When will Czech Republic open its borders to Austria and during coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic in 2021?

  Borders Partially Restricted

2019 divided the history of most countries into «before» and «after». We are talking about a pandemic that has swept the whole world. The SARS-CoV-2 virus was first identified among residents of Hubei province (China). In just a few months, a disease called Covid-19 has spread to the inhabitants of the entire planet. Austria and Czech Republic were not an exception.

Why is covid so dangerous? Regardless of the level of development of a particular state, medical care and other factors, millions of people have become victims of the coronavirus. According to the latest data, this figure is 183 040 225 people, among the total — 3 963 250 deaths. The main symptoms of the disease are: shortness of breath, high fever, dry cough, loss of taste and smell. The world’s leading countries have developed or are working on the production of their own vaccines that protect against COVID-19. Naturally, vaccination is not a 100% guarantee of protection against coronavirus, however, when infected, the disease is transferred much easier.

According to current data (statistics for Saturday, 3 July 2021), the number of cases in Czech Republic is 1 667 796 people, total deaths are 30 310, and 1482 are sick right now. Such statistics forced the government of the state of Czech Republic to impose certain restrictions on flights and border crossing.

Is it allowed to enter Czech Republic from Austria?

Current statistics on the restrictions on entry to Czech Republic:

• Open to citizens: Yes
• Open to s: Partially
• Open to foreigners and tourists: Partially
• Quarantine (lockdown) in Czech Republic: Partial

During the most «acute» periods of the pandemic, the following restrictions are applied in Czech Republic:

1. Foreigners can enter the territory of Czech Republic only if absolutely necessary: study in Czech Republic, employment, residence permit. For more information about the conditions of entry, read the official sources of the government: https://covid.gov.cz/en/
2. Availability of the test: Negative COVID-19 test is required for some countries.

All countries are divided into 3 main categories by the Ministry of Health:

• «Green» (low rate of spread of coronavirus)
• «Orange» (average rate of spread of coronavirus)
• «Red» (high rate of spread of coronavirus)

In this regard, the government acts in accordance with the recommendations of the World Health Association. The distribution of states into separate categories is updated regularly. At the moment, Austria ranks among the states of the «Orange» category.

The main reasons for the introduction of new restrictions are coronavirus mutations, an increase in the number of cases, and insufficient vaccination rates.

Rules for entering Czech Republic from Austria in 2021

At the moment, Czech Republic is partially opened to foreigners, including s. Quarantine measures are applied to tourism and trade.

Before travelling to Czech Republic, s must pass the PCR test no earlier than 72 hours in advance and submit a written document of an international standard (in English). Also, at the time of arrival, there should be no signs of SARS (fever, chills, runny nose, cough, etc.).

Is it necessary to comply with quarantine and take a PCR test when entering Czech Republic?

Negative COVID-19 test is required for some countries.

Self-isolation is required for some countries.

For which countries are the borders with Czech Republic open?

Today (Saturday, 3 July 2021) the borders of Czech Republic are fully open for 2/ 38 countries, partially open for 46/ 38 countries. See how we collect data and find out why not all countries are included in the statistics.

List of countries for which the borders with Estonia are partially or completely open:

•  Australia
•  Thailand

In Czech Republic, bars and restaurants work with restrictions, all shops work without restrictions. Public events (exhibitions, concerts, museums, etc.) are allowed but with restrictions.

Foreigners can cross the border if all the conditions for entering the country are strictly kept to:

Travel to the Czech Republic is possible only for essential reasons. Travelling for the purpose of tourism, or to visit friends, is not possible. All citizens of third countries that are not on the list of countries with a low risk of transmission of COVID-19, as well as third-country nationals who have temporary or permanent residence in such third countries, are prohibited from entering the territory of the Czech Republic, with some exceptions, as specified in the decree on Protective Measures.Entry without restrictions is allowed from Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand.As of 27 April, entry from the following countries is not permitted:Botswana Brazil Eswatini (Swaziland) India South Africa Kenya Colombia Lesotho Malawi Mozambique Peru Tanzania (including the island of Zanzibar and Pemba) Zambia ZimbabweCzech citizens, persons with residency in the Czech Republic and their family members have an exception from the entry ban.Is a coronavirus test required?All travellers who spent longer than 12 hours in the last 14 days in a territory classified as «Orange», «Red» or «Dark Red» (https://koronavirus.mzcr.cz/en/list-of-countries-according-to-the-level-of-risk/)are subject to the requirement for a pre-departure negative COVID-19 test.The test must be taken within 72 hours prior to arrival (PCR), or within 24 hours prior to arrival (rapid antigen test). Travellers from «Dark Red» countries must present a PCR test.Additionally, the following rules apply:Travellers from «Orange» countries must wear a facemask (FFP2, KN95) for 14 days after entering the country; Travellers from «Red» countries must undergo a second PCR test at their own expenses within 5 days from arrival. Free movement is prohibited until a negative test result is available. Face masks (FFP2, KN95) must be worn for 14 days after entering the Czech Republic. Travellers from «Dark Red» countries must undergo a second PCR test at their own expenses no earlier than 24 hours after arrival. Free movement is prohibited until a negative test result is available. Individuals must wear a facemask (FFP2, KN95) for 14 days after entering the Czech Republic. Additional information can be found at covid.gov.czIs a quarantine required?Travellers from «Red» and «Dark Red» areas must self-isolate until a second negative test result is provided. For travellers from «Dark Red» areas, the test must be taken no earlier than on the 10th of the mandatory self-isolation.Mandatory Travel DocumentationA Passenger Locator Form is mandatory for all travellers arriving from «orange», «red» and «dark red» countries. A Medical Certificate is required for people who suffered Covid-19 disease in the past.

At the moment, there are no other restrictions on entering the territory of Czech Republic. At the same time, the government recommends waiting for travel to countries with extremely high rates of covid-19 spread (red zone).

For which countries are the borders with Austria open?

Today (Saturday, 3 July 2021) Austria’s borders are fully open to 51/ 38 countries, partially open — to 0/ 38 countries. See how we collect data and find out why not all countries are included in the statistics.

List of countries for which the borders with Austria are partially or completely open:

•  United Arab Emirates
•  Armenia
•  Argentina
•  Australia
•  Azerbaijan
•  Belgium
•  Bulgaria
•  Brazil
•  Belarus
•  Canada
•  Switzerland
•  China
•  Cyprus
•  Czech Republic
•  Germany
•  Denmark
•  Dominican Republic
•  Estonia
•  Egypt
•  Spain
•  Finland
•  France
•  United Kingdom
•  Georgia
•  Greece
•  Hong Kong
•  Croatia
•  Hungary
•  Indonesia
•  Israel
•  India
•  Italy
•  Japan
•  Kazakhstan
•  Lithuania
•  Latvia
•  Morocco
•  Montenegro
•  Netherlands
•  Norway
•  Poland
•  Portugal
•  Romania
•  Russia
•  Sweden
•  Thailand
•  Turkey
•  Ukraine
•  USA
•  Vietnam
•  Zambia

In Austria, bars and restaurants work with restrictions, all shops work without restrictions. Public events (exhibitions, concerts, museums, etc.) are allowed but with restrictions.

Foreigners can cross the border if all the conditions for entering the country are strictly kept to:

At the moment, there are no other restrictions on entry into Austria. At the same time, the government recommends waiting for travel to countries with extremely high rates of covid-19 spread (red zone).

The cheapest flights to Czech Republic from Austria

The resumption of full-fledged air communication is gradual. At the moment, direct flights to Czech Republic are limited, so it is possible to get to Czech Republic with transfers. We offer the best air fares from Austria to Czech Republic. Today you have the opportunity to book tickets at an affordable price. A pandemic is not a barrier to business and travel.

We constantly monitor the situation with the spread of coronavirus and are always ready to provide you with up-to-date information.

Actual data of COVID-19 in Czech Republic

Current coronavirus statistics in Czech Republic:

• Total cases of covid infection: 1 667 796
• Sick right now: 1482
• Number of deaths: 30 310
• Recent morbidity: declining

Situation with lockdown in Czech Republic:

The state of emergency ended and some businesses have been allowed to reopen. Some shops and services are open (with social distancing limitations). Zoos and botanical gardens have been allowed to reopen.Shops carrying essential goods (such as supermarkets and pharmacies) remain open.Restaurants and bars have reopened.For checking into a hotel, visiting museums, and attending public events (among other things) people have to present (1) a PCR test less than three days old, (2) an antigen test taken in the previous 24 hours, (3) proof of recovery from COVID-19 in the last 180 days, or (4) vaccination proof (that meets the requirements).

Actual data of COVID-19 in Russia

Current statistics on coronavirus in Russia:

• Total cases of covid infection: 650 662
• Sick right now: 1786
• Number of deaths: 10 709
• Recent morbidity: declining

Situation with lockdown in Russia:

No curfew is in effect. With comprehensive health measures in place, catering and accommodation establishments may receive customers and events are possible. Guests have to register and provide proof of their low epidemiological risk by:-proof of vaccination of an EMA licensed vaccine: after the 22nd day of the first vaccination and within three months from that date after the last prescribed dose (if this is also the first dose, 22 days later) and within 9 months from the first vaccination-a medical certificate to proof a recovery from an infection in the past 6 months, confirmed by a positive PCR test (or an Absonderungsbescheid); proof of neutralising antibodies, which must not be older than 3 months;-a negative antigen test not older than 24h, taken at home and registered in an official data processing system;-a negative antigen test not older than 48h, performed from an authorised body;-a negative PCR test not older than 72h.Further opening steps are planned for 1 July.FFP2 masks must be worn indoors in all public areas, in shops and on public transport. No facemasks have to be worn outdoors (also in catering and accommodation establishments and during events).*As of 1 July, it is planned that no facemasks have to be worn indoors if guests can prove their low epidemiological risk (see details under «General Measures»).In all public places (indoors and outdoors), a minimum distance of 1 metre must be kept from persons which do not belong to the same household.*As of 1 July, it is planned that no further distance requirement shall be in place.Private gatherings are allowed with max. 16 adults (+children) outdoors, and max. 8 adults (+children) indoors.The limit of attendees for events where people are seated is 3000 outdoors and 1500 indoors.*As of July 1st, it is planned that no further limitations for private gatherings shall apply. At the same time, also the limit of attendees for events shall expire.Non-essential shops are open. In all shops, the use of FFP2 masks is mandatory. Opening hours are between 05.00 and midnight. One customer per 10 square metres is allowed.*As of 1 July, it is planned that limits per square metre will no longer apply.Catering establishments may receive customers with comprehensive concepts in place. To receive services, guests have to register and provide proof of their low epidemiological risk (see General Measures).Max. 8 adults (+ children) per table indoors and max. 16 adults (+ children) per table outdoors are allowed. Restaurants may open from 05.00 to midnight.Delivery services are allowed 24/7.*As of 1 July, it is planned that no limit per table shall apply. There shall be no closing hour any longer.

Thus, the restrictions associated with the coronavirus dictate living conditions in 2021. Each state has developed its own border crossing rules and entry rules. It all depends on the general situation with the spread of COVID-19.

However, even in a pandemic, you can leave Austria for Czech Republic with the necessary permits:

Negative COVID-19 test is required for some countries.

Self-isolation is required for some countries.