Most journalists will not be able to attend Eurovision 2017

Despite claims that all organisational issues for the Eurovision 2017 song contest have been resolved to a high standard, the reality is different. It has emerged that most journalists will not be able to attend the contest.

A total of approximately 600 applications were submitted by media representatives, of which fewer than one-third were approved. Only 200 journalists received accreditation, as there was simply no space for the rest. For most events, such companies are offered the option of purchasing an entry ticket. However, a number of events are indeed free of charge. Nevertheless, it is unlikely that foreign press representatives will have time to obtain visas and fly in for them.

Among the media outlets that will not be able to cover the event are both Ukrainian and foreign journalists.