Finland tightened restrictions for Russians

The Finnish government has extended restrictions for Russian citizens indefinitely. The ban, as before, applies to non-essential travel, primarily for tourism purposes, transit through Finland to other Schengen countries, as well as the issuance of visas, except on special grounds.

The new restrictions will come into effect on July 10, 2023 until further notice.

In its turn, Russia has declared nine Finnish diplomats persona non grata and is expelling them from the country. Also, the Consulate General of Finland in St. Petersburg will be closed from October 01.

Last month, Finland sent home nine employees of the Russian embassy.

Finnish President Sauli Niinistö threatened to close the Russian Consulate General in the city of Turku.