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12.05.2022 What are the rules to enter this country from an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?COVID-19 travel restrictions have been lifted in Estonia. Travellers are not required to provide proof of vaccination, recovery from COVID-19 or a negative test result. Learn more: What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?Document checklist Travellers from outside the EU/Schengen area must provide one of the following:
The document certifying vaccination must be in Latin or Cyrillic script, in Estonian, Russian or English, and include the following information: the disease or agent targeted; the date of vaccination; the vaccine medicinal product; the number of doses in a series of vaccinations; the detials of the issuer of the certificate. Or
Recovered persons must submit an officially authenticated certificate in Latin or Cyrillic script in Estonian, Russian or English (that may be a printout from another country's database) or an extract of a medical document. A positive antigen test is not enough to prove recovery from the disease. Or
Children below 12 years are exempt from vaccine, quarantine and testing requirements. Learn more: May I transit this country?As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restrictions. EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence. Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply. National health measuresMost COVID-19 measures have been lifted in Estonia. Facemasks are worn when using public transport. Learn more: Use of facemasksFacemasks should be worn when using public transport. Indoor and outdoor meetings, public or private gatherings and events
Safety measures for public transportationFacemasks should be worn on public transport. Places of worship
QuarantinePeople infected with coronavirus should remain at home in isolation until they receive medical clearance to leave. Learn more: Non-essential (other than medicine and food) shops
Tourist accommodations
Catering establishments
Cinemas, museums and indoor attractions
Personal care services
Outdoors areas and beaches
National website with coronavirus-related information for TOURISMUseful Info for touristsBefore starting your journey, please check the Kriis.ee website. _______________________________________________________________________________________________ 09.03.2022 What are the rules to enter this country from an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?Document checklist 1. All travellers must complete the Passenger Declaration Form. 2. All travellers must provide proof of vaccination, recovery or a negative test result. Details in the sections below. 3. Vaccination certificates for adults are valid for 270 days (9 months). For minors aged 12 to 18 years, certificates are valid for 15 months. Children below 12 years are exempt from quarantine and testing requirements. Learn More: Entering this country with the EU Digital COVID certificateAll travellers must complete the Passenger Declaration Form and provide proof of vaccination, recovery or a negative test result.
Children below 12 years are exempt from quarantine and testing requirements. Entering this country without the EU Digital COVID certificate or with a certificate not compliant with national requirementsDocuments equivalent to the 'EU Digital COVID Certificate' (EUDCC) are also accepted, if they meet the same requirements lised above for the EUDCC. All travellers must complete the Passenger Declaration Form and provide proof of vaccination, recovery or a negative test result. Learn More: What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?All travellers must complete the Passenger Declaration Form and provide proof of vaccination, recovery or a negative test result.
Children below 12 years are exempt from quarantine and testing requirements. Learn More: What are the rules if I go abroad from this country, and when I return from abroad?Estonian citizens, their family members and residents are allowed entry regardless of whether or not they show symptoms of the disease. All travellers must complete the Passenger Declaration Form and provide proof of vaccination, recovery or a negative test result. Entry requirements also depend on the country of departure's level of risk according to Estonia's national risk assessment. Children below 12 years are exempt from quarantine and testing requirements. Learn more: May I transit this country?As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restrictions. EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence. Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply. General measuresEstonia remains open for travel and business. However, restrictions and special measures are in place to fight the pandemic. Facemasks must be worn, social distancing rules respected and COVID-19 certificates presented to access all indoor spaces and venues. Learn more: Use of facemasksFacemasks and respirators must be worn in all indoor venues by all persons aged 12 and over. This rule applies to all cultural, leisure and sports facilities, tourist accommodations, restaurant and bars, and wherever a COVID-19 certificate is required for entry. Physical DistancingSocial distancing of 2 metres is observed indoors and, where necessary, at outdoor venues and events. Indoor and outdoor meetings, public or private gatherings and eventsRestrictions are in place to limit the number of people who can congregate inside the same space. When indoors, facemasks must be worn and social distancing rules respected. Facemasks are not required when outdoors. Safety measures for public transportationFacemasks must be worn and social distancing rules respected. Places of worshipChurches are open for religious services. There are limits on the number of people who can congregate. Facemasks must be worn and social distancing rules respected. QuarantineTravellers in quarantine are not allowed to leave their place of isolation until they are declared healthy after a test and by a physician. Learn more: Non-essential (other than medicine and food) shopsShops and service points are open. Facemasks must be worn and social distancing rules respected. Tourist accommodationsTourist accommodations are open for visitors. Facemasks must be worn and social distancing rules respected. Catering establishmentsCatering establishments, including bars and restaurants, are open. Certificates must be presented at the door. Facemasks must be worn and social distancing rules respected. Cinemas, museums and indoor attractionsCultural, leisure and sports facilities are open. Certificates must be presented at the door. Facemasks must be worn and social distancing rules respected. Personal care servicesPersonal care services are open. Certificates must be presented at the door. Facemasks must be worn and social distancing rules respected. Outdoors areas and beachesFacemasks are not required when outdoors. Health protocols for tourism services and touristsStrict protocols are in place to ensure hygiene and to prevent the spread of the virus. Certificates are required for entry. Facemasks must be worn and social distancing rules respected wherever groups of people congregate. Learn more: National website with coronavirus-related information for TOURISMTravelling and border crossing __________________________________________________________________________________ 19.01.2022 Information on 'EU Digital COVID Certificates' issued in Estonia Travellers are required to present a certificate to access public spaces including tourist accommodations, bars and restaurants, and cultural, leisure and sports facilities. Please consult the Measures section for further details. Travellers are reminded to carry the relevant documents with them at all times. The EU Digital COVID Certificate Regulation entered into force on 01 July 2021. EU citizens and residents will now be able to have their Digital COVID Certificates issued and verified across the EU. National authorities are in charge of issuing the certificate. The certificate provides a standardised recognition of the holder's status related to vaccination, recovery from Covid-19, or test result. Despite the European Digital COVID Certificate, each country continues to be responsible for the definition of its own entry requirements and rules, which are not standardised at the EU level. This means that what is required to enter upon presentation of this certificate, depends on the measures and entry rules in place at your destination. What are the rules to enter this country from an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?Document checklist 1. All travellers must complete the Passenger Declaration Form. 2. All travellers must provide proof of vaccination, recovery or a negative test result. Details in the sections below. Entry rules Entry requirements also depend on the country of departure's level of risk according to Estonia's national risk assessment: green, yellow or red Children below 12 years are exempt from quarantine and testing requirements. Learn More: Entering this country with the EU Digital COVID certificateAll travellers must complete the Passenger Declaration Form and provide proof of vaccination, recovery or a negative test result.
Children below 12 years are exempt from quarantine and testing requirements. Entering this country without the EU Digital COVID certificate or with a certificate not compliant with national requirementsAll travellers must complete the Passenger Declaration Form and provide proof of vaccination, recovery or a negative test result.
Children below 12 years are exempt from quarantine and testing requirements. Learn More: What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?All travellers must complete the Passenger Declaration Form and provide proof of vaccination, recovery or a negative test result.
Children below 12 years are exempt from quarantine and testing requirements. Learn More: What are the rules if I go abroad from this country, and when I return from abroad?Estonian citizens, their family members and residents are allowed entry regardless of whether or not they show symptoms of the disease. All travellers must complete the Passenger Declaration Form and provide proof of vaccination, recovery or a negative test result. Entry requirements also depend on the country of departure's level of risk according to Estonia's national risk assessment. Children below 12 years are exempt from quarantine and testing requirements. Learn more: May I transit this country?As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restrictions. EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence. Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply. General measuresEstonia remains open for travel and business. However, restrictions and special measures are in place to fight the pandemic. Facemasks must be worn, social distancing rules respected and COVID-19 certificates presented to access all indoor spaces and venues. Learn more: Use of facemasksFacemasks and respirators must be worn in all indoor venues by all persons aged 12 and over. This rule applies to all cultural, leisure and sports facilities, tourist accommodations, restaurant and bars, and wherever a COVID-19 certificate is required for entry. Physical DistancingSocial distancing of 2 meters is observed indoors and, where necessary, at outdoor venues and events. Indoor and outdoor meetings, public or private gatherings and eventsRestrictions are in place to limit the number of people who can congregate inside the same space. Facemasks must be worn and social distancing rules respected. Safety measures for public transportationFacemasks must be worn and social distancing rules respected. Places of worshipChurches are open for religious services. There are limits on the number of people who can congregate. Facemasks must be worn and social distancing rules respected. QuarantineTravellers in quarantine are not allowed to leave their place of isolation until they are declared healthy after a test and by a physician. Learn more: Non-essential (other than medicine and food) shopsShops and service points are open. Facemasks must be worn and social distancing rules respected. Tourist accommodationsTourist accommodations are open for visitors. Facemasks must be worn and social distancing rules respected. Catering establishmentsCatering establishments, including bars and restaurants, are open. Certificates must be presented at the door. Facemasks must be worn and social distancing rules respected. Cinemas, museums and indoor attractionsCultural, leisure and sports facilities are open. Certificates must be presented at the door. Facemasks must be worn and social distancing rules respected. Personal care servicesPersonal care services are open. Certificates must be presented at the door. Facemasks must be worn and social distancing rules respected. Outdoors areas and beachesOutdoor exercise is enouraged. Facemasks must be worn and social distancing rules respected wherever groups of people congregate. Health protocols for tourism services and touristsStrict protocols are in place to ensure hygiene and to prevent the spread of the virus. Certificates are required for entry. Facemasks must be worn and social distancing rules respected wherever groups of people congregate. Learn more: Information on Tourism at National levelNational website with coronavirus-related information for TOURISMTravelling and border crossing ______________________________________________________________________________ 02.12.2021 What are the rules to enter this country from an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?Mandatory Travel Documentation All travellers entering this country must fill out the Traveller Questionnaire and show either a negative COVID test, proof of vaccination, or proof of past infection. Entry requirements depend on the country of departure's level of risk according to Estonia's national classification of risk assessment. Children below 12 years are exempt from quarantine and testing requirements. Travellers are advised to consult current measures on the Official Estonian Gateway website. Entering this country with the EU Digital COVID certificateProvisional information subject to further revision and confirmation from National Authorities Estonia is expected to start accepting "EU Digital COVID certificates" (EUDCC) from 1 July 2021. Holders of EUDCC will be allowed to enter Estonia, without being subject to further restrictions (testing or quarantine), at the condition that their certificate contains either:
Travellers from risk-countries may enter the country with proof of a negative test result. Entering this country without the EU Digital COVID certificate or with a certificate not compliant with national requirementsEstonia adopts its own national classification of risk areas, hence travel restrictions for Estonia are not based on the common "EU Traffic Lights" map. All travellers from risk or high-risk countries are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. For high-risk countries also a second test after entry and a 10 quarantine is required. The quarantine period can be shortened after a negative test result for the second test on day 6. Special rules apply to children.
Find out more: Documents you need to travel in Europe What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?Travel to Estonia from outside the European Union, the European Economic Area or the Schengen area is possible for non-vaccinated people, including for tourism, only from the countries listed in Annex 1 of the recommendation of the Council of the European Union on the gradual lifting of the temporary restrictions on non-essential travel into the EU. An updated list of countries for which entry to Estonia is subject to limitations is available on the Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs website. Testing (before and after entry) and a 10-day quarantine period is mandatory for passengers arriving from a country on the list with an infection rate above 200 cases per 100.000 inhabitants in the last 14 days. When arriving from third countries that are not listed in Annex I, mandatory testing (before and after entry) and a 10-day quarantine period is always required. The quarantine period can be shortened after a negative test result for the second test on day 6. Special rules for children apply.
All passengers arriving by plane (including children for whom the data is provided by their parents) must fill in the traveller’s questionnaire before arrival. You can do this up to three days before arriving in Estonia. The border guard or the airline may ask for confirmation of the border crossing declaration sent by e-mail either electronically or on paper. Those arriving by ship, bus, or car are obliged to fill in the traveller’s questionnaire when arriving from a high-risk country (marked in red). What are the rules if I go abroad from this country, and when I return from abroad?Information about entry conditions to other countries can be found on the website "Reisi Targalt". Estonian citizens, their family members and residents are allowed entry regardless of whether or not they show symptoms of the disease. Those returning to Estonia from COVID-19 risk countries will have the obligation to self-isolate for 10 days. People with no symptoms returning to Estonia from COVID-19 risk countries which are member states of the European Union, the European Economic Area, and the Schengen Area, can reduce their 10-day self-isolation period by taking two coronavirus tests, provided both results are negative. The first test must be taken immediately after arrival in Estonia. Until the test results are returned, the person must remain in self-isolation at their place of residence or permanent stay. Find out more: May I transit this country?As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restrictions. EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence. Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply. General measuresFor the latest official information about coronavirus in Estonia, please visit kriis.ee (in English, Estonian and Russian). Use of facemasksMasks must be worn indoors where COVID infection safety is not checked. For example, masks must be worn in shops, pharmacies, service points of telecommunication companies or banks, post offices, libraries, as well as in the service points of the Police and Border Guard Board, the Social Insurance Board, or the Health Insurance Fund, and elsewhere. The obligation to wear a mask does not apply to children under the age of 12 or if wearing a mask is not reasonable for health or other valid reasons. Find out more: Physical DistancingIndoors, people that do not belong to the same household should distance as much as possible from others to contain the spread of the virus. Indoor and outdoor meetings, public or private gatherings and eventsAll individuals (from the age of 18) must present a valid COVID certificate to participate in sport, training, youth work, hobby activities and education, refresher training and refresher courses; at sports competitions and sports and exercise events; in saunas, spas, water parks, and swimming pools; at public meetings and events, including in theatres and cinemas, at concerts and conferences; in museums and exhibition halls; for entertainment services; and for eating and drinking on site in catering establishments. All participants must also prove their infection safety when the activity or event takes place at the place where the service is provided, such as when renting a catering establishment or ordering a theatre performance. This applies both to indoor and outdoor activities and events, except for outdoor events that are not taking place an unlimited territory (i.e. not in a restricted outdoor area). Find out more: Safety measures for public transportationThe obligation to wear a face mask is in place. Children under the age of 12 do not have to wear a mask. Safety measures on public transportation Places of worship
Public religious services and rites with up to 50 participants may be held in places of worship. It is not required to verify the infection safety of the people attending religious services; however, regardless of the number of participants, a mask must be worn indoors, requirement for dispersal must be taken into account, and the place of worship must comply with disinfection requirements and other measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Find out more: QuarantinePeople who have been diagnosed with COVID-19 infection are not allowed to leave their place of residence from their diagnoses until they have been declared recovered. This also applies to the residents of shelters and safe houses who have to stay in quarantine there. People who live together with a COVID-19 patient or have come in close contact with one must stay in self-isolation for 10 days and may have limited movement outside their place of residence only if they are asymptomatic. It is allowed to leave your home in order to obtain essential goods if it cannot be done in any other way, and provided that the guidelines of the Health Board are followed to stop the possible spread of the virus. Self-isolation does not apply to close contacts who have suffered from COVID-19 infection within the past 180 days and who have been declared healthy by a physician, or to those who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (validity one year since the last dose). From 1 September, fully vaccinated, asymptomatic school staff and students do not need to be quarantined after having been in close contact with a person diagnosed with COVID-19. In the event of close contact at an educational institution, unvaccinated students between the ages of 12 and 18 or students who turn 19 during the school year, beginning this September, must first undergo a rapid test followed by a PCR test no earlier than 72 hours after taking the rapid test. There is no need to quarantine if the tests are negative. If an unvaccinated student comes into close contact with a person diagnosed with COVID-19 outside a general education or vocational school, the student must remain in self-isolation as usual, regardless of age. Everyone, including those who have been vaccinated, who develop signs of illness must stay at home and contact their family doctor. Non-essential (other than medicine and food) shopsShops and service points are open provided that social distancing is ensured. It is compulsory to wear a mask in stores and service facilities, disinfectants must be available and disinfection requirements must be fulfilled according to the instructions of the Health Board, and the requirement to disperse people must also be followed. Tourist accommodationsTourist accommodations are open to visitors, with precaution measures in order to ensure people's safety. Catering establishmentsAll customers in catering establishments must present a COVID certificate proving vaccination, recovery or a prior negative test result. It is not necessary to present a certificate for buying food as takeaway, but a mask must be worn. Consuming on the spot is allowed only if checking the COVID-19 certificates is ensured, and this applies even if the catering establishment is rented out, e.g. for birthdays, company parties or other private events. It is not necessary to present the certificate to buy food as takeaway or provide delivery services but in that case a mask must be worn. Cinemas, museums and indoor attractions
All individuals participating in public meetings and events, including conferences, cinema showings, provision of entertainment services, museums and exhibitions must present a COVID certificate proving vaccination, recovery or a prior negative test result. The infection risk status of all participants must also be checked if the activity or event takes place at the location of service provision, e.g. if a gallery space or a museum hall is rented out for a private event. Upon effective control of COVID certificates, up to 6000 people can participate indoors and up to 12000 people outdoors. Find out more: Personal care services
All individuals must present a COVID certificate proving vaccination, recovery or a prior negative test result to take part in activities and events in a restricted outdoor area. These limits apply to public meetings and events, including sports and training facilities, saunas, spas, pools, water parks and swimming facilities. Outdoors areas and beaches
Health protocols for tourism services and touristsInformation published by the Health Board are available at: Health protocols for tourism National website with coronavirus-related information for TOURISMTravelling and border crossing ________________________________________________________________________________________ 08.09.2021 What are the rules to enter this country from an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?All passengers arriving by plane (including children for whom the data is provided by their parents) must fill in the traveller’s questionnaire before arrival. You can do this up to three days before arriving in Estonia. The border guard or the airline may ask for confirmation of the border crossing declaration sent by e-mail either electronically or on paper. Those arriving by ship, bus, or car are obliged to fill in the traveller’s questionnaire when arriving from a high-risk country (marked in red). Entering this country with the EU Digital COVID certificateProvisional information subject to further revision and confirmation from National Authorities Estonia is expected to start accepting "EU Digital COVID certificates" (EUDCC) from 1 July 2021. Holders of EUDCC will be allowed to enter Estonia, without being subject to further restrictions (testing or quarantine), at the condition that their certificate contains either:
Travellers from risk-countries may enter the country with proof of a negative test result. Entering this country without the EU Digital COVID certificate or with a certificate not compliant with national requirementsEstonia adopts its own national classification of risk areas, hence travel restrictions for Estonia are not based on the common "EU Traffic Lights" map. All travellers from risk or high-risk countries are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. For high-risk countries also a second test after entry and a 10 quarantine is required. The quarantine period can be shortened after a negative test result for the second test on day 6. Special rules apply to children.
Find out more: Documents you need to travel in Europe What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?Travel to Estonia from outside the European Union, the European Economic Area or the Schengen area is possible for non-vaccinated people, including for tourism, only from the countries listed in Annex 1 of the recommendation of the Council of the European Union on the gradual lifting of the temporary restrictions on non-essential travel into the EU. An updated list of countries for which entry to Estonia is subject to limitations is available on the Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs website. Testing (before and after entry) and a 10-day quarantine period is mandatory for passengers arriving from a country on the list with an infection rate above 200 cases per 100.000 inhabitants in the last 14 days. When arriving from third countries that are not listed in Annex I, mandatory testing (before and after entry) and a 10-day quarantine period is always required. The quarantine period can be shortened after a negative test result for the second test on day 6. Special rules for children apply.
All passengers arriving by plane (including children for whom the data is provided by their parents) must fill in the traveller’s questionnaire before arrival. You can do this up to three days before arriving in Estonia. The border guard or the airline may ask for confirmation of the border crossing declaration sent by e-mail either electronically or on paper. Those arriving by ship, bus, or car are obliged to fill in the traveller’s questionnaire when arriving from a high-risk country (marked in red). May I transit this country?Yes As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restrictions. EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence. Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply. General measuresFor the latest official information about coronavirus in Estonia, please visit kriis.ee (in English, Estonian and Russian). Use of facemasksMasks must be worn indoors where COVID infection safety is not checked. For example, masks must be worn in shops, pharmacies, service points of telecommunication companies or banks, post offices, libraries, as well as in the service points of the Police and Border Guard Board, the Social Insurance Board, or the Health Insurance Fund, and elsewhere. The obligation to wear a mask does not apply to children under the age of 12 or if wearing a mask is not reasonable for health or other valid reasons. Find out more: Physical DistancingIndoors, people that do not belong to the same household should distance as much as possible from others to contain the spread of the virus. Indoor and outdoor meetings, public or private gatherings and eventsAll individuals (from the age of 18) must present a valid COVID certificate to participate in sport, training, youth work, hobby activities and education, refresher training and refresher courses; at sports competitions and sports and exercise events; in saunas, spas, water parks, and swimming pools; at public meetings and events, including in theatres and cinemas, at concerts and conferences; in museums and exhibition halls; for entertainment services; and for eating and drinking on site in catering establishments. All participants must also prove their infection safety when the activity or event takes place at the place where the service is provided, such as when renting a catering establishment or ordering a theatre performance. This applies both to indoor and outdoor activities and events, except for outdoor events that are not taking place an unlimited territory (i.e. not in a restricted outdoor area). Find out more: Safety measures for public transportationThe obligation to wear a face mask is in place. Children under the age of 12 do not have to wear a mask. Safety measures on public transportation Places of worship
Public religious services and rites with up to 50 participants may be held in places of worship. It is not required to verify the infection safety of the people attending religious services; however, regardless of the number of participants, a mask must be worn indoors, requirement for dispersal must be taken into account, and the place of worship must comply with disinfection requirements and other measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Find out more: QuarantinePeople who have been diagnosed with COVID-19 infection are not allowed to leave their place of residence from their diagnoses until they have been declared recovered. This also applies to the residents of shelters and safe houses who have to stay in quarantine there. People who live together with a COVID-19 patient or have come in close contact with one must stay in self-isolation for 10 days and may have limited movement outside their place of residence only if they are asymptomatic. It is allowed to leave your home in order to obtain essential goods if it cannot be done in any other way, and provided that the guidelines of the Health Board are followed to stop the possible spread of the virus. Self-isolation does not apply to close contacts who have suffered from COVID-19 infection within the past 180 days and who have been declared healthy by a physician, or to those who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (validity one year since the last dose). From 1 September, fully vaccinated, asymptomatic school staff and students do not need to be quarantined after having been in close contact with a person diagnosed with COVID-19. In the event of close contact at an educational institution, unvaccinated students between the ages of 12 and 18 or students who turn 19 during the school year, beginning this September, must first undergo a rapid test followed by a PCR test no earlier than 72 hours after taking the rapid test. There is no need to quarantine if the tests are negative. If an unvaccinated student comes into close contact with a person diagnosed with COVID-19 outside a general education or vocational school, the student must remain in self-isolation as usual, regardless of age. Everyone, including those who have been vaccinated, who develop signs of illness must stay at home and contact their family doctor. Non-essential (other than medicine and food) shopsShops and service points are open provided that social distancing is ensured. It is compulsory to wear a mask in stores and service facilities, disinfectants must be available and disinfection requirements must be fulfilled according to the instructions of the Health Board, and the requirement to disperse people must also be followed. Tourist accommodationsTourist accommodations are open to visitors, with precaution measures in order to ensure people's safety. Catering establishmentsAll customers in catering establishments must present a COVID certificate proving vaccination, recovery or a prior negative test result. It is not necessary to present a certificate for buying food as takeaway, but a mask must be worn. Consuming on the spot is allowed only if checking the COVID-19 certificates is ensured, and this applies even if the catering establishment is rented out, e.g. for birthdays, company parties or other private events. It is not necessary to present the certificate to buy food as takeaway or provide delivery services but in that case a mask must be worn. Cinemas, museums and indoor attractions
All individuals participating in public meetings and events, including conferences, cinema showings, provision of entertainment services, museums and exhibitions must present a COVID certificate proving vaccination, recovery or a prior negative test result. The infection risk status of all participants must also be checked if the activity or event takes place at the location of service provision, e.g. if a gallery space or a museum hall is rented out for a private event. Upon effective control of COVID certificates, up to 6000 people can participate indoors and up to 12000 people outdoors. Find out more: Personal care services
All individuals must present a COVID certificate proving vaccination, recovery or a prior negative test result to take part in activities and events in a restricted outdoor area. These limits apply to public meetings and events, including sports and training facilities, saunas, spas, pools, water parks and swimming facilities. Outdoors areas and beaches
Health protocols for tourism services and touristsInformation published by the Health Board are available at: Health protocols for tourism Information on Tourism at National levelNational website with coronavirus-related information for TOURISMTravelling and border crossing Useful Info for touristsBefore starting your journey, please check visa requirements for your destination at: The Schengen visa More info _______________________________________________________________________________ 22.07.2021 What are the rules to enter this country from an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?All passengers arriving by plane (including children for whom the data is provided by their parents) must fill in the traveller’s questionnaire before arrival. You can do this up to three days before arriving in Estonia. The border guard or the airline may ask for confirmation of the border crossing declaration sent by e-mail either electronically or on paper. Those arriving by ship, bus, or car are obliged to fill in the traveller’s questionnaire when arriving from a high-risk country (marked in red). Entering this country with the EU Digital COVID certificateProvisional information subject to further revision and confirmation from National Authorities Estonia is expected to start accepting "EU Digital COVID certificates" (EUDCC) from 1 July 2021. Holders of EUDCC will be allowed to enter Estonia, without being subject to further restrictions (testing or quarantine), at the condition that their certificate contains either:
Travellers from risk-countries may enter the country with proof of a negative test result. Entering this country without the EU Digital COVID certificate or with a certificate not compliant with national requirementsEstonia adopts its own national classification of risk areas, hence travel restrictions for Estonia are not based on the common "EU Traffic Lights" map. All travellers from risk or high-risk countries are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. For high-risk countries also a second test after entry and a 10 quarantine is required. The quarantine period can be shortened after a negative test result for the second test on day 6. Special rules apply to children.
Find out more: Documents you need to travel in Europe What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?Travel to Estonia from outside the European Union, the European Economic Area or the Schengen area is possible for non-vaccinated people, including for tourism, only from the countries listed in Annex 1 of the recommendation of the Council of the European Union on the gradual lifting of the temporary restrictions on non-essential travel into the EU. An updated list of countries for which entry to Estonia is subject to limitations is available on the Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs website. Testing (before and after entry) and a 10-day quarantine period is mandatory for passengers arriving from a country on the list with an infection rate above 200 cases per 100.000 inhabitants in the last 14 days. When arriving from third countries that are not listed in Annex I, mandatory testing (before and after entry) and a 10-day quarantine period is always required. The quarantine period can be shortened after a negative test result for the second test on day 6. Special rules for children apply.
All passengers arriving by plane (including children for whom the data is provided by their parents) must fill in the traveller’s questionnaire before arrival. You can do this up to three days before arriving in Estonia. The border guard or the airline may ask for confirmation of the border crossing declaration sent by e-mail either electronically or on paper. Those arriving by ship, bus, or car are obliged to fill in the traveller’s questionnaire when arriving from a high-risk country (marked in red). May I transit this country?Yes As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restrictions. EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence. Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply. General measuresFor the latest official information about coronavirus in Estonia, please visit kriis.ee (in English, Estonian and Russian) Use of facemasksWearing a mask is recommended indoors. Find out more: Physical DistancingIndoors, people that do not belong to the same household should distance as much as possible from others to contain the spread of the virus. Indoor and outdoor meetings, public or private gatherings and eventsA maximum of 1000 people is allowed to attend events indoors, subject to dispersal and the need for social distancing. A maximum of 5000 people is allowed to take part in events in a restricted outdoor area. Find out more: Information on Tourism at National levelNational website with coronavirus-related information for TOURISMTravelling and border crossing Useful Info for touristsBefore starting your journey, please check visa requirements for your destination at: The Schengen visa More info EU Digital COVID Certificates
Information on "EU Digital COVID Certificates" issued in Estonia _________ The EU Digital COVID Certificate Regulation entered into force on 01 July 2021. EU citizens and residents will now be able to have their Digital COVID Certificates issued and verified across the EU. National authorities are in charge of issuing the certificate. The certificate provides a standardised recognition of the holder's status related to vaccination, recovery from Covid-19, or test result. Despite the European Digital COVID Certificate, each country continues to be responsible for the definition of its own entry requirements and rules, which are not standardised at the EU level. This means that what is required to enter upon presentation of this certificate, depends on the measures and entry rules in place at your destination. Find out more: Information on the "EU Digital COVID Certificate" Further information: https://reopen.europa.eu/en/map/EST/7011 ______________________________________________________________________ 17.06.2021 What are the rules to enter this country from an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?Entering this country with the EU Digital COVID certificateInformation not yet available. Entering this country without the EU Digital COVID certificate or with a certificate not compliant with national requirementsEstonia adopts its own national classification of risk areas, hence travel restrictions for Estonia are not based on the common "EU Traffic Lights" map. Is a coronavirus test required? All travellers from high-risk countries are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. Those who have not taken the test up to 72 hours before arriving in Estonia can take the first test in Estonia immediately after arriving in the country, and the second test no earlier than 6 days after the first test. An updated list of risk countries is published by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs every Friday and comes into force on Monday of the following week.
Is a quarantine required? All travellers from high-risk countries must complete a 10-day mandatory quarantine. The quarantine period may be shortened by taking a second RT-PCR test no less than 6 days after the first test. If the result of both tests is negative, the period of quarantine can end.
Find out more: What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?Based on the recommendation of the Council of the European Union, Estonia allows entry to residents of the following countries outside the European Union:
(*) A 10-day restriction on freedom of movement is mandatory From 15 January, arrivals from the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland will have an isolation period of 10 days and testing obligation. After the first negative test result, they are not allowed to perform unavoidable work duties. However, they are allowed to participate in an unavoidable family event. Children under the age of 12 are exempt from testing. An updated list of countries for which entry to Estonia is subject to limitations is available on the Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs website. May I transit this country?YES As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction. EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence. Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply. General measuresFor the latest official information about coronavirus in Estonia, please visit kriis.ee (in English, Estonian and Russian) Use of facemasksWearing a mask is recommended indoors. Find out more: Physical DistancingA requirement to stay dispersed is in place indoors. The requirement for dispersal mandates that strangers must be kept at a reasonable distance for the purpose of containing the spread of the virus. The above-mentioned restrictons are not valid for members of the same family. Indoor and outdoor meetings, public or private gatherings and eventsFrom 11 June, a maximum of 600 people will be allowed to attend events indoors, subject to dispersal and a 50% occupancy requirement. A maximum of 1000 people are allowed to take part in events in a restricted outdoor area (this includes for example public events, saunas and spas, sports events, museums, churches etc). Find out more: Information on Tourism at National levelNational website with coronavirus-related information for TOURISMTravelling and border crossing EU Digital COVID Certificates
Information on "EU Digital COVID Certificates" issued in Estonia _________ The EU Digital COVID Certificate (available from 1 July 2021) provides proof that a person has either:
When travelling, holders of the EU Digital COVID Certificate will have the same rights as citizens of the visited Member State who have been vaccinated, tested or recovered. The certificate provides a standardised recognition of the holder's status related to vaccination, recovery from COVID or test result. Each country continues to be responsible for the definition of its own entry requirements and rules, which are not standardised at the EU level. This means that what you will be eligible for, upon presentation of this certificate, depends on the measures and entry rules in place at your country of destination. How does it work:
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04.05.2021 From an EU Member State or Schengen Associated Country, may I enter this country without being subject to extraordinary restrictions?PARTIALLY Estonia adopts its own national classification of risk areas, hence travel restrictions for Estonia are not based on the common "EU Traffic Lights" map. Is a coronavirus test required? All travellers from high-risk countries are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. Those who have not taken the test up to 72 hours before arriving in Estonia can take the first test in Estonia immediately after arriving in the country, and the second test no earlier than 6 days after the first test. An updated list of risk countries is published by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs every Friday and comes into force on Monday of the following week. Provisions for vaccinated people Is a quarantine required? All travellers from high-risk countries must complete a 10-day mandatory quarantine. The quarantine period may be shortened by taking a second RT-PCR test no less than 6 days after the first test. If the result of both tests is negative, the period of quarantine can end. Provisions for vaccinated people Find out more: What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?Based on the recommendation of the Council of the European Union, Estonia allows entry to residents of the following countries outside the European Union:
(*) A 10-day restriction on freedom of movement is mandatory From 15 January, arrivals from the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland will have an isolation period of 10 days and testing obligation. After the first negative test result, they are not allowed to perform unavoidable work duties. However, they are allowed to participate in an unavoidable family event. Children under the age of 12 are exempt from testing. An updated list of countries for which entry to Estonia is subject to limitations is available on the Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs website. General measuresFor the latest official information about coronavirus in Estonia, please visit kriis.ee (in English, Estonian and Russian) Use of facemasksThe requirement to wear a mask or cover the nose and mouth is in force in public indoor spaces, including in public transportation and service facilities (except for children under the age of 12 or if wearing a mask is not possible due to health considerations, special need, the nature of the work or activity or some other substantial reason). Find out more: Physical DistancingThe 2+2 rule is in place in service halls and public areas of commercial enterprises, meaning that no more than two people may move together and at a distance of at least two metres. A 2-metres distance is also required between groups of people in catering and entertainment establishments, with a maximum of 10 people per group (the 10+2 rule). The above-mentioned restrictons are not valid for members of the same family. Source: https://reopen.europa.eu/en/map/EST/7001
31.03.2021 From an EU Member State or Schengen Associated Country, may I enter this country without being subject to extraordinary restrictions?PARTIALLY Estonia adopts its own national classification of risk areas, hence travel restrictions for Estonia are not based on the common "EU Traffic Lights" map. Is a coronavirus test required? All travellers from high-risk countries are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative PCR test. Those who have not taken the test up to 72 hours before arriving in Estonia can take the first test in Estonia immediately after arriving in the country, and the second test no earlier than 6 days after the first test. An updated list of risk countries is published by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs every Friday and comes into force on Monday of the following week.
Is a quarantine required? All travellers from high-risk countries must complete a 10-day mandatory quarantine. The quarantine period may be shortened by taking a second RT-PCR test no less than 6 days after the first test. If the result of both tests is negative, the period of quarantine can end.
Find out more: Documents you need to travel in Europe What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?Based on the recommendation of the Council of the European Union, Estonia allows entry to residents of the following countries outside the European Union:
(*) A 10-day restriction on freedom of movement is mandatory From 15 January, arrivals from the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland will have an isolation period of 10 days and testing obligation. After the first negative test result, they are not allowed to perform unavoidable work duties. However, they are allowed to participate in an unavoidable family event. Children under the age of 12 are exempt from testing. An updated list of countries for which entry to Estonia is subject to limitations is available on the Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs website. May I transit this country?YES As a general rule, passengers in transit in the EU+ area are exempted from temporary travel restriction. EU citizens entering the EU from a third country, as well as their family members, irrespective of their nationality, are exempted from the travel restrictions regardless of whether or not they are returning to their country of nationality or residence. Passengers travelling from a non-EU country to another non-EU country may transit through the international transit area of airports located in the Schengen area. Rules regarding airport transit visa requirements continue to apply. May I enter this country by road transport?YES May I enter this country by train?YES May I enter this country by sea transport?YES General measuresFor the latest official information about coronavirus in Estonia, please visit kriis.ee (in English, Estonian and Russian) Health cover for temporary stays Use of facemasksThe requirement to wear a mask or cover the nose and mouth is in force in public indoor spaces, including in public transportation and service facilities (except for children under the age of 12 or if wearing a mask is not possible due to health considerations, special need, the nature of the work or activity or some other substantial reason). Find out more: Physical DistancingAs of 16.11.2020, the 2+2 rule is in place in service halls and public areas of commercial enterprises, meaning that no more than two people may move together and at a distance of at least two metres. A 2-metres distance is also required between groups of people in catering and entertainment establishments, with a maximum of 10 people per group (the 10+2 rule). The above-mentioned restrictons are not valid for members of the same family. Source: https://reopen.europa.eu/en/map/EST/7001
25.01.2021 From an EU Member State or Schengen Associated Country, may I enter this country without being subject to extraordinary restrictions?Partially Estonia adopts its own national classification of risk areas, hence travel restrictions for Estonia are not based on the common "EU Traffic Lights" map. Citizens and residents of EU Member States and Schengen Associated countries, and their family members, are allowed to enter Estonia without restrictions, provided that they show no COVID-19 symptoms and that the incidence rate of COVID-19 in their country of origin does not exceed 150 cases per 100,000 inhabitants in the last 14 days. If the infection rate is higher, mandatory 10-day isolation or a double testing procedure applies. Travellers who do not want to stay in self-isolation for ten days after arriving in Estonia must perform a PCR test up to 72 hours before arrival in the country. While staying in Estonia, it is then possible to take a second test no earlier than on the sixth day after the first test taken abroad. A person is released from the 10-day isolation obligation if the results of both tests are negative. Those who have not taken the test up to 72 hours before arriving in Estonia have the option to take the first test in Estonia immediately after arriving in the country, and the second test no earlier than six days after the first test. The 10-day isolation may be ended if the results of both tests are negative. An updated list of risk countries is published by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs every Friday and comes into force on Monday of the following week. Find out more: Documents you need to travel in Europe What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?Based on the recommendation of the Council of the European Union, Estonia allows entry to residents of the following countries outside the European Union:
(*) A 10-day restriction on freedom of movement is mandatory From 15 January, arrivals from the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland will have an isolation period of 10 days and testing obligation. After the first negative test result, they are not allowed to perform unavoidable work duties. However, they are allowed to participate in an unavoidable family event. Children under the age of 12 are exempt from testing. An updated list of countries for which entry to Estonia is subject to limitations is available on the Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs website. May I transit this country?Partially Foreigners can use Estonia as a transport corridor to return to their home country if they have no signs of infection. General measuresFor the latest official information about coronavirus in Estonia, please visit kriis.ee (in English, Estonian and Russian) Health cover for temporary stays Use of facemasksAs of 24.11.2020, the obligation to wear a mask or cover the nose and mouth is valid in all public areas throughout the whole Estonia. Wearing a mask or a similar means that cover nose and mouth is mandatory indoors, for example on public transport, in the service halls and public areas of commercial enterprises and at conferences, concerts, theatres, and cinemas. An exception to this obligation is in place in case of people who, for medical reasons, are not in the condition to wear a mask (for example asthmatics) and in case of children under the age of 12. Other justified situations are also possible (for example, in a private vehicle if there are no other passengers). To know more: Physical DistancingAs of 16.11.2020, the 2+2 rule is in place in service halls and public areas of commercial enterprises, meaning that no more than two people may move together and at a distance of at least two metres. A 2-metres distance is also required between groups of people in catering and entertainment establishments, with a maximum of 10 people per group (the 10+2 rule). The above-mentioned restrictons are not valid for members of the same family.
14.12.2020 From an EU Member State or Schengen Associated Country, may I enter this country without being subject to extraordinary restrictions?
Entry restrictionsCitizens and residents of EU Member States + Schengen Associated countries and their family members are allowed to enter Estonia without restrictions, provided that they show no COVID-19 symptoms and that the incidence rate of COVID-19 in their country of origin has not exceeded 25 cases per 100,000 inhabitants in the last 14 days. If the infection rate is between 25 and 50, but and in any case not higher than that of Estonia, the person is not required to self-isolate. If the infection rate is between 25 and 50 and also higher than that of Estonia, a mandatory 10-days isolation applies or altenatively a double testing procedure is applied. This means that it is required to be tested for COVID-19 upon arrival and to remain in auto-isolation until the test result is ready. In case of a negative test result, a 7-days limited self-isolation applies, i.e. the person can do the necessary activities such as work-related ones, but unnecessary contacts have to be avoided. A second test must be performed not earlier than 7 days after the result of the first test and in case of a negative result, the auto-isolation period expires. An updated list of risk countries is published by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs every Friday and comes into force on Monday of the following week. Restrictions on the freedom of movement do not apply to asymptomatic persons who have been in Lithuania, Latvia or Finland in the past 14 days and who arrive in Estonia directly from these countries, provided that they present the proof of a negative COVID-19 test carried out no more than 48 hours before the entry. Asymptomatic people arriving from these countries for the purpose of working, studying or receiving health services, or for family reasons or transit, are not subject to any restrictions. May I transit this country?
Foreigners can use Estonia as a transport corridor to return to their home country if they have no signs of infection. What are the rules to enter this country from outside an EU Member State or Schengen Associated country?Based on the recommendation of the Council of the European Union, Estonia allows entry to residents of the following countries outside the European Union: Australia (*) A 10-days restriction on freedom of movement is mandatory An updated list of countries for which entry to Estonia is subject to limitations is available on the Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs website. Mandatory Travel DocumentationNo additional documentation required. Find out more:Information on countries and restriction on freedom of movement requirements for passengers Documents you need to travel in Europe
28.08.2020 Travelling to Estonia An updated list of countries for which entry to Estonia is subject to limitations is available on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website. Travelling from Estonia or returning to Estonia Rules and Exceptions Restriction on freedom of movement means that the concerned individuals are obliged to refrain from unnecessary contacts for 14 days from their arrival in Estonia and are allowed to leave their place of residence or accommodation only for medical visits, shopping for food, essentials and medicines, and for emergencies. A two-week restriction on freedom of movement is mandatory for everyone showing symptoms. Starting from 1 September, the restriction on the freedom of movement can be replaced by a COVID-19 test, except in cases where the traveller arrives in Estonia for work or studies from a third country that is not included on the common EU list. In case of a negative test result, the restriction on the freedom of movement still applies for the first seven days. All restrictions are removed after a second test, performed not earlier than 7 days after the first one, also provides a negative result. Residents of Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, New Zealand, Rwanda, South Korea, Thailand, Tunisia and Uruguay are allowed to enter Estonia, if they show no symptoms. Mandatory Travel Documentation Find out more: |
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17.09.2020 Information on countries and restriction on freedom of movement requirements for passengersTravelling to Estonia is possible for the following persons
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Number of new infections per 100 000 inhabitants in the last 14 days (as of 18.09.2020) (applied in determining the necessity of a restriction on freedom of movement, if a person travels to Estonia during 21.09-27.09.2020)
**On 11 September, the Government of Estonia raised the infection rate of Finland, Latvia and Lithuania to 25, and if the rate exceeds this limit, anyone arriving from these countries must self-isolate for 14 days. The raised infection rate limit entered into force on 14 September. Countries outside the European UnionAdditionally, based on the recommendation of the Council of the European Union, Estonia will open its border to 11 countries outside the European Union that have a low infection rate.
* A two-week restriction on freedom of movement is mandatory The data is gathered from ECDC, WHO, Johns Hopkins University and countries' official data. An exception to mandatory restriction of freedom of movement applies on entry to Estonia for the following individuals who show no symptoms:
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14.04.2020 Border traffic Currently all border crossing points are open. Entry is allowed for vehicles of international carriage of goods (including food and medical supplies) as well as for providers of vital services, e.g. suppliers of fuel. Estonia is allowing the transit of foreign nationals on their way to their home countries, provided that they are not having symptoms of the COVID-19 virus. The Government of Estonia has not imposed a ban on exiting the country. The temporary restrictions on crossing the state border will remain in effect until the relevant ATA Carnet Estonia follows the common European Union rules and has not implemented any additional Health security procedures All the border crossing points are equipped with disinfection materials. Border controls include More detailed information Tax and Customs Board: https://www.emta.ee/eng/offices |
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Temporary reintroduction of border controls (15.03.2020) The government decided to reintroduce border controls temporarily on all state borders to stop the spread of coronavirus. From 17 March onwards, only Estonian citizens and residents can enter the country, including people with the temporary residence permit or right of residence. Start date: 17.03.2020 End date: not available Further information: https://vm.ee/en/coronavirus-2019-ncov Quarantine for 14 days for everyone coming into the country (16.03.2020) Estonia has ordered a 14-day restriction of movement for people arriving in Estonia from abroad. From the day of arrival in Estonia it is prohibited for the person to leave home or place of stay during 14 days. Within the two weeks after arrival in Estonia the person can leave home or place of stay only at the request of medical worker or police or in case of an emergency that is threatening the person’s life or health. Start date: 16.03.2020 End date: not available Further information: https://vm.ee/en/coronavirus-2019-ncov |
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07.03.2022 Update on key border crossing points: Belarus, Estonia and LatviaBY - EE - LV - UA Following closure, due to the ongoing Ukraine crisis, of border crossing points between Ukraine and Russia, and between Ukraine and Belarus, many transport operators have had to change itineraries and find alternative routes. This has increased traffic and put even more pressure on already congested border crossing points in the region. _____________________________________________________________________________________ 18.06.2020 As of 1 June, the Estonian borders have been reopened for people arriving from European countries. Concerning arrivals in Estonia, no self-isolation at home is required if people: · arrive from a EU Member State, a Schengen country or the UK, · show no symptoms, · have stayed in one of the countries mentioned above, where the infection rate has been below 15 persons per 100.000 inhabitants during the past 14 days. More information can be found on the Government website (Estonian, English and Russian) Source: ERAA
15.05.2020 Baltic states (Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania) have decided that free movement between the three Baltic states will be restored on 15 May for residents of Estonia, Lithuania, and Latvia, and for people staying there legally, provided that they show no symptoms of coronavirus (COVID-19) (more information here). From 14 May, new border crossing procedures come into force between Estonia and Finland. Those with a Finnish citizenship, residence permit, or whose permanent residence is in Finland, according to the population register, can now come to Estonia more frequently for work or studies or for family reasons without being required to stay in isolation, provided that they have no symptoms of the virus (more information here). A special website has been created to share all information on the emergency situation in Estonia. Information is available in Estonian, English, and Russian. Source: ERAA
18.03.2020 The government has decided to restrict the crossing of the Schengen internal and external border temporarily, and to reintroduce border controls in order to contain the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Only citizens of Estonia and holders of Estonian residency permits (or rights of residence) can enter Estonia, as well as foreign citizens with family members living in the country. International road freight is exempt. Foreigners are allowed to transit Estonia if travelling to their home country as long as they are not showing symptoms of COVID-19. At the border control, travel documents and medical symptoms will be checked. There are no restrictions for exiting the country. The border control was reintroduced on 17 March 2020. The temporary restriction of border crossing will be in force until further notice, and the situation will be reviewed every two weeks. Source:ERAA |