Teller Report

Mishustin lifted restrictions on the entry of foreign coaches and athletes

8/26/2020, 8:43:12 AM

Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin signed an order to lift restrictions on entry to the state for foreign coaches and athletes.


This was reported by the press service of the Cabinet.

“Foreign athletes, coaches and specialists in the field of physical education have again got the opportunity to come to Russia on a work or humanitarian visa. The order was signed by Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin, ”the statement reads.

Restrictions on entry to Russia were in effect due to the coronavirus, in connection with which coaches and athletes could come to the country only on the basis of an employment contract.

Earlier, Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt confirmed that he contracted the coronavirus.