888.433.3767 scheduling@planetdepos.com Schedule Now Logins Pay Now Join Remote Depo Skip Navigation Menu HomeWhere We AreRussia Schedule With Planet Depos Today Schedule Now Court Reporting in Russia Depositions are not permitted in Russia: Russia is not a member of The Hague Evidence Convention. The government has declared that depositions are NOT PERMITTED in the country, and anyone caught taking one can be subject to criminal penalties, arrest, detention, or deportation. Willing Russian witnesses may be deposed in nearby countries, such as Finland. No prior permission is required for depositions in Finland: Finland is a member The Hague Evidence Convention. Permission from the government is not required for depositions of a willing witness in Finland. Depositions can be taken at any location. Review your deposition checklist. Make sure to note any specific language and/or dialectic for the interpreter.  Court reporters are not authorized to administer the oath in Finland, so the oath will need to be stipulated on the record. Another option would be to apply to the court for a Commission to Administer Oaths. How We Can Help: U.S.-trained court reporters and videographers throughout the world. Vetted interpreters with extensive deposition experience. On-the-ground assistance to handle exhibit printing, shredding, and other administrative needs. 24/7 support. More Information About Finland Party to The Hague Evidence Convention? Yes Currency: Euro Time Zone: GMT + 2:00 Airport: Helsinki Airport (HEL) U.S. Visa Requirements? None U.S. State Department Website: Finland 2021 International Deposition Guide Download Now Resources and Services Deposition Checklist Depositions in Russia are not permitted, but you may take them in nearby Finland. Check out our deposition checklist for more. Learn more → Arbitration Planet Depos offers cost-effective and reliable realtime, transcription, and related services for arbitrations around the world. Learn more → Conference Rooms Planet Depos provides modern and convenient conference rooms for hearings, depositions, arbitrations, and more around the world. Learn more → Travel Tips While Russia does not permit depositions, check out these travel tips for nearby Finland. Learn more → Home Services Blog Privacy Policy Cookie Policy Contact Emergency Assistance 24/7 | 888.433.3767 Copyright 2008 - 2021 Planet Depos, LLC | All Rights Reserved Contact