Published: 07.11.2025
The European Commission tightened the rules for multiple-entry Schengen visas for Russian citizens residing in Russia, with single-entry visas becoming the general rule. Limited exceptions remain for certain family members, transport workers and specific applicants, while Russian travel documents issued in occupied Ukrainian regions are not accepted for entry to the Schengen Area.
For Russian citizens planning travel to Czechia and other Schengen countries, repeat travel becomes less convenient because a single-entry visa is now the standard outcome. The measure primarily affects applicants who need to cross the border regularly, while limited exceptions remain for certain family members and transport workers. According to sources, the rule applies to new applications and is not retroactive, so prospective movers should account for potentially more frequent visa applications. The development is worth attention for anyone relying on frequent travel or using Czechia as part of a regular Schengen route.