Russia
Travel ban
Effective March 18th, the Government of the Russian Federation banned the entry of all foreign nationals until May 1.
Measure taken by the government
Effective March 20th, the Government of the Russian Federation will limit commercial flights to the United States, the United Kingdom and the United Arab Emirates. Regular flights between Moscow – New York, Moscow – London, and Moscow – Abu Dhabi will continue, operated via Sheremetyevo International Airport.
Effective March 20th, Sheremetyevo International Airport in Moscow announced that its international terminals E and C will be closed for arrivals and departures from March 20th to April 30th.
Emergency number (related to COVID-19) while visiting the country
The Moscow Department of Health maintains a hotline for further information and updates +7 495 870-45-09.
Source:
US Embassy in Russia https://ru.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/
Published on March 26th (checked on March 26th)
Serbia
Travel ban
All airports in Serbia are closed for international traffic.
All border crossings (air, land, or river) are closed for travellers.
There are no commercial air travel options. All borders are closed for passenger traffic.
Measures taken by government
Government of Serbia declared a state of emergency with widespread travel restrictions and curfews. As of March 22th, 2020 following measures are in effect:
A mandatory curfew for all residents between 5 PM and 5 AM, except on Sundays when citizens over the age of 65 can leave their homes from 3 AM to 8 AM to buy groceries.
Emergency number (related to COVID-19) while visiting the country
The Serbian Ministry of Health established an emergency hotline for individuals who have symptoms or believe they may have come in contact with the virus: +381(64) 8945235.
Source:
US Embassy in Serbia https://rs.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/
Published on March 26th (checked on March 26th)
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