- The Latvian government has extended entry restrictions for Russian citizens until March 4, 2025 in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
- Russian citizens are prohibited from entering Latvia for tourism or leisure purposes.
- Exceptions include people with a valid residence permit in Latvia or another EU member state, and people entering the country for humanitarian reasons.
The Latvian government has extended restrictions on Russian nationals entering the Baltic country until next year due to Moscow’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, which officials say “still poses a threat to Latvia’s internal security.” Says.
Prime Minister Evica Sirisha’s cabinet decided on Tuesday to extend entry conditions for Russian nationals until March 4, 2025.
The Russian government said in a statement that Russian citizens will continue to be prohibited from entering Latvia, a member of the European Union, for the purposes of tourism and leisure.
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However, some Russians will be allowed to enter, including those with a valid residence permit in Latvia or another EU member state, or Russians whose entry is related to humanitarian considerations, such as political dissidents. .
View of Riga, Latvia, September 5, 2023. The Latvian government has extended restrictions on Russian nationals entering the Baltic state until next year due to Moscow’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, and officials say it “remains committed.” It is a threat to Latvia’s internal security. ” (AP Photo/Pavel Golovkin)
In September 2022, Poland and the Baltic states (Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania) limit the number of Russian nationals coming to their countries to prevent possible security risks amid Russia’s war in nearby Ukraine. A joint agreement was reached.
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Latvia, a NATO member, is a country of 1.9 million people that borders Russia and is home to a significant ethnic Russian minority, which makes up about 25% of the population. The Baltic country has long been a popular holiday destination, with the capital Riga a popular weekend destination for Russian tourists.
