The decision of the EU Council to tighten the visa regime with Russia has entered into force.

According to the report of APA with reference to TASS, according to the decision of the EU Council dated September 9, the fee for a short-term visa has been increased from 35 euros to 80 euros.

At the same time, the visa issuance period has been increased to 45 days, and the number of required documents has been increased.

Each EU member state is empowered to impose visa restrictions at the national level.