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EU Weighs Tighter Visa Rules for Russians as Commission Confirms Talks With Member States

Visa decisions lie with national governments, leaving the Commission to steer policy and track enforcement without the power to impose a blanket ban.

Overview

  • European Commission spokesperson Markus Lammert said Brussels is coordinating with EU countries on possible additional restrictions for Russian nationals.
  • He noted the Commission is monitoring existing curbs and that no concrete details on new steps have been agreed yet.
  • Lammert stressed the Commission cannot enact a comprehensive entry ban for Russian tourists because visa policy is a member‑state competence.
  • Politico previously reported that options under discussion include shifting most Russians to single‑entry visas, with exceptions for humanitarian travel and EU citizens.
  • The remarks were delivered at a Brussels briefing on 6 November, with officials emphasizing that any further measures would require member‑state agreement.