In the world there are many countries where visas are not needed for Russians. But every year their list changes, so before planning a vacation you need to know exactly what to choose from. Such foresight will help save money and will not bring surprises on vacation itself.
Neighboring countries
First of all, countries where visas are not needed for Russians are the former republics of the Soviet Union. But each country has its own entry regime. Consider each state in more detail.
Armenia
In order to visit Armenia, you do not need to apply for a passport. Russians are allowed to stay in the country for no more than three months.
Abkhazia
Despite the fact that only the Russian Federation recognized Abkhazia as an autonomous state, for citizens of our country entry into it is unhindered. This is exactly the option where visas are not needed for Russians and even a passport. But you can stay in the country no more than three months. But there is a loophole here: if you go abroad and enter again, the duration of your stay will be reset to zero and it will start again.
Azerbaijan
Russians have the right to stay in the country for no more than a month, but if you register, you can extend your stay to three months. It is important to know that ethnic Armenians are prohibited from entering Azerbaijan.
Belarus and Kazakhstan
An alliance has been concluded between our country and Belarus. For this reason, Russians can stay in the country indefinitely. But this is after registration. If you do not register, then the maximum period is three months.
The same rules apply for visiting Kazakhstan as for Belarus. But you need to register in the country for five days.
You may notice that no matter how many countries where visas are not needed for Russians, each has its own rules for visiting. In the territory of the former Soviet Union there are countries that cannot be entered without a visa, for example, Georgia, Turkmenistan.
European countries
There are not so many countries in Europe where Russians do not need a visa. Let's consider each of them in more detail. After all, the order of entry is different everywhere.
Macedonia
All Russian tourists need to enter Macedonia with a passport. A visa is not needed, but it is better for border guards to present a hotel or hotel reservation or a tourist voucher. The state allows Russians to stay on their territory for thirty days.
Herzegovina and Bosnia
These are the neighbors of Macedonia and, in fact, another Slavic state. The citizens of our country are always welcome there and do not pose obstacles to their entry. To visit the country, only a passport is enough. But the visit is limited to thirty days.
Montenegro
Another country where Russians do not need a visa is Montenegro. Russians will not need a visa only if thirty days are enough for the trip. For a long stay, you still have to do a visa. And another important point - the validity of a passport should be extended for another ninety days after visiting the country.
Serbia
Entry rules are regulated in the same way as in Macedonia, Montenegro and other Slavic countries. Namely, Russian tourists are allowed to stay in the country for no more than thirty days.
Albania
In this country, visas are canceled during the summer period - from May 25 to September 25. The country during this period can be visited for up to ninety days upon presentation of return tickets.
Cyprus
This is not a country where Russians do not need visas. The fact is that a visa is required only for entry. But here, too, is not so simple: in order to visit the southern part of the country, a visa is necessary, but you do not need a visa to travel to the northern part of the island. In the migration card, the stamps indicate the time of departure and entry. This is done so that subsequently the tourist does not have problems. Misunderstanding may arise if a tourist decides to visit a third country, the path to which lies through the southern side of the country.
Turkey
Russians are allowed to enter this country for two months without a visa. Once a year, it is permissible to issue an entry permit for a period of up to three months. But it is important to remember that citizens of the Russian Federation cannot be in the country for more than ninety days in six months. Passport also should not expire. They simply will not be allowed into Turkey if the foreign passport is not valid for another four months after entering the country.
Earlier, countries that did not need a visa for Russians included Croatia. But after joining the European Union, this country canceled visa-free entry. Now, to visit Croatia, you need to apply for a national visa.
Asian countries
Our country has always had good relations with the East. And it is not surprising that it is in this direction that most countries of the world are located, where the Russians do not need a visa. But despite the good relationship, certain entry rules still exist.
Israel
The citizens of Russia can visit the territory of this country for a period not exceeding ninety days. In addition, a Russian tourist must have a package of necessary documents for entry: return tickets, hotel or hotel reservation, medical insurance. Minimum number of Arabic marks in your passport is welcome. The term of validity of the latter shall not expire within the next six months.
Jordan
The period of stay of our fellow citizens in the country is one month. But it can be extended to one hundred eighty days.
Qatar
In Qatar, Russian tourists can stay for two weeks and only upon presentation of the reservation of the hotel or hotel. Those tourists who want to extend their stay should contact the appropriate authorities.
Bahrain
This country is the nearest neighbor of Qatar. It is notable for being one of the leaders in oil and gas production. The Russians have the right to be in the state for the same two weeks as in Qatar.
Kuwait
Another giant in gas and oil production allows the citizens of our country to live on their territory for a month. It is impossible to extend the period of stay without a visa.
Lebanon
Lebanon belongs to the list of countries where Russians do not need a visa. Border guards will only ask for a hotel reservation or a passport valid at the time of the trip.
Malaysia
To visit Malaysia, you do not need to apply for a visa in advance, because for our fellow citizens it is issued directly at the airport. This is completely free. The validity of such a visa is thirty days.
Maldives
In this country, as in Malaysia, Russians receive a visa upon arrival at the local airport. She also acts thirty days.
East direction
At the border of the country, a visa is pasted into the passport. Its validity is calculated in 28 days. Because this is exactly how much vacation can last under the Labor Code of Russia.
Entering Bangladesh, you need to buy a visa at the airport, its validity is equal to a month.
To visit Nepal, a visa is also issued, but already directly in the country. And you can also choose its validity period. There are several options - two weeks, a month or three months.
Russian citizens can only stay in Cambodia for a month, and only after purchasing a visa at the airport.
Hong Kong is ready to accept Russians for two weeks without a visa.
The same goes for Thailand and Vietnam. Only in the first you can stay for a month, and in the second - only for two weeks.
Philippine Islands
Another state included in the list of countries to which Russians do not need a visa. One of the options for staying in the country is staying without a visa for a month. The second option can be used if the month to stay in the country is not enough. To do this, you will need to apply for permission right at the airport to stay for 59 days.
South Korea
This country has opened visa-free entry for our compatriots relatively recently. Legally staying for two months. In order to stay longer you have to apply for a visa.
America countries
Whatever the stereotypes, many countries of the American continent are sympathetic towards Russia. Therefore, tourists can choose from a variety of destinations where Russians do not need a Schengen visa . Let us consider in detail each of the options.
Barbuda and Antigua
This beautiful island will open its arms to Russian citizens for up to a month. During this time, no one will ask for a visa. But if you want to linger, then you still have to draw up a document.
Bahamas
Another island of paradise, where the Russians are waiting. A visa to enter there is not needed. The period of official stay in the country for citizens of Russia is three months.
Argentina
In this "hot" country, Russians are allowed to stay for three months. As in other friendly states, Argentina does not have special entry requirements. Russians are not required to draw up Schengen.
Mexico and others
Officially, in order to come to the country, you need permission. But this is not a problem, since in order to receive it, it is enough to express your desire on the website of the Mexican embassy. Permission is issued immediately on the site.
In Barbados, Belize, visas are also not needed, and you can come no more than a month.
For Russians, entry to countries such as Brazil, Paraguay, Venezuela, Nicaragua is also free.
El Salvador, Colombia, Peru are ready to provide the Russians with three legal months to stay in the country. No visas required.
You can also stay in Guatemala and Haiti for up to three months quite legally. To visit the country do not need to apply for a visa.
In the Dominican Republic, a visa stamp is put on the passport. It is valid for no more than a month.
In St. Lucia, citizens of Russia can live up to six weeks. A visa is not required, even if the tourist wants to extend the stay. For this, you just need to contact the migration service.
Chile, Ecuador and Uruguay receive tourists from Russia for three months without a visa.
Cuba has the same entry rules as Jamaica, namely: the time spent by Russian citizens without a Schengen is thirty days.
African countries
The countries of this still mysterious continent are different from the countries of Europe, where Russians do not need a visa. But, nevertheless, they are waiting for the citizens of our state and create the most comfortable conditions for them.
In Namibia, Morocco, Botswana, guests from our country can freely live up to ninety days.
Ghana
To visit this country, you must first obtain a permit. To do this, go to the embassyβs website and arrange it. Upon arrival in the country you will need to get your visa.
Seychelles
To visit the islands, you do not need any additional documents. Within thirty days, any Russian can be in the country. To extend the period of stay, a visa is issued.
Togo
This country needs to be highlighted. Because it is in it that the smallest permitted period of stay of our tourists. It is only seven days. But it is issued as a visa period, which is pasted at the local airport into a foreign passport.
Tanzania is ready to accept tourists without a visa for three months. But in Egypt, Ethiopia, Cape Verde will not work to be more than thirty days.
Madagascar
It is noteworthy that without a visa you can live there for a month. But even at the airport it is possible to extend the term for an additional sixty days by simply pasting a visa into the passport.
It is worth noting that in addition to these countries, Russian citizens can rest on the islands of Fiji for up to three months or on the island of Mauritius for up to two months.
Visa to Cyprus
A lot of conflicting information about visiting this island. To visit this island, a visa is needed, but for our compatriots the procedure for obtaining it is very simplified. Of course, it is much more convenient to contact a travel agency, but not always more productively. Itβs easier to do everything yourself, but for this you will need:
- an invitation from a citizen of the country or a document confirming the reservation of a hotel;
- standard documents that are necessary for applying for a visa.
A very important point is the lack of consular fees. A visa is allocated for a day, which is also standard time.
In general, you can see that the choice for people without a visa is huge. Russians are welcome in all parts of the world, so there is no need to focus on one document. It is better to look at the list of countries where Russians do not need a visa than to upholster the consular thresholds . Indeed, out of more than fifty states there will surely be a place that will appeal to and be remembered for a long time.