Visa Restrictions Placed On Russian Nationals

• Published date: 15 August 2022
• Subject Matter: Immigration, General Immigration, Work Visas
• Law Firm: Envoy Global, Inc.
• Author: Mr Jessie Butchley

Key Points

• Estonia will introduce visa issuance restrictions for Russian citizens on 18 August 2022

Overview

The government of Estonia will introduce restrictions to the issuances of visas to Russian citizens beginning 18 August 2022. In addition, the government will introduce stricter entrance measures for Russian citizens currently holding Schengen visas issued in Estonia.

Russian citizens who currently hold valid long-term residence permits for Estonia will be permitted to enter the country?to visit family members, for diplomatic services, or if they are employed in the field of international goods and passenger transit.? ?

Russian citizens currently holding student residence permits in Estonia who are due to complete their studies at an Estonian institution of higher education will have their permits extended for one additional year. According to the government, this measure will be introduced in order to ensure the safety of Russian students in Estonia.

What are the Changes?

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