CLEAN : Finnish-Russian border closes to Russian tourists at midnight

The video discusses new travel restrictions effective at midnight, prohibiting entry for tourism or transit reasons. Exceptions include visiting relatives, work, residency, or property ownership. Border checks will enforce these rules, and additional personnel will assist with administrative tasks. Asylum applications are still accepted at the border, but approval is not guaranteed.

What are the exceptions to the new travel restrictions that allow entry into the country?

• Shopping and leisure activities

• Visiting close relatives, working, living, or owning an apartment

• Tourism and transit reasons

• Attending a concert or festival

What happens if you arrive at the border check after midnight?

• You can still use your tourism visa

• You will be fined for late arrival

• You will be automatically granted entry

• You cannot use your tourism visa

Why has additional personnel been added to the border shifts?

• To offer guided tours of the border area

• To handle increased administrative work for denying entry

• To assist with tourist information

• To provide language translation services

What is the purpose of verifying visitors' reasons for entering the country?

• To promote local businesses

• To collect data for tourism statistics

• To ensure they are not entering for tourism reasons only

• To offer discounts on local attractions

Is it possible to apply for asylum at the border?

• Only for citizens of specific countries

• Yes, but approval is not guaranteed

• Yes, and it is always approved

• No, it is not allowed