The Russia-US visa liberalization agreement took effect as of September 9. Russians and Americans will now be able to obtain three-year multiple-entry business and tourist visas in order to visit each other's countries.
Previously, visas were granted for a maximum of two years. The visas will also allow an uninterrupted stay of up to six months in the country.
The visa costs for Russians will be reduced to between $160 and $180 in consular fees, plus a $20 visa issuance fee. A two-year visa previously cost $260.
The US Embassy in Moscow said that American applicants will no longer need to submit a letter of invitation when applying for a business or tourist visa, although US citizens applying for tourist visas to Russia will still need to have confirmation of hotel booking and travel agency arrangements.
http://www.rapsinews.com/legislation_news/20120910/264619486.html
http://www.rapsinews.com/legislation_news/20120910/264619486.html
No comments:
Post a Comment