# EU visa restrictions for Russian citizens > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/eu-visa-restrictions-for-russian-citizens > Updated: 2026-09-03T04:42:21.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2. European Union lawmakers initially urged the European Commission to revise Schengen visa rules to curb the issuance of tourist visas to Russian citizens. Members of the European Parliament argued that large-scale visa issuance by Mediterranean states like Italy, France, and Spain normalises aggression and poses security risks while the war in Ukraine continues. Following a suspected drone attack at Leipzig/Halle airport on August 4, the European Commission began preparing a proposal for targeted restrictive visa measures. Investigations into the incident suggest a suspect may have entered the EU using a type C tourist visa issued in Minsk. EU officials, including diplomacy chief Kaja Kallas, noted that such incidents provide evidence that the visa system can be exploited to undermine security. In response, Germany has called for more consistent travel restrictions for Russian citizens. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-03: European Commission prepares targeted visa restrictions to address security risks The European Commission is planning targeted visa restrictions for third-country nationals, including Russians, to counter security risks and potential sabotage following recent incidents in the EU. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/european-commission-prepares-targeted-visa-restrictions-to-address-security-risks ### 2026-08-07: EU moves to tighten tourist visas for Russian citizens EU MEPs demand swift changes to Schengen visa rules to curb the high volume of tourist visas granted to Russian citizens, citing security risks and recent data showing 77% of visas went to Russians. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eu-moves-to-tighten-tourist-visas-for-russian-citizens --- Cite as: EU visa restrictions for Russian citizens. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/eu-visa-restrictions-for-russian-citizens