New visa center to be established by Japan in Russia
(MENAFN) Japan is set to establish a new visa center in Russia to handle a growing number of applications from Russian tourists, according to a document released Friday by the Japanese Embassy in Moscow.
The embassy has formally invited commercial proposals from operators to run the center, with a final selection expected by mid-November. Officials indicated that the decision follows a sharp increase in tourist visa requests received at both the Moscow embassy and the consulate general in St. Petersburg. The tender also allows for the possible opening of an additional center in Russia’s Far East, which could provide an advantage to bidders.
Japan’s move contrasts with many European countries, which have restricted or banned Russian visitors following the 2022 escalation of the Ukraine conflict, citing security concerns and holding ordinary Russians accountable for their government’s actions.
Moscow maintains that Western sanctions ultimately harm the countries imposing them and has continued to strengthen partnerships with other regions to mitigate the impact.
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