Finland Is Open For Tourism As Country Lifts All Entry Requirements

June 22, 2022June 29, 2022 London

Finland Is Open For Tourism As Country Lifts All Entry Requirements. The Finnish Interior Ministry has reported that all coronavirus entry requirements will be lifted on June 30^th for international travelers. Beginning June 30^th, travelers visiting Finland will no longer be required to show proof of a negative test, or vaccination status, or be subject to testing upon arrival. The decision comes after a recent extension of Covid restrictions, with the 30^th chosen as the end date. Finland was the last piece of the pie as neighbors Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania have already removed entry requirements.

Until June 30^th, only those entering Finland from non-Schengen EU countries or countries on the EU’s green list, Finnish citizens or foreign nationals, and those with essential reasons will be allowed to enter the country without restrictions. However, beginning June 30^th, travelers from all countries will be allowed to enter Finland without restriction.

Before the reported end date of June 30^th, any travelers not falling within the group mentioned previously are required to show either a vaccination certificate, a negative covid test taken within 72 hours of entry, or a certificate of recovery from Covid-19. The rules apply to all those born in 2006 or earlier and remain in effect until the end of the month.

According to the guidelines set forth by the Finnish government’s website, the general recommendation of using masks has been lifted. The wearing of masks is now up to each individual’s discretion, and the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare still recommends masks in indoor spaces and public transport. Restaurants must continue the practice of safe distancing and improved hygiene practices until June 30^th. However, beginning June 30^th, no restrictions will be placed on events, hotels, restaurants, or any other establishment. Finland Is Open For Tourism As Country Lifts All Entry Requirements.

More and more countries have been getting rid of Covid entry requirements as the coronavirus becomes less of a public concern. Finland’s decision to open its borders will add yet another country to this list of fully reopened countries. After the reopening of Finland’s borders, there will only be six countries in Europe that still have entry requirements for international travelers, including: