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Russian citizens travelling to Finland

Citizens of Russia that are travelling to Finland need a stamped visa in their passport prior to arriving.

What to expect in Finland

⚡ Above average wifi
❄️ cold weather
🤝 friendly locals
💰 expensive cost of living
Massages and Spas
Churches
places of worship

Flights and Prices

Flight prices to Finland from Russia usually are around 9225.00 RUB. airBaltic is a common carrier airline.

International and domestic airlines

Common international airlines are

Finair, Flybe Nordic, and Turkish Airlines

. Popular domestic airlines are

Ryanair, Finnair, and AirBaltic

Common Tourist Questions

🥘 Do I need to tip?

No, you are not expected to tip at restaurants and other service businesses.

💰 Should I carry cash?

No, you don't have to carry cash with you. Credit cards are generally accepted. This may not be the case in smaller cities so you should double-check when you land.

☎️ Where do I get a SIM card from?

Some popular telecom companies are

Sonera, dna, and Elisa

.

💦 Can I drink tap water?

Yes, you can generally drink tap water. This may not apply in smaller towns and rural areas. Double-check when you arrive.

🚕What do I use to get around?

We currently don't have information on ride-sharing services. Local taxis may be the best option. Check with local authorities upon landing.

Exchange Rates

The primary currency is EUR.

1 RUB = 0.013614 EUR

To put that in perspective, the average dinner will cost you roughly $8.81 USD.

Visa Status

A Visa needs to be provided by the country prior to travelling.

Notes and Passport Validity

There are no special notes about passport validity at this time. In general, it is good to ensure that your passport is valid 3 months after your trip ends.

Safety and Security

Do not travel.

We now advise all not to travel overseas at this time, due to the health risks from the COVID-19 pandemic and the significant disruptions to global travel. This includes to Finland. From 17 March, travel to the EU and Schengen Area (including Finland) is restricted for 30 days for non-EU nationals. If you're in Finland and decide to leave, be aware flight options may be increasingly limited. Finland has declared a state of emergency and banned gatherings of more than ten people. Monitor the media for information on latest developments and follow the advice of local authorities. We now advise you to: Do not travel to Finland.

Statistics

These values are calculated by computing the average scores that we have available to us across all cities in Finland. In some cases, they may not be completely accurate.

Internet Speed (5.00 / 5)
Safety (3.27 / 5)
Cost of Living (2.99 / 5)
Average Hotel Cost

$110.00 USD / night

Average Dinners

$8.81 USD

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Popular Cities in Finland

Espoo

Helsinki

Jyvaskyla

Oulu

Rovaniemi

Tampere

Turku

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