Finnish customs representative Tula Ladrin announced a ban on the transportation of petroleum products by individuals in canisters or other containers to or from Russia.

Due to European Union sanctions imposed on Russia on June 4, 2022, the purchase, import or transfer of petroleum products directly or indirectly to or from Russia is prohibited, therefore fuel import is not possible at this time. from Russia With the exception of the normal fuel tank for a car, and these sanctions apply to persons entering Finland from Russia by car”, emphasizing the ban on the import of any petroleum derivatives in canisters or other containers.

Petrol tourism was widespread in Finland before the coronavirus pandemic in the regions bordering Russia due to the high cheapness of automotive fuel in Russia.

According to the European Commission, Finland was the EU leader in the cost of motor fuel in May. The average price of gasoline (E95) was 2.37 euros per liter, diesel fuel – 2.24 euros per liter.