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UEFA says visa agreement in place with Russia
FIFA & UEFA - 02 May, 2008
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UEFA said Russia will take visas.
The governing body said it came to an agreement with Russian authorities to ease the visa problems expected when 50,000-plus fans descend on Moscow for the Champions League finals.
Obtaining a visa in Russia can a rugged process with visas issued with only a letter from that nation's private residences or a hotel confirming the applicant has sufficient accommodations.
UEFA spokesman William Gaillard said simplified visa procedures would be announced by the end of the week for the all-England match of Chelsea against Manchester United.
One concern for Russian authorities is dealing with English fans. They witnessed English law enforcement dealing with the fans during quarterfinal matches.
The governing body said it came to an agreement with Russian authorities to ease the visa problems expected when 50,000-plus fans descend on Moscow for the Champions League finals.
Obtaining a visa in Russia can a rugged process with visas issued with only a letter from that nation's private residences or a hotel confirming the applicant has sufficient accommodations.
UEFA spokesman William Gaillard said simplified visa procedures would be announced by the end of the week for the all-England match of Chelsea against Manchester United.
One concern for Russian authorities is dealing with English fans. They witnessed English law enforcement dealing with the fans during quarterfinal matches.
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