Lithuania banned passengers from disembarking Russian transit trains to Kaliningrad

By TravelWiseFeb 22, 2024 13:59 PMNews
Share:
Lithuanian Railways
Lithuanian railroad. Source: Wikipedia

The Lithuanian government has banned the disembarkation and embarkation of passengers at the Kędiai and Kybartai border crossings from trains bound for Kaliningrad.

The ban will take effect on March 1. In Lithuania, Russian trains stop at two stations - Kędiai and Kybartai. According to the rules of Russian Railways transportation, Russians could not get on them even before the ban, even if they had a Schengen visa, 15min.lt reports.

Lithuania banned passengers from disembarking Russian transit trains to Kaliningrad
Lithuania banned passengers from disembarking Russian transit trains to Kaliningrad. Source: Wikipedia

It is noted that the resolution also refers to "exceptional cases" in the ban. They will be determined by the State Border Guard Service (VSAT).

It is not specified whether the ban will affect Russians who have EU passports, visas, and residence permits.

Top Articles
Top Nightclubs in San Francisco: Your 2024 Nightlife Guide

Top Nightclubs in San Francisco: Your 2024 Nightlife Guide

Nov 10, 2024 21:28 PM
Unique Dishes You Can Only Try in Disneyland California

Unique Dishes You Can Only Try in Disneyland California

Nov 8, 2024 21:58 PM

Best Places for Thanksgiving Dinner To-Go in Los Angeles

Nov 6, 2024 23:31 PM

Enjoy Dinner and Movies at LA's Best Dine-in Theaters

Nov 5, 2024 23:06 PM
More News
Double-decker First bus with an advertisement on the side, parked near an old building under a cloudy sky

Sheffield Bus Worker Strikes Pose Challenges for Travelers

Nov 11, 2024 14:31 PM
Holly on a tree

Munich Airport’s Christmas Market: A Festive Gateway to the Holiday Season

Nov 11, 2024 12:40 PM

The Oldest Airports in the U.S.: Tracing the Roots of American Aviation

Nov 11, 2024 10:36 AM

Bird Strike Forces American Airlines Airbus A319 to Abort Landing in Washington DC

Nov 11, 2024 08:34 AM
American Airlines jets Dallas Forth Worth International Airport

Passenger Stranded Between Flights After Airline Mishandles Electric Scooter

Nov 11, 2024 06:32 AM
United A320 departing to Houston

Suspected Food Poisoning Sickens 34 Passengers on Guam-Tokyo Flights

Nov 11, 2024 04:30 AM
Two hikers navigate a rocky forest trail using trekking poles

Growing Popularity of Inclusive Trails for Travelers with Varying Mobility Levels

Nov 11, 2024 02:32 AM
Skier navigating a snowy slope with mountains in the background

Nevis Range Delays Winter Season as Climate Change Threatens Snow Cover in Europe

Nov 11, 2024 00:31 AM
Festive LED star lights on Oxford Street

Oxford Street Shines for the Holiday Season

Nov 10, 2024 23:35 PM

Violence in Amsterdam: What Tourists Need to Know Amid Rising Tensions

Nov 10, 2024 22:35 PM

Broadened Travel Possibilities with flydubai and Batik Air Alliance

Nov 10, 2024 20:36 PM
A train approaching a station as a passenger waits on the platform

Rail Maintenance on Heart of Wales Route: Traveler Advisory

Nov 10, 2024 18:37 PM
Large crowd protesting in a city at night

Protests in Valencia: Locals Demand Accountability from Authorities After Catastrophic Flooding

Nov 10, 2024 16:35 PM
Close-up of striped pillows on a neatly made bed in a well-lit hotel room

Splendido Hotel’s Renaissance: What It Means for Travelers to Portofino

Nov 10, 2024 14:35 PM
Virgin Atlantic plane parked at the gate during sunset

Virgin Atlantic’s New Direct Route to Cancun Enhances Access to Mexico

Nov 10, 2024 12:34 PM

Air Canada Expands Travel Options in Europe and Asia with Multimodal Connections

Nov 10, 2024 10:33 AM

New AirAsia Cambodia Connection Bridges Siem Reap and Singapore

Nov 10, 2024 08:32 AM
Amtrak train crossing a busy intersection as people watch and wait nearby on a clear, sunny day

Amtrak’s Winter Sale Kicks Off Following Successful Fall Promotion

Nov 10, 2024 06:31 AM
SAS airplane wing against a cloudy sky background

New Travel Destinations Open for SAS EuroBonus Members Through SkyTeam

Nov 10, 2024 04:38 AM
Woman checking train schedule on mobile phone at railway station

Trainline Ticketing Practices Criticized: What Travelers Should Know

Nov 10, 2024 02:37 AM
ANA aircraft in flight approaching landing

AirJapan’s New Fare Sale Opens Affordable Travel Opportunities to Tokyo

Nov 10, 2024 00:36 AM
Black credit card with contactless symbol on white background

TD and Aeroplan Mark 10 Years with Generous Points Contest

Nov 9, 2024 22:35 PM

London's Crossness Pumping Station: How the "Cathedral of Sewage" Became a Hidden Gem of Victorian Architecture

Nov 9, 2024 21:32 PM

Finnish Lapland Welcomes Winter Travelers with Unique Experiences

Nov 9, 2024 20:34 PM
Qantas plane in flight against blue sky

Australia: Qantas Plane Returns to Ground After Engine Failure

Nov 9, 2024 19:35 PM
Etihad Airways Boeing 787 in special blue livery flying against a cloudy sky

Etihad Airways and e& UAE Collaborate to Enhance Travel Loyalty and Highlight Abu Dhabi

Nov 9, 2024 18:33 PM