When will Poland open its borders to Belgium and during coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic in 2021?

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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. Belgium and Poland 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 183 416 277 people, among the total — 3 969 764 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 Sunday, 4 July 2021), the number of cases in Poland is 2 880 270 people, total deaths are 75 084, and 153 021 are sick right now. Such statistics forced the government of the state of Poland to impose certain restrictions on flights and border crossing.

Is it allowed to enter Poland from Belgium?

Current statistics on the restrictions on entry to Poland:

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

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

1. Foreigners can enter the territory of Poland only if absolutely necessary: study in Poland, employment, residence permit. For more information about the conditions of entry, read the official sources of the government: https://reopen.europa.eu/en/map/POL/6001
2. Availability of the test: No tests required for all 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, Belgium ranks among the states of the «Green» 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 Poland from Belgium in 2021

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

Before travelling to Poland, 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 Poland?

No tests required for all countries.

Quarantine for 10 days required for some travellers.

For which countries are the borders with Poland open?

Today (Sunday, 4 July 2021) the borders of Poland are fully open for 29/ 38 countries, partially open for 22/ 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:

•  Austria
•  Australia
•  Belgium
•  Bulgaria
•  Canada
•  Cyprus
•  Czech Republic
•  Germany
•  Denmark
•  Estonia
•  Spain
•  Finland
•  France
•  United Kingdom
•  Georgia
•  Greece
•  Croatia
•  Hungary
•  Israel
•  Italy
•  Japan
•  Lithuania
•  Latvia
•  Netherlands
•  Portugal
•  Sweden
•  Thailand
•  Turkey
•  USA

In Poland, 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:

Citizens and residents of Georgia, Japan, Canada, New Zealand, Thailand, South Korea, Tunisia, Australia, Israel and United States may enter Poland without a specific reason (also for tourism).Additionally, the following categories are allowed to enter Poland from any third country:-Legal residents of Poland; -Foreigners who are close family members of Polish legal residents; -Persons holding a Polish Card («Karta Polaka») -Foreigners holding a permanent or temporary residence permit and those who have a work permit of Poland; -Persons studying in Poland; -Citizens of European Free Trade Association (EFTA) countries, European Union Member -States, and Switzerland, along with their family members; -Citizens of the United Kingdom, Belarus and their family membersNon-vaccinated persons travelling to Poland from a third country are subject to a pre-departure COVID-19 test (PCR or antigenic) taken within 48 hours prior to arrival and must self-isolate for 10 days after arrival. The quarantine may be ended earlier by a negative result to a COVID-19 test taken on day 7 after arrival.The quarantine requirement does not apply to persons who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with a vaccine that has been authorised in the European Union.Children under the age of 12, travelling together with their parents who have been vaccinated against the virus or present a negative test result, are also exempted.

At the moment, there are no other restrictions on entering the territory of Poland. 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 Belgium open?

Today (Sunday, 4 July 2021) Belgium’s borders are fully open to 10/ 38 countries, partially open — to 39/ 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 Belgium are partially or completely open:

•  Armenia
•  Australia
•  Azerbaijan
•  Canada
•  Hong Kong
•  Israel
•  Japan
•  Montenegro
•  Thailand
•  USA

In Belgium, 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 Belgium. 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 Poland from Belgium

The resumption of full-fledged air communication is gradual. At the moment, direct flights to Poland are limited, so it is possible to get to Poland with transfers. We offer the best air fares from Belgium to Poland. 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 Poland

Current coronavirus statistics in Poland:

• Total cases of covid infection: 2 880 270
• Sick right now: 153 021
• Number of deaths: 75 084
• Recent morbidity: declining

Situation with lockdown in Poland:

From 29 May:-Reopening of restaurants indoors, with a maximum occupancy of 50% and under strict sanitary regime (safe distance between tables and limit of persons per table) -Possibility to organise events such as weddings and communions indoors, with a limit of 50 people and under strict sanitary regime (safe distance between tables and limit of persons per table) -Reopening of cinemas and theatres with a maximum occupancy of 50% of the facility and under strict sanitary regime -Sports in indoor facilities and swimming pools accessible to everybody with a maximum occupancy up to 50% (with audience) -Sports in gyms and fitness clubs with a limit of 1 person per 15m2 and under strict sanitary regime -Primary and secondary schools: learning in presence for all students under strict sanitary regime

Actual data of COVID-19 in Russia

Current statistics on coronavirus in Russia:

• Total cases of covid infection: 1 086 508
• Sick right now: 37 284
• Number of deaths: 25 185
• Recent morbidity: declining

Situation with lockdown in Russia:

From 27 June 2021, a household may receive up to eight people indoors at the same time. Children up to the age of 12 are not included in these limits.Shops, hairdressers and beauty salons are open.Restaurant, café and bar terraces are open. Tables are limited to four people (unless all people are from the same household group). Schools are open. Teleworking remains mandatory, although going into work one day per week is now allowed. There should never be more than 20% of employees present at the same time.Museums, animal parks and swimming pools are open. Indoor cultural and other events can take place with a maximum of 200 people or 75% of room capacity (seated, wearing masks). Outdoor events can take place with a maximum of 400 people Places of worship are open and services can take place. You must respect the rules on social distancing requirements at all times, including on public transport.

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 Belgium for Poland with the necessary permits:

No tests required for all countries.

Quarantine for 10 days required for some travellers.