Estonia's Ministry of Internal Affairs has drafted legislation that would prohibit Russian and Belarusian citizens who do not hold permanent residency in Estonia from purchasing real estate in the country, according to a report by ERR, Estonia's public broadcaster, on April 28, 2026.
The draft law cites potential threats to Estonia's security or public order from citizens of states deemed hostile. The move is part of broader efforts by Baltic states to restrict property acquisitions by nationals of Russia and Belarus following the 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
Under the proposed legislation, exceptions may be considered for individuals who have resided in Estonia for an extended period or who have close family ties. The Estonian government is expected to debate the bill in the coming weeks.
