Russia reopens borders for 7 countries

Russia has reopened its borders to nationals and residents of 7 countries, allowing tourists to visit.

Russia grounded most international flights on March 27, with only a handful of special repatriation flights and other government-approved flights bringing passengers to and from Russia over the past few months. However, starting August 1 and recently updated on September 3, a total of 7 nations can now visit Russia for the purposes of tourism.

Residents and national from the following 7 countries can currently enter Russia:

•     Egypt
•     Maldives
•     Switzerland
•     Tanzania
•     Turkey
•     United Arab Emirates
•     United Kingdom

Click here to read more about the entry requirements.

Updated on September 14, 2020.

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