Travel Restrictions Entering Russia from Canada for Vaccinated Travelers
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Summary
Entry restricted for international travelers
Mandatory COVID-19 Test
Mandatory Masks
Possible Health Assessment
1x Mandatory Documents
The information on this page is applicable to people who are fully vaccinated and traveling from Canada to Russia.
View restrictions for unvaccinated travelersGovernments may change their policies with little notice. We recommend checking in regularly and verifying requirements with the linked sources before making travel plans.
Border Status
Entry restricted for international travelers
Most travelers are not allowed to enter Russia.
Entry restrictions do not apply to:
- Russian citizens;
- Permanent residents;
- Diplomats and their family members;
- Foreign nationals who are family members of Russian citizens;
- Travelers seeking medical treatment;
- Travelers seeking to care for relatives.
Please check the source for additional exemptions and details.
Visas
Before You Leave
Proof of negative pre-departure COVID-19 test results
Travelers from selected countries must have a negative COVID-19 PCR test result. The test must be taken a maximum of 48 hours before arrival in Russia. The test result must be in English or Russian (a notarized translation to Russian is accepted). Travelers are also required to print and fill out the COVID-19 testing form.
This requirement does not apply to:
- Russian Federation nationals.
- A Pcr Test Up To 48 hours Before Arrival
Mandatory health declaration form for Russian citizens
Russian citizens returning to Russia are required to complete an online health declaration form. This can be done when purchasing a ticket, but no later than check-in for the flight.
Mandatory medical insurance
Most travelers are required to obtain medical insurance before they commence their journey, regardless of the purpose of their visit.
The insurance policy must meet the following requirements:
- Cover the entire duration of the stay in Russia;
- Indicate the geographical area of coverage as worldwide, Russian Federation or Europe (Russia included);
- Contain the date, stamp, and signature of the insurer, the policy number, the full name of the person insured; the address and contact details of the insurer; the list of medical services and medical transport including repatriation.
For detailed information and recommendations of insurance providers, check the source.
This requirement does not apply to:
- Russian nationals.
Accommodation booking may be required
Travelers who are not eligible for visa-free travel to Russia are required to arrive with proof of accommodation reservation.
Mandatory travel declaration form
Travelers are required to complete a travel application form before arriving in Russia.
Travelers departing from Canadian airports require proof of vaccination
All travelers departing from Canada via air, rail, or cruise ships need to be fully vaccinated. This requirement applies to all travelers aged 12 years plus 4 months and older. This requirement applies to international and domestic departures.
Fully vaccinated travelers must have received a full course of vaccination with an accepted vaccine. The accepted 2 dose vaccines are:
- AstraZeneca/COVISHIELD (ChAdOx1-S, Vaxzevria, AZD1222);
- Bharat Biotech (Covaxin, BBV152 A, B, C);
- Medicago Covifenz;
- Novavax (NVX-COV2373, Nuvaxovid, Covovax);
- Moderna (mRNA-1273);
- Pfizer-BioNTech (Comirnaty, tozinameran, BNT162b2);
- Sinopharm BIBP (BBIBP-CorV);
- Sinovac (CoronaVac, PiCoVacc).
The accepted 1 dose vaccine is:
- Janssen/Johnson & Johnson.
Travelers that have received a combination of 2 accepted vaccines are considered fully vaccinated. Travelers must have received their last dose at least 14 days before arrival.
Travelers who fail to comply, refuse, or provide untruthful information on this measure, may be subject to a penalty or a fine.
For exemptions for travelers in the process of being vaccinated, travelers from remote communities, and more, please check the source.
On Arrival
Quarantine may be required
Travelers will be required to self-quarantine if they develop any symptoms of COVID-19 and test positive for COVID-19.
Local jurisdictions set their own rules regarding quarantine requirements for travelers arriving in the country. Check with local authorities for current requirements.
Health screening may be required on arrival
Travelers may be subject to temperature screening and randomly selected for additional COVID-19 PCR testing on arrival.
While There
Masks are mandatory in public
Travelers are required to wear masks in indoor public places such as on public transportation, shops and in crowded areas.
COVID-19 Risk Information
Data is sourced from Our World In Data, and risk levels are assessed and scored based on the CDC guidelines.
Local Guidelines
Use of mask
Public transportation
Restaurants
Bars
Nightclubs
Shops
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