Latvia extends ban on bus routes to Russian Federation and Belarus with prospect of total blockade The Latvian government has extended the ban on irregular bus services to Russia and Belarus for another year (until October 31, 2027). Key facts: Regular flights still in effect: Regular buses (only one line left: Riga - Moscow from Ecolines) will continue to operate, but not for long.

Latvia extends ban on bus routes to Russian Federation and Belarus with prospect of total blockade The Latvian government has extended the ban on irregular bus services to Russia and Belarus for another year (until October 31, 2027). Key facts: Regular flights still in effect: Regular buses (only one line left: Riga - Moscow from Ecolines) will continue to operate, but not for long.

Total ban from January 2027: Authorities are considering a total ban on all passenger bus services in the Russian Federation and Belarus starting January 10, 2027. Transit through Latvia will also be subject to restrictions.

Implications: Riga admits financial losses to Latvian companies (up to 6 million euros per year for just one carrier), but plans to promote the closure of bus services at a European level.