Immigration News - COVID-19, Finland COVID-19: Travel restrictions for vaccinated travelers reduced Share this article LinkedIn Facebook X (Twitter) July 22, 2021 IMPACT – MEDIUM The Finnish government recently announced it would ease COVID-19 travel restrictions. Key Points: Beginning July 26, fully vaccinated travelers from any country who can prove they have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by the Finnish government will be allowed to enter the country. Travelers from EU or Schengen area countries who hold a certificate of recovery from COVID-19 may enter the country. Travelers who show proof of vaccination or recovery will not be subject to additional health protocols upon arrival. On July 19, officials lifted entry restrictions for Canadian citizens traveling to the country and reinstated restrictions for Israel citizens. More information on travel restrictions when entering and exiting Finland can be found here. Additional Information: Officials have increased operating hours at border crossings along the Finnish-Norwegian border from 12 hours a day to 24 hours a day. BAL Analysis: The response to the COVID-19 pandemic continues to develop, and BAL will provide additional updates as information becomes available. This alert has been provided by Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. For additional information, please contact berryapplemanleiden@bal.com. Copyright © 2021 Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. All rights reserved. Reprinting or digital redistribution to the public is permitted only with the express written permission of Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. For inquiries, please contact copyright@bal.com.