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    Can Russian citizens travel to Finland?

    The entry restrictions on Russian citizens and the passport rule from June 2026.

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    Short answer

    Only in limited cases. Under government resolutions from 2022 and 2023, non-essential travel by Russian citizens to Finland and through Finland to the rest of Schengen is restricted for the time being, and Finland has suspended tourist visa applications from Russian citizens. From 1 June 2026, non-biometric passports issued by Russia are not accepted, with some transition rules until 31 December 2026.

    Visas and Entry Regulations (Schengen)

    Why

    1. The Ministry for Foreign Affairs says non-essential travel by Russian citizens to Finland and through Finland to Schengen continues to be restricted.
    2. The Finnish Government announced that from 1 June 2026 Finland does not accept non-biometric passports issued by Russia.
    3. All land border crossing points between Finland and Russia have been closed since 15 December 2023.

    Details

    Exceptions exist, for example for family reasons, work, study or humanitarian grounds. During the transition, non-biometric passports with a valid Finnish visa issued before 1 June 2026 are still accepted.

    Tip

    Anyone with a Finnish residence permit or family ties should check the ministry's pages before travelling, as the rules are reviewed regularly.

    What may differ

    The restrictions concern Russian citizens. Dual citizens with an EU passport travel on that passport under EU rules.

    Common misconception

    A Schengen visa from another country lets Russian tourists enter through Finland normally.

    What actually happens

    Finland also restricts non-essential travel through Finland to the rest of Schengen, whoever issued the visa.

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    Sources

    This answer is for reference only. Entry rules can change, so check the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland and the Finnish Border Guard before you travel.

    Visas and Entry Regulations (Schengen)
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