those attending are all vaccinated (at least 10 days passed since the administration of the final dose) or have a negative PCR test (in the last 72 hours) or negative rapid test (in the last 24 hours) or have recovered from COVID-19 (at least 15 days passed since getting infected, and not more than 180 days) if the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower and equal than 3 per 1000 inhabitants -a maximum of 400 guests indoor if ensuring a surface of 2 sqm for each guest and if those attending are all vaccinated (at least 10 days passed since the administration of the final dose) or have a negative PCR test (in the last 72 hours) or negative rapid test (in the last 24 hours) or have recovered from COVID-19 (at least 15 days passed since getting infected, and not more than 180 days) if the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower and equal than 2 per 1000 inhabitants
Private groups of people that do not belong to the same household can gather in the public space up to 30 persons if the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower and equal than 3 per 1000 inhabitants, and up to 50 persons if the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower and equal than 2 per 1000 inhabitants.
Rallies and demonstrations can take place under strict regulations with maximum of 100 participants if the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower and equal than 3 per 1000 inhabitants, and with maximum of 500 participants if the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower and equal than 2 per 1000 inhabitants.
In all forms of public transport (as well as in taxis), face masks are mandatory. Also, social distance should be maintained as much as possible, as well as ventilation and disinfection. In some cases, temperature checks are conducted.
Religious activities and services can be carried out inside and outside places of worship, provided they adhere to strict health protocols. Only local residents can participate in the services.
Shops, shopping centers, and markets should close at 21.00. Pharmacies and gas stations can remain open longer. Deliveries are permitted without time restrictions.
Hotels, guest houses and camping sites are open, with the following measures in place:
Hotel catering services can operate at 50% capacity and only between 06.00 and 23.00 hours in counties where the cummulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower or equal to 1.5 per 1000 inhabitants. Visitor capacity is reduced to 30% for counties where the cummulative infection rate in the past 14 days is higher than 1.5 and lower than 3 per 1000 inhabitants. In counties where the cummulative infection rate in the past 14 days is higher than 3 per 1000 inhabitants, these services can only be offered to those staying in the accomodation
Restaurants and cafes can operate at 50% capacity in counties where the cummulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower or equal to 1.5 per 1000 inhabitants. Visitor capacity is reduced to 30% for counties where the cummulative infection rate in the past 14 days is higher than 1.5 and lower than 3 per 1000 inhabitants. In counties where the cummulative infection rate in the past 14 days is higher than 3 per 1000 inhabitants, these services are suspended.
Private events (weddings, baptisms, and birthdays) may accommodate:
-a maximum of 150 guests outdoor, 100 guests indoor if the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower and equal than 3 per 1000 inhabitants. -a maximum of 200 guests outdoor, 150 guests indoor if the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower and equal than 2 per 1000 inhabitants. -a maximum of 300 guests indoor if ensuring a surface of 2 sqm for each guest and if those attending are all vaccinated (at least 10 days passed since the administration of the final dose) or have a negative PCR test (in the last 72 hours) or negative rapid test (in the last 24 hours) or have recovered from COVID-19 (at least 15 days passed since getting infected, and not more than 180 days) if the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower and equal than 3 per 1000 inhabitants -a maximum of 400 guests indoor if ensuring a surface of 2 sqm for each guest and if those attending are all vaccinated (at least 10 days passed since the administration of the final dose) or have a negative PCR test (in the last 72 hours) or negative rapid test (in the last 24 hours) or have recovered from COVID-19 (at least 15 days passed since getting infected, and not more than 180 days) if the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower and equal than 2 per 1000 inhabitants
Private groups of people that do not belong to the same household can gather in the public space up to 30 persons if the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower and equal than 3 per 1000 inhabitants, and up to 50 persons if the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower and equal than 2 per 1000 inhabitants.
Rallies and demonstrations can take place under strict regulations with maximum of 100 participants if the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower and equal than 3 per 1000 inhabitants, and with maximum of 500 participants if the cumulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower and equal than 2 per 1000 inhabitants.
In all forms of public transport (as well as in taxis), face masks are mandatory. Also, social distance should be maintained as much as possible, as well as ventilation and disinfection. In some cases, temperature checks are conducted.
Religious activities and services can be carried out inside and outside places of worship, provided they adhere to strict health protocols. Only local residents can participate in the services.
Shops, shopping centers, and markets should close at 21.00. Pharmacies and gas stations can remain open longer. Deliveries are permitted without time restrictions.
Hotels, guest houses and camping sites are open, with the following measures in place:
- social distancing measures of 1.5 metres between customers;
- limited capacity of 4 square metres per customer;
- periodic disinfection of cashier and other important areas;
- mandatory wearing of a face mask.
Hotel catering services can operate at 50% capacity and only between 06.00 and 23.00 hours in counties where the cummulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower or equal to 1.5 per 1000 inhabitants. Visitor capacity is reduced to 30% for counties where the cummulative infection rate in the past 14 days is higher than 1.5 and lower than 3 per 1000 inhabitants. In counties where the cummulative infection rate in the past 14 days is higher than 3 per 1000 inhabitants, these services can only be offered to those staying in the accomodation
Restaurants and cafes can operate at 50% capacity in counties where the cummulative infection rate in the past 14 days is lower or equal to 1.5 per 1000 inhabitants. Visitor capacity is reduced to 30% for counties where the cummulative infection rate in the past 14 days is higher than 1.5 and lower than 3 per 1000 inhabitants. In counties where the cummulative infection rate in the past 14 days is higher than 3 per 1000 inhabitants, these services are suspended.
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