Frequently asked questions about the situation at Finland’s eastern border
Finland’s eastern border is closed. This page contains answers to frequently asked questions about the closing of the eastern border of Finland.
Closing of Finland’s eastern border
The Government has decided to close Finland’s eastern border.
Will I still get my residence permit card delivered to Russia?
Residence permit cards are delivered to Russia using a diplomatic courier of the Ministry for Foreign Affairs. As long as these diplomatic couriers can enter Russia, residence permit cards can be delivered to Russia. However, there may be delays in the delivery of residence permit cards.
I am in Russia and my residence permit card has been sent to Finland. How can I collect my residence permit card?
You can ask someone else to collect the card for you. To collect your card, he or she must show the arrival notification sent by DB Schenker and your customer number. For more information about delivery of residence permit cards, see the page Residence permit card.
Can I still travel to Russia from Finland?
The Finnish Border Guard is responsible for controlling the borders of Finland. You can follow the situation at the eastern border on the website of the Border Guard (raja.fi).
I have a residence permit card. Can I travel to Finland from Russia?
The Finnish Border Guard is responsible for controlling the borders of Finland. You can follow the situation at the eastern border on the website of the Border Guard (raja.fi)
