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Exclusive: Finland pushes to all but eliminate Russian travel in EU

Finland pushes to severely limit Russian travel within the EU.

By · Published October 12, 2026  15:28 UTC · Updated October 12, 2026  15:28 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: Finland pushes to severely limit Russian travel within the EU.
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Finland is pushing for a near-total ban on Russian travel within the EU. The evidence for this push includes Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo's call on the EU to end tourist visa issuance to Russian citizens.

This call is part of a broader effort to prevent hybrid attacks, according to POLITICO.eu. The push for stricter visa rules for Russians has been echoed by other EU sources, with mezha.net reporting that the EU is considering issuing Russian tourists Schengen visas valid only in certain territories.

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What is the Finnish Prime Minister's stance on Russian travel?

Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo has called on the EU to end tourist visa issuance to Russian citizens.

Why is the EU considering stricter visa rules for Russians?

The EU is considering stricter visa rules to prevent hybrid attacks.

Has the EU proposed a complete ban on Russian travel?

The current EU plans do not include a complete ban on Russian travel within the EU.

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