Can I submit a Europol access request if I am not an EU citizen or resident?

Yes. Article 36 of Regulation 2016/794 grants the right of access to any natural person regardless of citizenship or place of residence. A US, Russian, or UAE national can submit an access request on the same legal basis as an EU citizen. However, identity verification requirements may be more complex for non-EU applicants, as Europol typically requires certified copies of identity documents, and authentication procedures vary depending on your country of residence. Requests submitted from sanctioned jurisdictions may also face practical delays in processing.