Cyprus to charge Russians for tourist visas

Cypriot authorities have announced that Cyprus will no longer apply facilitated rules for Russian citizens applying for tourist visas. Foreign Ministry sources told news site Philenews that starting from December 1, the country will start charging Russians that apply for tourist visas; they were previously exempt from visa fees. In line with the new rules set to enter into force next month, the holders of a Russian passport who are currently exempt from visa fees will have to pay €80 when applying for a tourist visa, SchengenVisaInfo.com reported. The price of €80 will only apply to adult...