Finland urged an EU-wide tourist visa ban for Russians, adding to sanctions policy risks watched by investors across Europe.
Greece's increased Schengen visa denials for Russians disrupt tourism flows, pressuring related equities and bonds amid tightened EU rules on multiple-entry visas.
Montenegro will require visas for Russian and Belarusian citizens from November 2026, affecting travel and investment flows amid the country's EU accession process.
France has tightened visa rules for Russian citizens, joining Italy, Spain, and Hungary in restricting applications, which may influence investor sentiment and market dynamics.