Finland has decided to ban entry for vehicles registered in Russia starting on September 16, Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen announced during a press conference.
“Finland bars entry at midnight. This means that entry for cars registered in Russia will be prohibited,” Valtonen said, emphasizing Finland’s willingness to intensify sanctions in response to the ongoing situation.
It’s important to note that this ban will exempt cars belonging to Russian diplomats and Russian citizens, particularly those entering Finland for humanitarian reasons.
The decision aligns with the guidelines set forth by the European Commission on September 8, which imposed prohibitions on the import of various goods from Russia to the EU, irrespective of their intended use.
This directive, known as EU Directive 833/2014, encompasses items with a total seating capacity of fewer than 10, including automobiles.
The European Commission emphasized that these restrictions apply universally, regardless of whether the vehicles are intended for private or commercial purposes.
The list of prohibited goods encompasses a wide range of items, encompassing electronic devices, clothing, toiletries, and various personal hygiene products, among others.
