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EU Tightens Visa Rules for Russian Citizens Amid Security Concerns

11/7/2025

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The European Commission tightened visa rules for Russian citizens due to security concerns from Russia's aggression in Ukraine.
Russian nationals must obtain individual visas for each trip, ending multiple-entry permits.
Enhanced verification procedures will be applied to all visa applications.
Independent journalists and human rights defenders will receive exceptions.
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas emphasized that travel within the EU is a privilege, not a right.

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The European Commission tightened visa rules for Russian citizens due to security concerns from Russia's aggression in Ukraine.
Russian nationals must obtain individual visas for each trip, ending multiple-entry permits.
Enhanced verification procedures will be applied to all visa applications.
Independent journalists and human rights defenders will receive exceptions.
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas emphasized that travel within the EU is a privilege, not a right.