In brief
Finland’s government adopted tighter entry restrictions for Russians seeking short-term work on visas, including professional athletes with neutral status. Authorities will apply the decision when assessing visa applications and entry conditions from November 16.
Finland’s government adopted the decision on November 12, Novynarnia reported, citing a government statement quoted by European Pravda. The restrictions cover short-term employment on visas, including professional sport and athletes granted neutral status.
Authorities will take the decision into account when reviewing visa applications and assessing conditions for entry and short stays from November 16. Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen said admitting Russian athletes would jeopardise Finland’s international relations while Russia’s war of aggression continues. She said the same reasoning applied to other short-term work on visas that was unnecessary for Finland’s national interests.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha welcomed the decision and urged European partners to follow Finland’s example, close remaining loopholes and strengthen coordinated pressure on Russia.
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