According to a decision of the Finnish government today, Finland will close its borders at midnight 19 March. This decision means that from that moment on, shuttle migration between Estonia and Finland in its current form will no longer be possible.
This is why all people who commute to Finland for work from Estonia must decide whether it is more important to stay in Finland to work or return to Estonia.
“The Finnish Border Guard can allow border crossings for work only on substantial grounds. For example, for ensuring the movement of goods, or providing vital services,” Foreign Minister Urmas Reinsalu said. This category can include drivers transporting goods between Estonia and Finland, or medical staff.
You must be aware that when entering Estonia from Finland (from 17 March), as well as on entry to Finland from Estonia (from 19 March), you must remain in isolation for 14 days.
See also:
https://www.raja.fi/tietoa/tiedotteet/1/0/suomen_rajaliikennetta_rajoitetaan_19_3_2020_alkaen_79132
https://www.raja.fi/ajankohtaista/ukk_koronavirus?fbclid=IwAR0gKJV9rvWvOAclYBzfMfzhFXXy0qND_Pjdo1BPvT0K7y05Mp4sJ8dUyEQ
https://valtioneuvosto.fi/etusivu
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