How Sanctions Are Reshaping the Russian Modeling Scene

After Russia’s move into Ukraine, the global community responded with various sanctions. One of the surprising sectors taking a hit? The modeling industry. The ladies who were once effortlessly hopping between international assignments now face major hurdles.

Air travel to and from Russia has become a challenging puzzle, with only a few routes available. Europe, a significant destination for models, is now less accessible due to visa clampdowns. And this isn’t just a European issue. Popular modeling spots outside Europe, like Bali, are rethinking their welcome mats. Specifically, Bali’s authorities have considered dropping their visa-on-arrival option for Russians and reviewing the request made to the Indonesian government on March 13, 2023.

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