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EU prepares tighter Schengen visa rules for Russian nationals as security concerns rise
ČTK reports that EU institutions are finalising plans to tighten Schengen visa rules for Russian citizens, with draft legislation expected in early 2027. The move—backed by countries including Czechia—would introduce tougher screening and shorter validity periods in response to security threats linked to Moscow. Czech businesses employing Russian staff should review visa statuses and prepare for possible travel disruptions.
Track Works on Prague’s S9 Corridor: Czech Railways Curtails Services Between Uhříněves and Říčany From 11 October
Track realignment works tied to the Prague Ring Road force Czech Railways to run single-track operations and shorten many S9 suburban trains between Praha-Uhříněves and Říčany from 11 October to 3 November 2026. Extra coaches, special bus line XS9 and emergency stops by fast trains aim to keep commuter capacity, but passengers should expect 5-10-minute delays and altered timetables.
Day-long lane closure on D8 corridor into Prague may affect airport transfers and freight shipments
Maintenance works have closed one lane of the D8 motorway towards Prague on 11 October 2026 (07:30–16:30). The D8 is the main road link from Germany to Prague Airport, so business travellers and freight forwarders should expect delays and consider alternative routes or earlier departures.
Prague Airport unions keep strike alert in place as new CEO faces pressure
Four of five trade-union organisations at Václav Havel Airport Prague confirmed on 10 October 2026 that their strike alert remains active, contradicting earlier suggestions of a stand-down. The groups say new CEO Radomír Lašák has yet to present a concrete airport strategy or address union demands for the 2027 collective agreement. While no strike date has been set, the alert enables unions to walk out on 24-hour notice—a risk that could snarl winter-season traffic. Business travellers and airlines are advised to monitor the situation and plan for possible delays.
Wizz Air revives Prague–Poprad flights, cutting travel time to High Tatras to one hour
Wizz Air will restart direct flights between Prague and Poprad-Tatry on 25 October 2026, offering three weekly rotations that slash journey times to Slovakia’s High Tatras to under an hour. Regional tourism bodies expect the link to boost Czech arrivals during the upcoming ski season, while businesses gain a convenient connection to the Poprad–Liptov industrial zone. The service supports Prague Airport’s drive to rebuild short-haul traffic and may be expanded if initial load factors are strong.