Latvia has extended visa restrictions for Russians and Belarusians until the end of 2027.
This is what the Latvian publication 1,188 reported. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs justified this decision in Russia's ongoing war against Ukraine and the need to strengthen Latvia's internal security.
Exceptions will apply to family members of citizens of Latvia and other countries in the European Union, countries of the European Economic Area and Switzerland, as well as to family members of citizens of Belarus who have a valid residence permit in Latvia.
Diplomatic and consular missions of Latvia will also accept applications from those who intend to enter the country for humanitarian reasons - for example, in the case of a serious illness or death of a relative, a threat to personal safety or a summons to appear before a court in Latvia.
In addition, applications for long-term visas will be accepted from citizens of Belarus.
Exceptions will also apply to workers in the international transport sector, sailors and diplomats.