EU Proposes New Visa Restrictions for Russians
The European Union is considering tightening visa restrictions for Russians. EU authorities are now seriously examining the issue of imposing stricter limits on the issuance of tourist and short-stay visas to Russian citizens, according to informed sources in the EU cited by Deutsche Welle (DW).
Consensus
- The European Commission is proposing to revise the EU Visas Code.
- The revision aims to allow restrictions on visa issuance for entire applicant categories, including Russian citizens.
- Currently, each visa application is considered individually under the existing Visas Code.
- The proposal is expected to be presented in early 2027.
- The European Parliament and the Council of the EU must approve the revised code.
- The EU is working on practical implementation of visa restrictions for individuals involved in the war against Ukraine, including former participants.
Points of divergence
- The EU is discussing changes to legislation that would allow limiting visas for entire categories of applicants, such as citizens of a specific country or individuals making non-essential trips. — tg_tvrain
- Additional restrictions on the movement of Russian diplomats within the Schengen Area are being discussed, including advance notification requirements and possible pre-approval from host countries starting October 2025. — tg_dwglavnoe
Coverage (3 sources)
- European Union discusses tightening visa restrictions for Russians — The Moscow Times
- European Commission proposes revising EU Visa Code to limit visa issuance to Russians — DW — Дождь (Telegram)
- In the EU, restrictions on issuing tourist and short-term visas to citizens of the Russian Federation are being discussed — DW Главное