Visa history of Russia

Turkish and Azerbaijani nationals will be able to travel passport-free between the two countries as of April 1, Turkey's Foreign Ministry said on March 29.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced current measures and restrictions on movement within Europe and around the world:

She stated that Russian delegation in Sochi consisted of 200 members, who were regularly issued visas in the past.
Zakharova had commented on Facebook on the reaction of US officials who stated that they had reviewed every single visa request, adding that the procedure is confidential, and that they have taken this duty "quite seriously".

Russia will provide e-visas for trips to St. Petersburg and Leningrad region as of Oct. 1. Foreign nationals, including citizens of Turkey, will be able to get single-entry electronic visas for trips to St. Petersburg and Leningrad region for trade, humanitarian and touristic travels.

Visa-free travel between Russia and Turkey goes into effect starting today, said Turkish Foreign Ministry in a statement on Aug 7.

Russia's president signed on July 25 a decree partially restoring a previous visa-free regime with Turkey.

A special visa agreement between Greece and Australia went into effect on Monday, July 1, making it easier for young people to travel between the two countries and enjoy an extended holiday.

The European Union passed a regulation on June 6 on the visa code regulation to improve conditions for legitimate travelers, as well as increase the tools available to respond to the challenges posed by illegal migration.         

The EU Council has announced that it has adopted changes to the Visa Code, which will improve the conditions for legal travelers and increase the opportunities for countering illegal migration, writes BTA. 

Ankara welcomed Moscow's move to lift visa requirements for Turkish service passport holders and truck drivers traveling to Russia, according to a Turkish foreign ministry spokesman on Feb. 6.