The Government: Government decides to close the border in Southeast Finland

The Government has decided to close part of Finland's eastern border. The border crossing points of Vaalimaa, Nuijamaa, Imatra and Niirala will be closed starting on 18 November 2023. Submission of applications for international protection at the land border between Finland and Russia will be concentrated at the border crossing points of Vartius and Salla. The Government decided on the matter at an session on Thursday.

The decision will remain in force until 18 February 2024.

Press release:

Government decides to close the border in Southeast Finland - Prime Minister’s Office (vnk.fi)

Webpage of The Finnish Border Guard:

Restrictions at the border crossing points on the eastern border of Finland