From March 18, Russia restricts the entry of foreign citizens

From March 18 to May 1, 2020, Russia will restrict the entry of foreign citizens into the country.

The information is published on the government website.

In accordance with Russian legislation and the provisions of applicable international treaties of the Russian Federation, the government of the Russian Federation decided to temporarily restrict the entry of foreigners and stateless persons into Russia from 00 hours 00 minutes local time on March 18, 2020 to 00 hours 00 minutes local time on May 1, 2020.

On the government website there is an explanation that the measure is taken to ensure the security of the state, protect public health and prevent the spread of coronavirus infection.

The restriction on entry will not apply to employees of diplomatic missions and consular offices in the Russian Federation, drivers of international road transport vehicles, crews of air, sea and river vessels, train and locomotive crews of international railway communication, members of official delegations and persons with diplomatic, service, ordinary private visas issued in connection with the death of a close relative, persons permanently residing in the territory of the Russian Federation, and citizens who transit through air checkpoints.

Source: atorus