Russia travel restrictions, quarantine and entry requirements in 2023

For entry into Russia

International travel to Russia is permitted. It is necessary to comply with requirements to ensure entry is allowed.

Test/medical certificate required

Proof of a negative PCR test, taken within the previous 48 hours, must be provided on arrival. Test certificates must be in English or Russian.
Those arriving without a valid test certificate must undergo a PCR test within 48 hours of arrival and self-isolate until a negative result is confirmed.
Citizens are exempt from this requirement.

Testing on arrival

All travelers are subject to randomized COVID-19 testing on arrival.

Other medical measures

All passengers are subject to health screening on arrival, such as temperature checks and visual assessment. Further health testing may be required for those displaying symptoms of COVID-19.

Additional documents required

All foreign travelers must complete a 'travel form' before arrival. This will be provided on their flight to Russia.
For more details Foreign Travel Advice, United Kingdom

Government measures

In addition to safety guidelines, preventative health measures such as frequent hand washing and social distancing are encouraged to combat further outbreaks. In some regions, proof of a recent negative PCR test, recovery, or vaccination with QR codes may still be required to enter some establishments. We recommend keeping up-to-date with official guidelines throughout your trip.

Use of masks

Face masks are recommended but should not replace other safety measures such as social distancing.

Public transport

Public transportation is operating as usual.

Restaurants

Restaurants are mostly open as usual. In some regions, proof of a recent negative PCR test, recovery, or vaccination with QR codes may still be required.

Bars

Bars are mostly open as usual. In some regions, proof of a recent negative PCR test, recovery, or vaccination with QR codes may still be required.

Nightclubs

Nightclubs are mostly open as usual. In some regions, proof of a recent negative PCR test, recovery, or vaccination with QR codes may still be required.

Shops

Shops and services are open with adapted safety measures in place, such as the use of hand sanitizer and social distancing.

On return

Vaccination required

Travelers are required to present a valid international certificate for full vaccination against COVID-19 with the use of an approved vaccine.
The final dose must have been administered at least 14 days before departure. Certificates must be in English or in Chinese.
Those who have recently recovered from COVID-19 and received one dose of vaccination, at least 14 days before departure, are also considered fully vaccinated.
There are exemptions for non-vaccinated citizens and residents.
Full details can be found at https://www.coronavirus.gov.hk/eng/inbound-travel.html

Test/medical certificate required

Proof of a negative rapid antigen test, taken within the previous 24 hours, must be provided on departure.
Test certificates must be in English or Chinese.

Testing on arrival

A nucleic acid test will be administered upon arrival and apart from the transfer from the airport, proof of a negative test result is required to leave the place of residence.

Additional test requirements

Daily rapid antigen testing is required for the first 5 days after arrival. Additionally, travelers must undergo a PCR test on day 2.
Daily antigen results can be reported via the 'Electronic COVID-19 monitoring & surveillance system' (eCMSS). Instructions can be found at https://www.coronavirus.gov.hk/pdf/eCMSSLogin.pdf