Information on the impact of the closure of Finland’s eastern border on studying in Finland

Finland's eastern border has been closed completely for a limited period of time due to Russia's attempt to send people across the border in harsh winter conditions as part of its hybrid influence operation.

The closure of the border is intended to safeguard the order of Finnish society.

It is safe to live and study in Finland.

You can read more about the situation from the website of the Ministry of the Interor of Finland.

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