State Duma relaxes visa laws for Champions League final
Published: 08 May, 2008, 19:12
Russia's lower house of parliament has passed a law to relax visa restrictions for foreign citizens attending special events. The new legislation was prompted by the all-English Champions League final to be held in Moscow on May 21.
The idea of a line stretching from the Embassy all the way to Buckingham Palace was a frightening one. But the Russian parliament has found a way out.
Now fans with a ticket and passport will be allowed to travel without a visa.
08.05.2008, 19:11
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09.05.2008, 13:51
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