The Italian Embassy confirmed that it continues to accept visa applications from Russians through intermediaries, despite a ban imposed by the Russian tour operators association.

The Italian Embassy confirmed that it continues to accept visa applications from Russians through intermediaries, despite a ban imposed by the Russian tour operators association.

@meduzalive 14 May 2026, 16:06

Italian visa centers in Russia, VMS and AlmavivA, stopped accepting visa applications through third parties starting May 12.

@meduzalive 14 May 2026, 06:32