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Sweden urges EU to tighten rules on tourist visas for Russians

Thomson Reuters
Posted: Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 13:42
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Sweden’s migration minister urged the European Commission on Thursday to tighten rules on tourist visas for Russians, saying it was

Featured • Zone 2 Politics Politics (Finland)

Finland tightens entry rules for Russian business travelers and property owners

Thomas Nilsen, The Independent Barents Observer
Posted: Friday, July 7, 2023 at 11:02
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From July 10, Russians traveling with business visas to Schengen-Europe will no longer be allowed to transit through Finland. The

Featured • Zone 2 News Politics Politics (Norway)

Norway formally scraps Russia visa deal

Thomas Nilsen, The Independent Barents Observer
Posted: Thursday, September 22, 2022 at 10:08 — Last Updated: Thursday, September 22, 2022 at 10:13
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Higher costs, more papers and longer processing time. From September 22, Russians will find it harder to apply for visa