The press service of the French Embassy in Russia reported that this European country will not ban the entry of cars registered in Russia. This has been reported “News”.
“Finland and Poland changed their rules [въезда]. But we do not plan to change them,” the diplomatic mission stressed.
This decision by Paris stems from the fact that EU countries have the right to independently decide whether to comply with EU recommendations on the interpretation of sanctions.
Before reportedThey note that crossing the border of the Russian Federation and the Schengen area by car for the purpose of crossing into Kaliningrad is possible only in Norway, but they also plan to ban the entry of vehicles registered in the Russian Federation.
8 September 2023 European Commission published A document stating that entry into the EU from Russia by personal vehicle is subject to sanctions as it may be considered a form of import. For the same reason, it was stated that personal belongings of Russians, such as suitcases and shampoo, may be confiscated upon entry.
12 September European Commission softened made recommendations and advised customs officials to focus on the ban on importing cars from the Russian Federation into the EU.
Previously at the European Commission saidWhat will they do with the car imported from the Russian Federation?