When will Lithuania open its borders to Estonia 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. Estonia and Lithuania 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 Lithuania is 276 256 people, total deaths are 4302, and 12 363 are sick right now. Such statistics forced the government of the state of Lithuania to impose certain restrictions on flights and border crossing.

Is it allowed to enter Lithuania from Estonia?

Current statistics on the restrictions on entry to Lithuania:

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

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

1. Foreigners can enter the territory of Lithuania only if absolutely necessary: study in Lithuania, employment, residence permit. For more information about the conditions of entry, read the official sources of the government: https://reopen.europa.eu/en/map/LTU
2. Availability of the test: PCR test is required for some travellers.

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, Estonia 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 Lithuania from Estonia in 2021

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

Before travelling to Lithuania, 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 Lithuania?

PCR test is required for some travellers.

Self-isolation for 10 days required for some countries.

For which countries are the borders with Lithuania open?

Today (Saturday, 5 June 2021) the borders of Lithuania 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
•  Belgium
•  Bulgaria
•  Cyprus
•  Czech Republic
•  Germany
•  Denmark
•  Estonia
•  Spain
•  Finland
•  France
•  United Kingdom
•  Greece
•  Croatia
•  Hungary
•  Italy
•  Latvia
•  Netherlands
•  Poland
•  Portugal
•  Sweden

In Lithuania, bars and restaurants work only for takeout and delivery, 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:

Travellers from third countries listed as risk (https://bit.ly/3sOWkTi) areas should:— have a certificate proving a negative laboratory test for COVID-19 disease performed not earlier than 72 hours before arriving in the Republic of Lithuania. The form can be in any of the official languages of the European Union. Children aged 16 and under are exempt from the test obligation.— self-isolate for 10 days from the day of arrival in the Republic of Lithuania following the applicable isolation measures. The isolation period may be shortened after a negative SARS-Co-V2 PCR test for COVID-19 (coronavirus infection) performed not earlier than on day 7 of self-isolation (the test is carried out at own expense).;Those with a medical certificate that proves they have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test.Also, those holding a medical certificate confirming that they had coronavirus infection are exempt from testing and quarantine. The diagnosis should be confirmed by a positive PCR test, and a maximum of 90 days may have passed since the positive testing.Persons arriving from countries where the spread of new virus variants has been detected must obtain the NPHC permission, to leave the place of isolation for certain specified reasons. To leave Lithuania for the country of residence or work before the end of the self-isolation period must notify NPHC 24 hours before departure.Every traveller returning to or arriving in Lithuania by regular, special or charter transport by air, sea, or land, will have to electronically submit their personal data to the National Public Health Centre. This means that before boarding a plane, ferry, bus, or train, a traveller will have to fill in a form on the website of the National Public Health Centre, and present the confirmation received, the QR code, at the time of boarding.Travellers who have been fully vaccinated for COVID-19 are exempted from providing a negative COVID-19 test. A certificate of vaccination is needed.

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

Today (Saturday, 5 June 2021) Estonia’s borders are fully open to 21/ 32 countries, partially open — to 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:

At the moment, there are no other restrictions on entry into Estonia. 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 Lithuania from Estonia

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

Current coronavirus statistics in Lithuania:

• Total cases of covid infection: 276 256
• Sick right now: 12 363
• Number of deaths: 4302
• Recent morbidity: declining

Situation with lockdown in Lithuania:

Shops are allowed to open under certain conditions (e.g. having a direct access to outside) and with reduced capacity. The retailer must provide 20 square meters of space per customer.Restaurants, bars and cafés are closed, except for take away or delivery. Catering can still be provided in certain circumstances such as for staff of enterprises, or in educational institutions, social care, and health care.A distance of 2 metres between people must be ensured (except for members of the same family). The safety distance may be less if there is a professional partition, or when personal protective equipment is worn. Distances in queues should be at least 1 metre.

>Actual data of COVID-19 in Russia

Current statistics on coronavirus in Russia:

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

Situation with lockdown in Russia:

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.

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 Estonia for Lithuania with the necessary permits:

PCR test is required for some travellers.

Self-isolation for 10 days required for some countries.