On Friday (Sept 9), the Council of the European Union adopted a decision to fully suspend the visa facilitation agreement between the EU and Russia. Consequently, The general rules of the visa code will apply to Russian citizens.
This will result in an increase in the visa application fee from €35 to €80, the need to present additional documentary evidence, increased visa processing times and more restrictive rules for the issuance of multiple-entry visas.
“A visa facilitation agreement allows privileged access to the EU for citizens of trusted partners with whom we share common values. With its unprovoked and unjustified war of aggression, including its indiscriminate attacks against civilians, Russia has broken this trust and trampled on the fundamental values of our international community. Today’s decision is a direct consequence of Russia’s actions and further proof of our unwavering commitment to Ukraine and its people”, Vít Rakušan, Czech Minister of the Interior
It will enter into force on the day of its adoption and will apply as of 12 September 2022.
