EU Prepares January Visa Overhaul to Block Russian Hybrid Threats
The European Commission plans to propose stricter visa rules for Russian citizens in January 2027 to counter hybrid threats. Current multiple-entry visas allow 478,000 annual entries, creating security vulnerabilities. Finland and Estonia demand bans on tourists and ex-combatants, while France and Italy oppose full restrictions. A new visa code aims to enable rapid, binding restrictions across the bloc.
