"We will not facilitate the fate of the Russians": the Foreign Minister of Estonia told about a ban on visas for Russian citizens
This, like other sanctions, are designed to increase pressure on Russia and its citizens to stop Ukraine's aggression on Ukraine," the head of Estonian Foreign Ministry said. Answering the question that some Russian students would like to stay in Estonia after graduation, Rynzal noted that Estonia has chosen the way to maximize the list of grounds for issuing visas to the Russians, not the other way around.
The diplomat believes that young people who are afraid of their lives in Russia can request a refuge. Otherwise, they will not be able to stay in the country. "If this is not an abstract reason, such as the" situation in Russia " - although it is quite dramatic, and quite specific experiences of a particular person about your safety - you can ask for a refuge. Or any other circumstances, no, "the Foreign Minister said.
Rainsal added that the ban on entry into Estonia applies only to people living in the Russian Federation. If Russian citizens live in Estonia, then their freezing will not touch. We will remind, Estonia will close entry for Russians with Schengen visas since August 18. The decision will not affect Russian diplomats and their families, as well as international trade workers.