As of July 15, the French visa center in Moscow has stopped accepting applications submitted via notarized power of attorney. Most applicants must now appear in person, even if travel agencies help with paperwork and appointments.

Following Italy’s lead (from May 2026), France now permits submissions only by the applicant. Agencies can…

Aeroflot has announced the resumption of regular direct flights between Moscow (Sheremetyevo) and the Seychelles, starting July 8. The national carrier will operate on this route during the summer season after a temporary pause, having previously served the destination only in the autumn, winter, and spring periods.  Flights will be conducted on…

In 2025, Russia issued 821,262 unified electronic visas, according to the Consular Department of the Foreign Ministry. These numbers are given in the article of ATOR (Association of Tour…