Latvia Blacklists Russian Businessman for Exploiting Residence Permit System
Latvia Blacklists Russian Businessman for Residence Permit Exploitation
Latvia has blacklisted Russian businessman Alex Pospehov over allegations of misusing the country's residence permit scheme. The decision comes as part of broader measures to tighten national security and prevent potential threats to Latvia and the European Union (EU).
Misuse of Residence Permit Scheme
- Pospehov reportedly facilitated residence permits through Latvia’s start-up program, which saw high popularity in 2021, with 295 applications filed that year.
- By 2022, the Latvian government stopped accepting Russian applicants for the program.
- Many of the businesses associated with Pospehov's clients have since been closed, and only 41 Russian nationals still hold valid residence permits under this scheme.
National Security Concerns
Latvia’s decision to blacklist Pospehov stems from suspicions that he helped individuals with questionable intentions enter the country.
- Security experts believe his actions posed a threat to Latvia’s and the EU’s national security.
- Pospehov, who reportedly resides in Luxembourg, had previously promoted Latvia as a destination for start-ups and accessible residence permits.
Stricter Measures Against Russian Nationals
Since the start of the war in Ukraine, Latvia has:
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Expelled Russian Nationals:
- In July 2024, the Citizenship and Migration Affairs Board (PMLP) ordered 60 Russian nationals to leave due to security concerns.
- About 2,000 Russian citizens left voluntarily by mid-2024.
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Property Purchase Restrictions:
- The Latvian government is planning to tighten rules for Russian nationals buying property in the country, similar to measures introduced in Finland.
Russian Influence in the Baltic States
Latvia, along with Estonia and Lithuania, has a significant population of ethnic Russians and Russian speakers. Among the Baltic nations, Latvia has the highest percentage of Russian nationals and Russian-speaking residents.
Latvia’s actions underline its commitment to safeguarding national and regional security while addressing vulnerabilities in its residence permit and immigration systems.
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