When will Estonia open its borders to Denmark 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. Denmark and Estonia 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 177 039 062 people, among the total — 3 832 951 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, 5 June 2021), the number of cases in Estonia is 130 068 people, total deaths are 1262, and 4230 are sick right now. Such statistics forced the government of the state of Estonia to impose certain restrictions on flights and border crossing.

Is it allowed to enter Estonia from Denmark?

Current statistics on the restrictions on entry to Estonia:

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

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

1. Foreigners can enter the territory of Estonia only if absolutely necessary: study in Estonia, employment, residence permit. For more information about the conditions of entry, read the official sources of the government: https://www.visitestonia.com/en/why-estonia/coronavirus-and-travelling-to-estonia
2. Availability of the test: Health check is required

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, Denmark 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 Estonia from Denmark in 2021

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

Before travelling to Estonia, 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 Estonia?

Health check is required

Self-isolation for 10 days required for some countries.

For which countries are the borders with Estonia open?

Today (Saturday, 5 June 2021) the borders of Estonia are fully open for 21/ 32 countries, partially open for 30/ 32 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
•  Cyprus
•  Czech Republic
•  Germany
•  Denmark
•  Spain
•  Finland
•  France
•  Greece
•  Croatia
•  Hungary
•  Italy
•  Lithuania
•  Latvia
•  Netherlands
•  Poland
•  Portugal
•  Sweden

In Estonia, 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:

Coming from Europe (the European Union, the European Economic Area or the Schengen area):-Restrictions do not apply on entering Estonia from a country in the European Union, European Economic Area and the Schengen area with an infection rate below 150 persons per 100 000 inhabitants in the past 14 days.-Coming from a country with an infection rate above 150, a 10-day restriction on the freedom of movement applies which can be shortened by testing. One of the tests must be taken up to 72 hours before arrival or immediately after crossing the border and the second test must be taken no earlier than on the sixth day after the first test.-People who have recovered from the coronavirus in the last six months or who have been fully vaccinated against the coronavirus are exempt from self-isolation and testing. Read about requirements for a vaccination certificate and for a certificate of recovery.Countries outside the European Union from which it is possible to travel to Estonia, including for tourism (according to the list in Annex 1 of the recommendation of the Council of the European Union) Australia Israel New Zealand South Korea Rwanda Thailand SingaporeAt the border crossing points, i.e. ports, airports and checkpoints at Russian land borders, the travel documents and medical symptoms are checked. Border control personnel have legal rights to deny entering for persons who show symptoms of COVID-19, i.e. to deport them back to the country of arrival. A person entering Estonia in a case the quarantine requirements apply will have to provide the Police and Border Guard Board their address and confirm that they will remain at their place of stay for the isolation period.

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

Today (Saturday, 5 June 2021) Denmark’s borders are fully open to 0/ 32 countries, partially open — to 51/ 32 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 Denmark are partially or completely open:

In Denmark, 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 Denmark. 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 Estonia from Denmark

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

Current coronavirus statistics in Estonia:

• Total cases of covid infection: 130 068
• Sick right now: 4230
• Number of deaths: 1262
• Recent morbidity: declining

Situation with lockdown in Estonia:

From May 3Hotels and other accommodation facilities. Can operate and offer breakfast, but some hotels are still closed either due to general restrictions or renovation.Shops and services. All shops can reopen with a 25 percent occupancy limit. Services can continue their activities, but also must stick to 25 percent of the room capacity.Bar and restaurant outdoor terraces. Can open until 9 p.m. with up to 10 people at a table, tables at least 2 m apart, 50% occupancy. Indoor service is still restricted but food can be sold for take-away.Training. Group training for up to 10 people, including an instructor, can take place outside. Indoors the 2+2 rule must be followed. Group training cannot take place.Museums. Can be open until 7 p.m. with a 25 percent occupancy limit.Saunas, spas, water parks, indoor swimming pools. Closed.Entertainment establishments. Nightclubs, bowling alleys, children’s playrooms etc are closed.Public events. Public meetings and events indoors are not allowed, theatres, cinemas and concert halls are closed. Restrictions do not apply to virtual events that do not involve people other than the performers and the staff for the broadcast. Outdoor events are allowed for up to 150 people in groups of up to 10 people, from 6 a. m until 9 p.m.

>Actual data of COVID-19 in Russia

Current statistics on coronavirus in Russia:

• Total cases of covid infection: 285 636
• Sick right now: 12 334
• Number of deaths: 2518
• Recent morbidity: declining

Situation with lockdown in Russia:

National measures currently in place in Denmark are available at coronasmitte. dk (https://bit.ly/3fVXtnv)Masks are mandatory for people from the age of 12 in the following situations:-in stores, cultural venues and schools; -in retail shops, including durable goods shops, grocery shops, shopping centres, department stores, hypermarkets, bazaars and shopping arcades; -on public transport, in train station areas and at bus stops; -for people at risk of infection and their relatives and in hospitals and clinics; -in a professional context, where frequent or prolonged face-to-face contact can not be avoided; -in establishments selling food, drinks or tobacco for consumption on-site, for example when visiting restaurants, cafés, patisseries, bakeries, fast food restaurants and more -in general where there is indoor seating; -in premises for cultural, sports and recreational activities, including museums, sports centres, fitness centres, art exhibitions, music venues, libraries, cultural centres, zoos, -cinemas, theatres and club premises; -during religious celebrations; -in education establishments; -during practical driving tests.The recommended minimum distance has been increased from 1 metre to at least 2 metres.It is not allowed to host and attend indoor events, activities etc. with more than 10 people gathered simultaneously at the same location.It is not allowed to host and attend outdoor events, activities etc. with more than 50 people gathered simultaneously at the same location.Citizens are also recommended to gather no more than 10 people in private homes and to limit their social bubbles to no more than 10 people.Supermarkets and certain shops and stores are allowed to stay open.Grocery shops/supermarkets, pharmacies and specialist shops selling medical equipment can stay open, also if they are located in a shopping centre.Shops and stores allowed to stay open must observe specific restrictions.Shopping centres, shopping arcades and bazaars are allowed to re-open.As of 6 April 2021, liberal professions are allowed to re-open.

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 Denmark for Estonia with the necessary permits:

Health check is required

Self-isolation for 10 days required for some countries.