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Travel restrictions
The Government of the Russian Federation banned the entry of foreign nationals with a few exceptions.
The Russian Government is allowing regular international flights to resume to certain countries, including to Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Cuba, Egypt, Ethiopia, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Japan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Maldives, Malta, Mexico, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, Seychelles, Singapore, Switzerland, Serbia, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Syria, Tajikistan, United Arab Emirates, Uzbekistan, and Venezuela.
Air travel remains erratic and subject to cancellations.
Although regular international flights had previously resumed, the Russian government has temporarily suspended flights to Tanzania and Turkey until June 21st, 2021.
The Russian government requires that all foreign travelers present a negative PCR COVID-19 test result upon arrival, dated no later than three days prior to arrival in Russia. The results can be in English and/or digital. Foreign travelers must also complete a form and present it to customs upon arrival in Russia
The Russian Federation no longer requires travelers to quarantine for 14 days after arrival. This policy, however, applies only to arrivals from countries with which Russia has resumed regular air travel and who meet benchmarks for containing the spread of COVID.
Local jurisdictions set their own rules regarding quarantine requirements for travelers. Check with local authorities for current requirements.
Measures taken by the government
In response to a worsening epidemiological situation, municipal and regional authorities in the Russian Federation continue to take steps to restrict the spread of COVID-19. Measures and restrictions to prevent the spread of COVID-19 vary widely, as individual regions and cities set their own policies.
The government of the Russian Federation requires the use of masks in crowded public areas, including public transportation, taxis, parking lots, and elevators. This order applies to the entire country.
Testing
Testing is widely available in Russia, both through government healthcare providers and private clinics.
Testing is free at government healthcare providers for those suspected of having coronavirus. Private clinics also provide COVID testing on a fee-basis.
Results are delivered electronically or on paper, depending on the clinic.
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 August 31st 2021 (checked on October 13th 2021)
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