Visa-free travel takes effect between Russia and Saudi Arabia
A visa-free travel arrangement between Russia and Saudi Arabia took effect on Monday.
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Russians soon be able to travel to Saudi Arabia visa-free
The Russian Foreign Ministry noted a mutual increase in tourist flow between the countries
Moscow calls on Washington to open US visa centers in Russia
Russian diplomats have proposed that the US State Department reestablish visa parity and resume issuing US visas to Russians in Russia. This decision is increasingly important as the FIFA World Cup approaches, which is set to take place mainly in the USA this summer.
Georgian citizens no longer be able to obtain 10-year US visa
The USA has refused to continue the issuance of long-term visas for Georgian citizens, with the maximum validity period now set at three months, according to Georgian media reports.
Azerbaijan lifts visa requirements for citizens of several Gulf states
Azerbaijan has abolished visa requirements for citizens holding ordinary passports from Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait, and Bahrain, the Azerbaijani State Migration Service reported.
Suspension only applies to US immigrant visas, US State Department clarifies
The temporary suspension of the US visa process for citizens of 75 countries, including Russia, will only apply to immigrant visas
Armenia and Türkiye to simplify visa procedures from January 1
The visa application process between Armenia and Turkey will be significantly simplified starting in 2026, initially applying to holders of diplomatic and service passports.
Kazakhstan, EU to discuss visa facilitation in February 2026
Previous negotiations took place in early December
Visa regime partially lifted between Azerbaijan and number of countries
Azerbaijan and the Maldives have mutually exempted holders of ordinary passports from visa requirements.
EU Council of Ministers discusses partnership with Armenia
Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan, participating in the Council of the European Union's Foreign Affairs Council, reported on discussions concerning the Armenia-EU partnership.
Moscow and Riyadh sign visa waiver agreement
Russia and Saudi Arabia have signed an intergovernmental agreement on the mutual abolition of visa requirements for holders of all types of passports: a foreign, diplomatic, or service one.
EU assessment mission to visit Yerevan for visa liberalization discussions
The EU assessment mission will soon arrive in Yerevan for meetings and discussions with the Armenian government regarding the Armenia-EU Visa Liberalization Action Plan, the press service of the Armenian Ministry of Internal Affairs reported.
EU to stop issuing multiple-entry visas for Russians
The European Commission has announced a complete ban on issuing new multiple-entry visas to Russian citizens.
EU stops issuing multiple-entry Schengen visas to Russians - report
The European Union has stopped issuing multiple-entry Schengen tourist visas to Russian citizens in most cases, Politico reported, citing European officials.
Russia-Jordan visa-free travel to begin in December
The agreement between Russia and Jordan on the mutual cancellation of visa requirements will come into force on December 13, 2025, the Russian Foreign Ministry said.
EU Commission may sanction Georgia and suspend visa-free travel
The European Commission is considering the possibility of imposing sanctions against Georgia and suspending its visa-free regime. The level of political contact has already been reduced to a minimum.
Greece rejects proposal on visa ban for Russians
Greece has blocked the EU proposal to introduce new restrictions on the issuance of visas to Russian citizens, the Greek news portal reported.
Russians now able to visit China visa-free
Starting today, Russians with a regular foreign passport can step into China without a visa and stay for up to 30 days.
Visa-free agreement with Kazakhstan ratified in Armenia
Armenian parliamentarians have approved the visa-free agreement with Kazakhstan. The Central Asian republic ratified this document last week.
Putin expresses gratitude to China for visa-free travel for Russians
China's abolition of visas for Russians is a landmark event, Vladimir Putin said. The Russian President has expressed gratitude to the Chinese leadership for this decision.
