Estonia stops recognizing non-biometric Russian passports
From Monday (March 31), Estonia no longer recognises non-biometric foreign passports issued by the Russian Federation. It is no longer possible to cross land, air or sea borders or apply for an Estonian visa without a biometric document.
Non-recognition applies to all holders of non-biometric foreign passports regardless of their age.
Holders of a residence permit from Estonia or another European Union member state have until September 30, 2025 to change their non-biometric passport for a biometric one.
As an exception, holders of a residence permit are allowed to enter Estonia with a non-biometric passport until September 30.
Denmark and Czechia have similar policies.
For further enquiries, please contact konsul@mfa.ee (+372 6377 440).
--
Follow ERR News on Facebook and Twitter and never miss an update!
Editor: Helen Wright
