Russia: Reduced Stay Periods Implemented for Visa-Free Entry 

The maximum stay for most visa-free foreign nationals in Russia has been reduced to 90 days per calendar year, down from the previous 90 days within any 180-day period. In very limited circumstances, such foreign nationals can extend their stay, including for employment, education, and family ties with Russian nationals by submitting a request to the Ministry of Internal Affairs before their current stay expires. Note that visa-free nationals from countries that are members of bilateral agreements may be subject to other duration-related rules.    

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