In another punitive measure in In response to Russia’s war on Ukraine, the visa facilitation agreement between the EU and Russia can be suspended as soon as possible next EU Commissioner Ylva Johansson said on Monday.
“This suspension means that Russian citizens will not return.” enjoy privileged access to the European Union, for Example, for “For tourist and recreational purposes,” Johansson said. in Brussels.
EU foreign ministers agreed to go back to strictness rules for Schengen visas for Russian citizens at a meeting last week. A visa issued by any Schengen country access For all 26 members of Passport-free zone.
Johansson said the European Union countries can officially sign off Measure before the end of week, allowing for greater rigor rules to enter into force as early as possible next Monday.
If the visa facilitation agreement is suspended, Russian tourists will do it face Longer waiting times for their visas and they will have to pay the processing fee of 80 euros ($79) instead of 35 euros. Visas are valid for Johansson said that multiple entries will be restricted as well.
The visa agreement between the European Union and Russia was in place Since 2007. Shortly after invasionthe European Union countries already Suspended Visa Facility for business men government Officials and diplomats. johansson also announced on Tuesday Guidelines for Issuance new Visas once the facilities are fully lifted.
these should ensure That “journalists, dissidents, human rights activists, students and people This travel for family Reasons: “It is still possible to travel to the Schengen area,” Johansson said.
