When will Czech Republic open its borders to Latvia 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. Latvia 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 186 762 446 people, among the total — 4 030 918 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 Monday, 12 July 2021), the number of cases in Czech Republic is 1 669 496 people, total deaths are 30 331, and 2042 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 Latvia?

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, Latvia 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 Latvia 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 (Monday, 12 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:

Entry is not permitted to citizens and residents of third countries where the risk of transmission of COVID-19 is moderate, high or very high, as in the decree on Protective Measures (https://bit.ly/3xuNQnk).Entry without restrictions (with the obligation to fill in the passenger location form) is allowed from: Albania, Australia, Hong Kong, Island, Israel, Japan, Lebanon, New Zealand, Macao, San Marino, Madeira, The Republic of North Macedonia, Serbia, Singapore, South Korea, Switzerland, Thailand, Vatican, USA.Entry from the following countries is permitted only to citizens and residents of Czechia and their family members, who have an exception from the entry ban:Botswana Brazil Eswatini (Swaziland) India South Africa Colombia Lesotho Namibia Nepal Malawi Mozambique Paraguay Peru Russian Federation Tanzania (including the island of Zanzibar and Pemba) Tunisia Zambia ZimbabweAll travellers who spent longer than 12 hours in the last 14 days in a territory classified as «Orange», «Red», «Dark Red» or «Grey» (https://bit.ly/2UImaN9) 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» and «Grey» countries must present a PCR test. Furthermore, travellers from «Grey» countries must also undergo another PCR test within 24 hours from the arrival.Additionally, all travellers from «Orange», «Red», «Dark Red» and «Grey» countries must wear an FFP2 respirator for 14 days after the arrival.Further information can be found at covid.gov.czTravellers from «Red», «Dark Red» and «Grey» areas must self-isolate until a second negative test result is provided. For travellers from «Red» areas, the test must be taken within 5 days after the arrival. For travellers from «Dark Red» areas, the test must be taken no earlier than on the 5th of the mandatory self-isolation, and finally, for travellers from «Grey» areas, the test must be taken no earlier than on the 10th of the mandatory self-isolation.

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 Latvia open?

Today (Monday, 12 July 2021) Latvia’s borders are fully open to 0/ 38 countries, partially open — to 50/ 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 Latvia are partially or completely open:

In Latvia, 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 Latvia. 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 Latvia

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 Latvia 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: 1 669 496
• Sick right now: 2042
• Number of deaths: 30 331
• 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: 137 917
• Sick right now: 708
• Number of deaths: 2536
• Recent morbidity: declining

Situation with lockdown in Russia:

In indoor spaces outside the household, a face mask must be worn if there is more than one person in the room. Face masks are mandatory in public transport and in educational institutions.Children under 7 years of age are exempted from the obligation.People must respect 2 metres physical distancing (applies to both public indoor and public outdoor spaces). Physical distancing is not applied to family members and members living in the same household.Public events are not allowed. Up to 10 people can meet together outdoors.Up to 2 households (maximum 10 people) can privately meet outdoors.From 15 June, public events will be possible for people who have been vaccinated or recovered from Covid-19.Private eventsUp to 10 people from two households can meet indoors.Up to 20 people can meet outdoors (with no household restriction).From 15 June, a relaxation of these measures is planned for people who have been vaccinated or recovered from Covid-19.Restaurants, bars and cafés have resumed their activities outdoors, under enhanced safety measures.No more than 4 adults (excluding minors) from no more than 2 households can seat at the same table (no more than 10 persons in total).Physical separation, or a minimum distance of at 2 metres, must be ensured between people sitting at different tables.Staff and guests must use facemasks during their stay, except when sitting at a table.

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 Latvia for Czech Republic with the necessary permits:

Negative COVID-19 test is required for some countries.

Self-isolation is required for some countries.