The European Commission has relaxed the ban on the import of personal belongings of Russians. EU member states should focus on implementing the updated provisions banning the import of cars registered in the Russian Federation. descriptions On the interpretation of the provisions on the prohibition of imports of a wide range of goods from Russia in accordance with the list in Annex XXI to Article XXI. 3i of sanctions regulation 833/2014.
Although the import of other “goods” included in the legislation, namely Russians’ personal belongings, is also officially prohibited, it is emphasized that these cause “minor concerns in terms of circumventing sanctions.”
Before reportedIt was stated that the ban on Russian citizens’ vehicles was in effect even before the European Commission’s statement. Allegedly, starting from 2022, citizens of the Russian Federation are prohibited from driving their cars into EU territory, even for tourism purposes, for a short period of time.
Previously at the European Commission reportedEntry into the EU from Russia by personal vehicle is subject to sanctions.