During the New Year holidays, alcohol sales will be temporarily restricted in Ufa and across the republic. The restrictions apply only to in-store retail sales. Alcoholic beverages will continue to be available in cafés, bars, and restaurants without changes.
Alcohol cannot be purchased in stores during the following hours:
– January 3: from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
– January 4, 5, and 6: from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
The ban has been introduced at the legislative level. Violations of the law are punishable by fines.