The Slovakian visa center in Russia has temporarily suspended the… (виза · документ · словакия)
The Slovakian visa center in Russia has temporarily suspended the acceptance of Schengen visa applications for most purposes, citing organizational and technical reasons. The suspension will last until the end of summer 2026, with only sports-related visas and national visas remaining available during July and August.
Consensus
- The Slovakian visa center in Russia has temporarily suspended the acceptance of Schengen visa applications for most purposes.
- The suspension is due to organizational and technical reasons.
- The restriction will last until the end of summer 2026.
- During July and August 2026, only sports-related Schengen visas and national visas will be accepted.
- Applicants who had previously registered for other visa types will have their appointments canceled.
- Refunds for service fees will be issued within 7–15 days.
Points of divergence
- The decision is described as temporary and related to technical issues by the Slovak embassy. — kommersant
- There is no public demand or panic around the visa changes, citing low numbers of visas issued in 2025 compared to other countries. — vedomosti
Coverage (2 sources)
- Slovakia Embassy Explains Suspension of Tourist Visa Issuance for Russians — Коммерсантъ
- Slovakia Temporarily Halts Issuance of Schengen Visas to Tourists — Ведомости