One of the EU countries will tighten entry rules for Ukrainians: who faces fines of up to 2000 euros

According to hvylya.net: Even during transit through Latvia, all foreigners must comply with the new requirements. Control can be exercised both at the border and inside the country.

Starting from September 1, 2025, Latvia will introduce new entry rules for foreigners. The changes will apply to Ukrainians, Russians, Belarusians, and citizens of other countries that are not members of the EU, NATO, OECD, Switzerland, or Brazil.

What you need to know before traveling

To enter the country, foreigners must fill out a special form on the official website within two days before the trip. The form must indicate the purpose of the visit, the travel itinerary, information about political activities, and work in government structures.

• purpose of the visit and planned duration of stay
• travel itinerary and accommodation address
• information about political activities (participation in elections, positions held) and work in government structures

Failure to comply with these requirements may result in a fine of up to 2000 euros. Security services use this information to assess risks and may refuse entry in case of threats.

Consequences for Ukrainian citizens

Ukrainians with temporary protection in the EU or residence permits in other countries now need to fill out a questionnaire before visiting Latvia. Violating this requirement may lead to a fine that exceeds the average salary in the country. Border control will be intensified, especially at the border with Russia and Belarus.

Recently, there were also reports of the risk of losing legal status in Poland for Ukrainians.

Starting from September 1, 2025, Latvia is implementing new requirements for the entry of foreigners, including Ukrainians, which will change the procedures for transit and stay in the country. The new rules require filling out a special form with detailed information about the purpose of the visit and information about political activities, and non-compliance with these requirements can lead to serious fines. Ukrainians with temporary protection in the European Union or residence permits in other countries should be particularly careful, as they also fall under the new rules and risk fines and border control in Latvia.