When will Austria open its borders to Hong Kong 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. Hong Kong and Austria 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 Austria is 646 167 people, total deaths are 10 631, and 4398 are sick right now. Such statistics forced the government of the state of Austria to impose certain restrictions on flights and border crossing.

Is it allowed to enter Austria from Hong Kong?

Current statistics on the restrictions on entry to Austria:

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

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

1. Foreigners can enter the territory of Austria only if absolutely necessary: study in Austria, employment, residence permit. For more information about the conditions of entry, read the official sources of the government: https://reopen.europa.eu/en/map/AUT/6001
2. Availability of the test: PCR 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, Hong Kong 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 Austria from Hong Kong in 2021

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

Before travelling to Austria, 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 Austria?

PCR test is required for some countries.

Quarantine for 10 days required for some countries.

For which countries are the borders with Austria open?

Today (Saturday, 5 June 2021) the borders of Austria are fully open for 51/ 32 countries, partially open for 0/ 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:

•  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:

Travellers from Australia, Israel, New Zealand, Singapore and South Korea may enter Austria without quarantine if they are either tested, vaccinated or have recovered from COVID-19.Entry from other countries outside the EU+ area is prohibited (except for, among others, EU citizens or persons residing in the EU).Persons fulfilling the exception criteria must either:1. be vaccinated. As proof, travellers must either carry (A) a medical certificate (in German / in English) or (B) a vaccination certificate.-A vaccination certificate is valid if one of the following conditions is met: 22 days, and no more than 3 months, have elapsed from dose 1 of 2; -The second dose of vaccine has been received, and no more than 9 months have elapsed since the time of the first dose; -22 days, and no more than 9 months, have elapsed after vaccination in the case of vaccines for which only one dose is scheduled.The following vaccines are valid for entry into Austria:-Comirnaty from BioNtech/Pfizer -Vaxzevria/AstraZeneca, and Covishield from Serum Institute of India -COVID-19 Vaccine Janssen from Johnson & Johnson/Janssen Pharmaceuticals -Covid-19 Vaccine Moderna -Sinopharm SARS-CoV-2 Vaccine (Vero Cell), Inactivated (InCoV)2. provide a certification that they have recovered from COVID-19;-As proof, travellers must either carry (A) a medical certificate (in German / in English) or (B) a recovery certificate confirming infection with SARS-CoV-2 in the last 6 months, certified by molecular biology (e.g. PCR test). Proof of neutralising antibodies, which must not be older than 3 months, is equivalent to such a certificate.3. provide a pre-departure PCR test (taken within 72 hours prior to arrival) or a rapid antigen test (taken within 48 hours prior to arrival), or carry out a test within 24 hours after entry.-As proof, travellers must either carry (A) a medical certificate (in German / in English) or (B) a test certificate issued in German or English confirming that the holder has tested negative for SARS-CoV-2 (PCR or antigen testing), including at least the following data: * first and last name of the person tested, *date of birth, *date and time of sample collection, *infection status (positive or negative), *signature of the person performing the test and stamp of the institution performing the test (or bar- or QR-code)A 10-day quarantine is imposed on travellers unable to provide proof of vaccination or recovery from COVID-19. In that case, the person has to provide a pre-departure PCR (within 72 hours prior to arrival) or rapid antigen test (within 48 hours prior to arrival) or carry out a test within 24 hours after entry. The quarantine can be ended from day 5 after entry (day of entry = 0) with a negative result to a new test.A landing ban is in place for all flights from Brazil, India, South Africa and the United Kingdom. Entry from these countries is only possible to a very limited extent, with a negative molecular biological test result (e.g. PCR) and quarantine. The testing obligation also applies to vaccinated and recovered persons. Exemptions are in place for cargo flights, operational flights, ambulance and rescue flights, repatriation flights, aircraft transfer flights, flights transporting seasonal agriculture workers, and flights transporting healthcare and medical personnel.

At the moment, there are no other restrictions on entering the territory of Austria. 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 Hong Kong open?

Today (Saturday, 5 June 2021) Hong Kong’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 Hong Kong are partially or completely open:

In Hong Kong, 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 Hong Kong. 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 Austria from Hong Kong

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

Current coronavirus statistics in Austria:

• Total cases of covid infection: 646 167
• Sick right now: 4398
• Number of deaths: 10 631
• Recent morbidity: declining

Situation with lockdown in Austria:

FFP2 masks must be worn indoors in all public areas, in shops and on public transport.In all public places (indoors and outdoors), a minimum distance of 2 metres must be kept from persons which do not belong to the same household.Hotels and restaurants are allowed to reopen.Shops, museums, culture and leisure facilities are open. Events can take place again under strict protective measures.

>Actual data of COVID-19 in Russia

Current statistics on coronavirus in Russia:

• Total cases of covid infection: 11 852
• Sick right now: 58
• Number of deaths: 210
• Recent morbidity: declining

Situation with lockdown in Russia:

The government extends the current social distancing rules until June 9. Since April 29, bars, nightclubs, public bathhouses, karaoke, party rooms, and mahjong parlours have been allowed to reopen under the 'vaccine bubble' regulation. These venues can operate as long as their staff have received the first dose of the vaccine and only welcome customers who already had their first vaccine dose. Restaurants with vaccinated staff who have already received their first dose of the jab are now allowed to operate until midnight and seat up to six customers per table. The use of the LeaveHomeSafe app continues on all premises.Gathering restrictions will remain at four people in public until further notice. If people are caught gathering in groups of more than the permitted number, there will be a fine of $ 25,000 and imprisonment for six months for 'any person who participates in a prohibited group gathering; organises a prohibited group gathering; owns, controls or operates the place of the gathering; and knowingly allows the gathering.' Participants caught in the illegal gathering may be discharged by paying a fixed penalty of $ 5,000.The only exemptions to the rule are gatherings in public for transportation purposes; for groups performing any governmental function; for groups gathering at a place of work or within hospital and healthcare facilities; persons living in the same household; proceedings in a court; funerals and any other occasions for mourning.The government requires mandatory mask-wearing when entering terminals, boarding and while onboard public transport, as well as indoor and outdoor public places. If you are caught violating the mask-wearing regulations, you will get a maximum fine of $ 10,000.Religious activities are allowed at places of worship, providing the number of participants does not exceed the 30 percent capacity. During such activities, no food or drink can be served unless it is part of a religious ritual. Under the new vaccine bubble regulation, if all attendees (16 YO and above) have received at least the first dose of the vaccine, the maximum number of attendants can be increased from 30 percent to 50 percent (indoor) and 100 percent (outdoor).The number of people allowed in business meetings remains at 20, but if all participants have received the first dose of the vaccine, this number can increase to 50 for indoor and 100 for outdoor gatherings. Those with wedding plans can only invite up to 20 attendees to their nuptial ceremony, but the reception is a no-no, as food and drink are prohibited. Under the vaccine bubble, the number of invitees can be increased to 50 for indoor and 100 for an outdoor wedding.Restaurants, along with gyms, hotels, and cinemas, are required to display QR codes for the LeaveHomeSafe mobile app, which records your whereabouts and checks whether you have visited any venues as a Covid-19 patient at the same time.

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 Hong Kong for Austria with the necessary permits:

PCR test is required for some countries.

Quarantine for 10 days required for some countries.