China–Russia Raohe–Pokrovka ferry crossing closes one day early
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What changed
The Raohe–Pokrovka ferry crossing between China's Heilongjiang Province and Russia ended its 2026 open-water navigation season on November 6, one day earlier than the previously announced November 7 closure. The change followed deteriorating weather and hydrological conditions on the Ussuri River. From November 7, border processing at Russia's Pokrovka checkpoint is suspended until the start of the river freeze-up period.
Does this affect me?
Travelers planning to cross between China and Russia using the Raohe–Pokrovka ferry, including passengers expecting to travel on November 7 under the previous schedule. The ferry service has ended for the open-water season, and border processing at Pokrovka is suspended pending the seasonal transition. The announcement does not establish a confirmed date for the next available crossing arrangement.
What should I do?
Do not travel to Raohe Port or Pokrovka expecting the cross-border ferry to operate after November 6. Check whether another authorized China–Russia border crossing is available for your journey and confirm its passenger operating arrangements before departure. Monitor official checkpoint announcements for the next permitted crossing arrangement rather than assuming that service will resume on a particular date.
Affected places
CN, Raohe–Pokrovka cross-border ferry