Finland will ban Russians from entering unless absolutely necessary.
On November 12, the Finnish government decided to tighten the restrictions on the entry of Russian citizens. As of November 16, Russians will be denied visas and entry into the country unless travel is absolutely necessary, Verkkouutiset reports. The new rules apply to all types of short-term work on a Schengen visa that are not relevant to national interests. The government believes that such travel could pose a threat to Finland.
The restrictions will apply regardless of the country the Russians come from and will apply to transit to the Schengen countries. Entry with a visa from another EU country may also not be allowed. Foreign Minister Alina Veltonen said that similar measures already exist or are being conducted in other countries, and the issue has already been discussed at the EU level.
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