Countries without visas for Russians. Cheap visa-free countries

Which countries can you go to without a pre-arranged visa for Russians in 2020, just one passport is enough.

In total, 147 countries are available for Russians in 2020, where they can fly and go without a visa, or there is a simplified procedure for obtaining entry permits at the border upon arrival or online. To visit them, it is enough to have a foreign passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation. Some states give permission to enter at the border. And there are those where you need to request a visa in advance, but you can do it online and in as soon as possible.

State name	Permitted period of stay for citizens of the Russian Federation (expressed in days)
Abkhazia	90	Passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation (internal or foreign).
Azerbaijan	90	International passport.
Albania	90 (between April 1 and October 31, 2020)	A foreign passport with a validity period of at least 180 days from the date of entry into the state; A ticket confirming the exit from the republic.
Antigua and Barbuda	30	International passport; Return ticket;
Argentina	90	International passport.
Armenia	180	An internal passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation or a foreign passport.
Bahamas	90	International passport.
Barbados	28	Passport with a validity period of at least 180 days; Invitation letter / Round trip tickets;
Belarus	90	Internal or foreign passport of the Russian Federation.
Bolivia	90	International passport; Return ticket; Booking hotel room; Evidence of the required amount of money.
Bosnia and Herzegovina	30	Passport valid for at least 90 days from the date of departure from the country; Return tickets; Invitation letter or document confirming the hotel reservation.
Botswana	90	International passport; Return ticket; Cash in the amount of $300 per person for 1 week stay in Botswana.
Brazil	90	Passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of departure; Return ticket; A document confirming the availability of a sufficient amount of money to stay in Brazil; A document confirming the hotel reservation.
Brunei	14	International passport; Hotel or hotel reservation; Evidence of the necessary amount of money to stay in the country; Return ticket.
Vanuatu	30	Passport with at least 6 months validity; Evidence of the required amount of funds; Return ticket.
Venezuela	90	Ticket; A document confirming the availability of a sufficient amount of money to stay in Venezuela.
Vietnam	15	Passport with a validity period of at least 180 days; Return ticket.
Gambia	56	International passport; Return ticket; 69 USD at border crossings on the ground.
Haiti	90	International passport; Return ticket.
Guyana	90	Foreign passport with a validity period of at least 180 days; Return ticket;
Guatemala	90	International passport; Return ticket; Proof of funds for the stay.
Honduras	90	International passport; Return ticket; Sufficient amount of money; Hotel reservation or invitation letter.
Hong Kong	14	Passport valid for at least 30 days; Return ticket.
Grenada	90	Foreign passport, the period of validity of which must be at least 180 days; Sufficient amount of money; Hotel reservation.
Georgia	365	Passport of the Russian Federation. It is important to remember that it is strictly forbidden to enter Georgia through Abkhazia or South Ossetia.
Dominica	21	International passport; Return ticket; A document confirming the reservation of a hotel room or an invitation letter; Sufficient amount of money (50 USD per person per day).
Dominican Republic	30	International passport; Return ticket.
West Sahara	90	International passport; Return ticket.
Israel	90	International passport; Return ticket;
Indonesia	30	International passport; Return ticket; A document confirming the reservation of a hotel room;
Kazakhstan	90
Kyrgyzstan		Internal or foreign passport of the Russian Federation.
Colombia	90	International passport; Return ticket; A document confirming the reservation of a hotel room; The required amount of money.
Costa Rica	90	International passport; Return ticket.
Cuba	30	International passport; Return ticket; Required funds in the amount of 50 USD per person per day.
Laos	30	Passport valid for at least 6 months.
Mauritius	183	International passport.
Macau	30	International passport; Return ticket.
Macedonia	30	International passport; Medical insurance policy; The required amount of money.
Malaysia	30	International passport; Return tickets; The required amount of funds is $500 per person.
Maldives	90	International passport; Hotel reservation; Return ticket.
Morocco	90	International passport.
micronesia	30	International passport; Return ticket; The required amount of money.
Moldova	90	International passport.
Mongolia	30	International passport.
Nagorno-Karabakh	180	International passport.
Namibia	90	International passport.
Nicaragua	90	International passport; Return ticket; Cash in the amount of 200 US dollars per person.
Niue	30	International passport; Return ticket; Cash in the amount of USD 56 per person; Invitation letter or travel voucher.
Cook Islands	31	International passport; Return ticket; Hotel reservation; Cash in the amount of $40 per person per day.
Palau	30	International passport; The amount of funds is not less than 200 US dollars per person for 7 days of stay in Palau; Hotel reservation.
Palestine	90	International passport.
Panama	180	International passport.
Paraguay	90	International passport.
Peru	183	International passport; Return ticket; Hotel reservation; The required amount of money.
Transnistria	180
Salvador	90	International passport; Return ticket; The required amount of money.
Seychelles	30	International passport; Return tickets; Hotel reservation or travel voucher; The required amount of money is 150 USD per person per day.
Senegal	90	International passport; Return ticket.
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines	30	International passport; Return ticket; Booking a hotel room.
Saint Kitts and Nevis	90	International passport; The required amount of money; Return ticket.
Saint Lucia	45	International passport; Return ticket.
Serbia	30	International passport.
Suriname	90	International passport; Return ticket.
Tajikistan	Unlimited stay at the discretion of the migration service	Internal or foreign passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation.
Thailand	30	International passport; Return ticket.
Taiwan	14	International passport; Return ticket.
Turks and Caicos	90	International passport; Return ticket.
Tonga	31	International passport.
Trinidad and Tobago	90	International passport; Return ticket; Hotel reservation.
Tuvalu	30	International passport; Return ticket.
Tunisia	90	International passport; Return ticket.
Türkiye	60	International passport; Hotel reservation.
Uzbekistan	Unlimited stay at the discretion of the migration service	International passport.
Ukraine	90	International passport; Invitation from the country.
Uruguay	90	International passport; Return ticket.
Philippines	30	International passport; The required amount of money; Return ticket.
Montenegro	30	International passport.
Chile	90	International passport; Return ticket.
Ecuador	90	International passport.
Eswatini (formerly Swaziland)	30	International passport; A document confirming the hotel reservation; The required amount of money.
South Africa	90	International passport; Documents confirming the reservation of a hotel room or other place of residence in the country.
South Korea	60	International passport; A document confirming the reservation of a hotel room.
South Ossetia	90	Passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation.
Jamaica	90	International passport; Return ticket; Cash in the amount of USD 20 per person per day.

When entering any state, you must fill out a migration card.

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List of countries where visa on arrival is available

State name	Permitted period of stay	The cost of obtaining a visa	Required documents for border crossing
Bangladesh	30	$50	Foreign passport (validity travel document at least 180 days); Return ticket; Evidence of sufficient funds.
Bahrain	14	$66	Foreign passport (valid for at least 180 days); Return ticket; Authorization letter from the Ministry of Interior of Bahrain; Printout of the electronic entry permit.
Burundi	30	$40	International passport; Authorization document issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
	60	$90
East Timor	30	$30	International passport.
Guinea-Bissau	90	85 EUR	Passport valid for at least 6 months; Return tickets; Invitation; Financial guarantees; Yellow fever vaccination certificate.
Djibouti	30	$90	Entry permit form (issued at the point customs control); International passport.
Egypt	30	$25
Zambia	90	$50	International passport; A photocopy of the travel document; Medical opinion; Round trip tickets.
Zimbabwe	90	$30	International passport; Return ticket; Sufficient amount of money.
Jordan	60	40 dinars	Foreign passport with a validity period of at least 180 days; Hotel reservation. If a person arrives and departs in Aqaba, then he is not required to pay for a visa.
Iran	30	40 euro	Foreign passport valid for at least 6 months; Photograph 30 by 40 mm.
Cape Verde	90	25 euro	Foreign passport + copy; Return ticket.
Cambodia	30	$30	International passport; photograph; Entry confirmation issued on the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Qatar	30	For free	Passport valid for at least six months; Return tickets; Hotel reservation; Confirmation of solvency (availability of at least 1500 USD).
Comoros	45	30 euro	Foreign passport with a validity period of more than 6 months; Return ticket;
China, hainan island	30	For free	A foreign passport with a validity period of at least 180 days.
Lebanon	30	For free	International passport; A document confirming a hotel reservation or an invitation letter.
Mauritania	30	100 EUR	International passport; Return tickets; Tourist voucher.
Madagascar	90	35 EUR or 37 USD	International passport; Return tickets.
Marshall Islands	90	For free	International passport; Letter of pre-approval of the visa application from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the country.
Mozambique	30	52 EUR or 55 USD	International passport; Return ticket; Sufficient amount of money.
Nauru	14	For free	International passport; Return ticket.
Nepal	15	25 USD	International passport; Questionnaire; Photographs in the amount of 2 pieces.
UAE	30	For free	International passport; Return ticket; Hotel reservation or invitation.
Oman	10	6 Omani rials	International passport; Return ticket; Hotel reservation or invitation.
Pitcairn	14	44 pounds	International passport; Ticket; The required amount of money in the amount of 300 US dollars per person for 7 days of stay in the country.
Rwanda		30 USD	International passport; Return ticket; Financial guarantees.
Samoa	60	For free	International passport; Return ticket; Financial guarantees.
Sao Tome and Principe	30	$50	Permit issued through the airline; International passport; Ticket.
Saudi Arabia	60	440 rials (approx. 140 USD)	Medical insurance; Hotel reservation.
Saint Helena Island (Ascension and Tristan da Cunha)	183	17GBP	Passport with a validity period of more than 6 months; Medical insurance; Return tickets; Hotel reservation; Financial guarantees.
Tanzania	90	$50	International passport; Medical opinion; Return ticket; Required amount of cash in the amount of 3.5 USD per person per day.
Turks and Caicos	7	$16	Passport valid for 6 months; Information about vaccinations.
Togo	7	10000 CFA (16 USD)	International passport; Medical certificate confirming the presence of vaccination against yellow fever.
Turkmenistan	10	$155	International passport; An invitation letter can only be obtained by the civil service of a given country for the registration of foreign residents.
Uganda	90	100 dollars	International passport; The required amount of money.
Fiji	120	For free	International passport; Return tickets; Financial guarantees.
CAR	7	$40	International passport; A document confirming the passage of vaccination against yellow fever; Return ticket.
Sri Lanka	30	40 USD upon arrival, 35 USD - in case of preliminary registration of an e-visa	Permission obtained in advance from the portal "ETA" (issued in 24-48 hours); International passport; The required amount of money in the amount of 15 dollars per person per day; Return ticket.
Eritrea	30	$50	Invitation letter; International passport; Photocopy of 1 page of the travel document; photograph; Return ticket.
Ethiopia	30	$50	International passport; Return ticket; The required amount of money.

Countries that open visa on arrival require every family member, regardless of age, to have a passport.

List of countries to which you can apply for an e-visa

• Angola, 120 USD.
• Gabon 90 days, 100 EUR.
• India 30 days, 25 USD.
• Kenya 90 days, 50 USD.
• Cyprus 90 days, free.
• Mexico 180 days, free.
• Montserrat 90 days, 50 USD.
• Myanmar 28 days, 50 USD.
• Oman, 10 days, 5 Omani rials.
• Rwanda 30 days, 30 USD.
• Samoa Eastern (American) 30 days, 20 USD.
• Sao Tome and Principe 20 EUR.
• Solomon islands 90 days, free.
• Sierra Leone 30 days, 140 USD.
• Tristan da Cunha, free

Countries with visa-free transit

State name	Permitted length of stay
Anguilla	24 hours
Aruba	24 hours
Bulgaria	36 hours
Bonaire, St Eustatius and Saba (Netherlands Antilles Islands)	48 hours
Great Britain	24 hours
China	72 hours Transit only available in Guangzhou, Beijing, Shanghai, Chongqing, Chengdu
Curacao	48 hours
New Zealand	24 hours Visa-free transit is possible if the final destination of the flight is Australia
Romania	24 hours
Singapore	96 hours

Countries that you can enter with a visa of another state

State name	What country visa is allowed to enter
Albania	Schengen, USA
Anguilla	Great Britain
Aruba	Schengen, USA
Belize	Schengen, USA
Bermuda	UK, USA, Canada
Bulgaria	Schengen, Cyprus, Romania, Croatia
O. Bonaire, Saba and Saint Eustatius	Schengen, USA, Canada
Guadeloupe	french schengen
Guiana French	french schengen
Gibraltar	Schengen, UK
Guam	USA
Ireland	Great Britain
Cyprus	Schengen, Bulgaria, Romania
Kosovo	Schengen
O. curacai	Schengen, USA
Mayotte	french schengen
Mariana Islands	USA
Martinique	french schengen
Marshall Islands	USA
Mexico	USA, Schengen
Montserrat	Schengen, USA
New Caledonia	french schengen
O. Norfolk	Australia
Oman	USA
Polynesia French	french schengen
Puerto Rico	USA
reunion	french schengen
Romania	Schengen, Croatia, Bulgaria, Cyprus
Saint Barthélemy	french schengen
Saint Martin	French Schengen, USA, Canada
Saint Pierre and Miquelon	french schengen
Sao Tome and Principe	Schengen, USA
Turks and Caicos	UK, USA, Canada
Wallis and Futuna	french schengen
Croatia	Schengen, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Romania

Schengen visas for entry into the above countries must be open and multiple (double).

Countries that have concluded an agreement with Russia on LBT (Local Border Traffic)

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	Season	average temperature air during the day	Water temperature during peak season
Thailand	November - April	+32° С	+28.5°С
Vietnam	November - April	+30° С	+25° С
India	December-February	+32° С	+27° С
Sri Lanka	All year round	+31.5° С	+30° С
Cyprus	May-October	+30° С	+27.5° С
Türkiye	May-October	+34° С	+30° С
Montenegro	April-October	+28° С	+25° С
Egypt	April-October	+33° С	+27° С
Cuba	November - April	+30° С	+26° С
Dominican Republic	All year round	+29° С	+29° С
Tunisia	May-October	+29° С	+26° С
Morocco	May-October	+28° С	+25° С
Georgia	May-October	+30° С	+25° С
Abkhazia	May-October	+29° С	+25° С
Mexico	November-April	+32° С	+28° С

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Visa-free countries of the former USSR

It is possible to travel to some countries of the former Soviet Union on an internal general Russian passport in 2020.

Countries you can enter without a passport

Abkhazia, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan welcome tourists from Russia and allow them to stay on their territory for a period not exceeding 90 days. After the specified period, you must either register or leave the countries.

In these countries, you can carry out on the internal passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation.

Belarus is a friendly state to Russia

Mount Ala-Too in Kyrgyzstan

Armenia

Visiting Armenia is possible without a passport, if a citizen of the Russian Federation arrives at the airport of this country, and is limited to a period of stay of 90 days.

The nature of the country attracts tourists who conduct hiking and horseback excursions through virgin nature, beautiful and flowering mountain meadows. Numerous monuments of history and architecture allow you to plunge into the life of the people from time immemorial and feel like a small part of that time.

Panorama of Hong Kong at night

India

To visit India, a visa is required, but the conditions for obtaining it have been greatly simplified. , which are issued upon arrival in the country at the airport.

The visa is issued for 30 days, 1 year or at the request of the applicant. You can stay in the country for no more than 90 days during one trip.

An application for an electronic visa is left at least 3-4 days before a trip to India on the site. On the portal, you will need to fill out a questionnaire and pay a fee of 25 USD for a visa for 30 days. To fill out the electronic form, you will need a valid foreign passport. The e-visa is valid for 30 days, 1 year, 5 years.

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Where to relax by the sea abroad inexpensively is the most popular question of tourists, and not only in times of crisis. Many countries in Europe, Asia and America can offer you a cheap vacation at sea: the prices for food, hotels and entertainment, even at the current ruble and dollar exchange rate, remain acceptable there. But the flight to many places will cost a huge amount. Therefore, today we offer you 5 countries, where you can relax at sea abroad inexpensively, even taking into account the price of air tickets.

The Internet is now full of articles from the category "Where to relax at sea abroad inexpensively." But many authors, describing the cheapness of recreation in these places, miss the most important point. Choosing the cheapest countries for tourists, the compilers of the ratings cite ridiculous prices for food and hotels as an example, but forget about the cost of the flight. And as a result, the lists of countries where it is cheaper to relax at sea abroad are headed either by Argentina or Guatemala. No doubt, these are really very inexpensive countries for sea holidays, but not for Russians. Because before you chic in Guatemala for $ 10 a day, you first need to get to it.

Therefore, in our article about countries where it is inexpensive to relax at sea abroad even with the current ruble exchange rate, we will take into account three main points:

• flight cost,
• food expenses,
• hotel price.

This is a mandatory cost for all tourists. Everything else (excursions, entertainment, transportation costs, souvenirs, etc.) is very individual, so we will not take these costs into account. Considering how wide our native country is, we will quote prices for air tickets from three cities at once - the capital, northern capital and capitals of Siberia. So, where to relax at sea abroad inexpensively: the cheapest countries for tourism in Europe and Asia.

Where to relax at sea abroad inexpensively: TOP 5 countries for a cheap holiday

Bulgaria: everything is inexpensive, everything is clear

Bulgaria will not only always be among the countries where any tourist from Russia can have a cheap vacation at the sea abroad. Bulgaria is also a great place for the first trip abroad. Everything seems familiar here: in Bulgaria they write in Cyrillic, Bulgarian cuisine is very close to all residents of Eastern Europe, and a little away from the bright resort area- and you find yourself in the post-Soviet reality with gray houses and faces.

Airfare to Bulgaria: from $125

• Air ticket Moscow - Varna: from $125
• Air ticket St. Petersburg - Varna: from $130
• Air ticket Novosibirsk - Varna: from $240

Prices for hotels in Bulgaria: from 15 dollars

Food prices in Bulgaria (for two): from $30 per day

Lunch (meat dish or local shawarma + coffee): $5-10
Dinner (meat dish in a restaurant + a bottle of wine) - $ 20-30

Total: a week of rest in Bulgaria costs from 895 dollars for two

Airfare to Bulgaria and back: from $500
Hotel accommodation for 7 days: from $105
Food 7 days: from $210
Visas: $80

Bulgaria is perhaps the most cheap country in Europe for tourists. Therefore, it consistently gets into all the ratings of countries where almost anyone can afford to relax at the seaside abroad.
Photo: Photo: Interhotel Cherno More .

Georgia: Wow, how cheap!

Georgia is not only mountains, sea, khinkali and Kindzmarauli. This, along with Bulgaria, is also one of those countries where you can have a cheap seaside vacation abroad without fear of a language and cultural barrier. As in Soviet times, Georgia is still hospitable, still budget-friendly, and still speaks Russian – at least in places where there are a lot of tourists from Russia. The main seaside resort of the country, Batumi, is just one of such places.

Airfare to Georgia: from $130

• Air ticket Moscow - Batumi: from $130
• Air ticket St. Petersburg - Batumi: from $139
• Air ticket Novosibirsk - Batumi: from 200 dollars

Prices for hotels in Georgia: from 10 dollars

Food prices in Georgia (for two): from $30 per day

Breakfast (omelet or sandwich + tea): $5-10
Lunch (10 khinkali + coffee): $5-10
Dinner (two servings of shish kebab with garnish and a bottle of wine): $20-30

Total: a week of rest in Georgia costs from $ 800 for two

Airfare to Batumi and back: from $520
Hotel accommodation for 7 days: from $70
Food 7 days: from $210

Where to relax on the sea abroad inexpensively: Batumi is the famous Georgian hospitality and no less famous Georgian prices.
Photo: Rock Hotel First Line.

Türkiye: All Inclusive and Nothing Off

One of the goals of our site is to dispel misconceptions. One of the misconceptions of Russian tourists is that Turkey was “closed” and now it is allegedly “opened”. Dear friends! Nothing like that: Turkey has always been open, visa-free and one of the cheapest countries where you can relax at sea abroad inexpensively. It was only forbidden to sell package tours there. More details in our articles:

No one forbade and does not forbid you to buy air tickets and fly on your own to rest in this country beautiful beaches, majestic mountains and generous all-inclusive. Moreover, from many cities in Russia you can fly to the resorts of Turkey both directly and with a transfer in Moscow or Istanbul. And you can book a hotel with all-inclusive meals through the reservation system.

Airfare to Turkey: from $80

• Air ticket Moscow - Antalya: from 80 dollars
• Air ticket St. Petersburg - Antalya: from 150 dollars
• Air ticket Novosibirsk - Antalya: from 200 dollars
• Air ticket Moscow - Alania: from 80 dollars
• Air ticket St. Petersburg - Alanya: from $135
• Air ticket Novosibirsk - Alania: from 200 dollars

Tips for finding flights to Turkey: if tickets from your city to Antalya or Alanya are too expensive, try to search cheap flights to istanbul. And from there there are many inexpensive ways to get to the resorts of the Turkish Mediterranean - both by air and by land.

Prices for all-inclusive hotels in Turkey: from $45

We will not calculate food prices in Turkey - why, if you can stay in a decent hotel and eat and drink on an all-inclusive basis? What's more, it's quite inexpensive! When you view hotels, do not forget to check the box "All inclusive":

Tip for booking all inclusive hotels in Turkey: on the most popular booking system Booking.com All-inclusive hotels are sometimes too expensive. The same hotels with the same "all-inclusive" can be found on other booking systems at times cheaper. Therefore, we advise you to look for hotels not through Booking, but through hotel search engine Hotellook- it compares prices for the same hotels in different booking systems and gives you the best options for the price. In addition, Hotellook, unlike Booking, gives you the opportunity to sort all-inclusive hotels. When you select a hotel, Hotellook will take you to the booking engine website (Booking.com, Agoda.com, Ostrovok.ru, etc.) where the booking takes place.

Total: a week of rest in Turkey costs from $635 for two

Airfare to Alanya and back: from $320
Hotel accommodation 7 days on "all inclusive": from $ 315

Where to relax on the sea abroad inexpensively: Turkey has always been and will be a warm, hospitable country. And after the ban on the sale package tours tourists have the opportunity to see the local color and beautiful nature behind the endless "all inclusive".

Thailand: affordable exotic

Of those countries where you can inexpensively relax on the sea in summer and winter, Thailand is the most exotic. And at the same time very accessible and familiar: none of the countries South-East Asia not traveled by tourists like Thailand; none of the Southeast Asian countries has as many flights from Russia as to Thailand, and none of the neighboring countries There is not so much information on the Internet. Including on our website. For example, here are some of our articles that will help you spend your holidays in Thailand brightly and at the same time inexpensively:

And now more about the prices in the country, where you can inexpensively relax at sea abroad at any time of the year.

Airfare to Thailand: from $200

• Air ticket Moscow — Bangkok: from 200 dollars
• Air ticket St. Petersburg — Bangkok: from $220
• Air ticket Novosibirsk — Bangkok: from $260
• Air ticket Moscow - Phuket: from $240
• Air ticket St. Petersburg — Phuket: from $265
• Air ticket Novosibirsk — Phuket: from $370

Prices for hotels in Thailand: from 12 dollars

Food prices in Thailand (for two): from $16 per day

Breakfast (omelette or sandwich + coffee): $3
Lunch (Rice with Meat Khao Pad + Water): $3
Dinner (soup + beer): $10

Total: a week of rest in Thailand costs from $ 1,000 for two

Airfare to Bangkok and back: from $800
7 days hotel stay: from $84
Food 7 days: from $112

Thailand is one of those countries where you can have a cheap seaside vacation at any time of the year.

Vietnam: how much is beer under communism?

Together with Thailand Vietnam is one of the countries where a cheap seaside vacation is possible at any time of the year. For many, Vietnam as a holiday destination is even more comfortable than Thailand. One of the reasons - the local cuisine is much more familiar to the European stomach - years of communication with the French and Russians affected. Moreover, communication is so close that the main resorts of Vietnam today are completely Russified: you won’t walk a hundred meters along Nha Trang or Mui Ne so as not to meet the obligatory Matryoshka cafe or at least the USSR store. And the prices for many products here are even lower than in Thailand. For example, beer or bread costs half a dollar, wine - $5. More details in our articles:

• Where can you relax in the summer on the sea inexpensively, except for Turkey and Bulgaria? As always, in Vietnam! In June, July and August the weather here is hot, dry and windless.
  Photo: InterContinental Nha Trang.

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Oh, to put things in a suitcase, take a passport, buy a ticket and immediately be on the seashore. Without collecting unnecessary documents and long visa processing… Tell me, is it a dream? Not at all. The main thing is to make the right choice. After all, there are many countries in the world that will accept Russians without first obtaining an entry visa. So let's get started!

Abkhazia

When entering the country, they will only require to present a passport or a passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation.

Azerbaijan

You can stay in the country without a visa for 90 days. To enter, it is enough to present a passport.

Antigua and Barbuda

You can stay in the country without a visa for up to 28 days.

Argentina

Armenia

To enter the country, it is enough to present a passport.

Bahamas

You can stay up to 90 days without a visa.

Bangladesh

The visa is issued upon arrival in the country. But it is valid for no more than 15 days.

Bahrain

The visa is issued upon arrival in the state. Valid for 14 days.

Barbados

You can stay in the country for up to 28 days without a visa.

Belarus

Visa is not required.

Bosnia and Herzegovina

You can stay in the country without a visa for 30 days. True, at the entrance you will need to present documents confirming that you have booked a hotel room, or an invitation from an individual or legal entity.

Botswana

Brazil

If the period of stay in the country does not exceed 90 days within six months, and the purpose of your visit is tourism, visiting relatives and friends, a business trip, then a visa is not required.

Venezuela

You can stay in the country without a visa for 90 days.

Vanuatu

You can stay in the country without a visa for 30 days.

Vietnam

You can stay in the country without a visa for up to 15 days. But only if you arrived in Vietnam as a tourist, on a private or business visit. To enter the country, it is enough to present a passport. But keep in mind that the document must be valid for three months after your planned date of return to your homeland. In addition, you will have to show return tickets or tickets to the country you are going to from Vietnam.

Guatemala

Hong Kong

You can stay in the state for 14 days without a visa.

Haiti

You can stay in the country for 3 months without a visa.

Grenada

You can stay in the country for 90 days without a visa.

Dominica

You can stay in the state for up to 21 days without a visa.

Dominican Republic

Visa is not required. But at the airport you will come to pay tourist map. She has an expiration date. Therefore, if you need to renew your card, please contact your local police department. You will have to pay an additional tax for this. And if you do not renew the card on time, you will be fined. By the way, you will have to fork out for leaving the country - pay a fee.

Egypt

Visa is not required. But at the airport you have to pay a fee.

Israel

You can stay in the country for 90 days without a visa. True, only if you arrived as a tourist, visiting relatives or friends, or for a short time on business, but not related to making a profit in Israel. But whatever the purpose of the visit, you must have the following documents with you:

- international passport. Moreover, its validity period at the time of entry into the country must be at least six months;

- air tickets (electronic or booking tickets are fine). The main thing is that the date of departure is fixed;

– a medical insurance policy for the provision of services abroad for the entire duration of the trip;

– confirmation of hotel reservation (in any form – original, printout, etc.) or travel agency voucher (if you arrived in the country as a tourist), invitation (if you came to visit or at the invitation of any enterprise – original or copy) . The invitation must specify the duration of the visit, the address where the guest of the country will live, as well as the personal data of the invitee and the invitee.

Jordan

You can apply for a visa at the airport upon arrival. And when you leave, you will have to pay an exit tax.

Indonesia

You can apply for a visa upon arrival. Its validity period is 30 days.

Kazakhstan

You can stay in the country for 90 days without a visa. Moreover, for entry it is enough to have a passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation.

Kyrgyzstan

You can stay in the country for 90 days without a visa. Passport entry.

China, Hainan island

Visa is not required.

Colombia

Costa Rica

Cuba

Laos

You can stay in the country for up to 15 days without a visa.

Macedonia

You can stay in the country for up to 30 days without a visa.

Mauritius

The visa is issued at the airport upon arrival. Its term is 15 days. But if necessary, it can be extended. When leaving the country, you will have to pay a fee. And pay attention to the passport - it must be valid for six months from the date of your entry into the country.

Malaysia

You can stay in the country for 30 days without a visa. But the passport must be valid for six months from the date of your entry into the country.

Maldives

A visa for 30 days can be issued at the airport upon arrival. And, completely free. You will be asked to present an international passport, which expires no earlier than the end of your visit to the country. In addition, you will have to show return tickets, which indicate the date of departure to your homeland, and travel agency vouchers. You will have to pay a fee to leave the country.

Morocco

You can stay in the country for 90 days without a visa. When crossing the border, you need to have the following documents:

- a passport, the validity of which expires no earlier than your departure from this country;

- return tickets;

– confirmation that you have enough money for the duration of your visit to the country.

micronesia

You can stay in the country for 30 days without a visa.

Moldova

You can stay in the country for up to 90 days without a visa.

Namibia

You can stay in the country for up to 3 months without a visa.

Nicaragua

Cook Islands

You can stay in the country for up to 31 days without a visa. The host country will only require proof of hotel booking.

Peru

You can stay in the country for up to 90 days without a visa.

Samoa Western

You can stay in the country for up to 60 days without a visa.

Swaziland

You can stay in the country for up to 1 month without a visa.

Severn e Mariana Islands

You can stay in the country for up to 45 days without a visa. The host party will only require to present return tickets.

Seychelles

You can stay in the country for up to 1 month without a visa. You only need to provide confirmation that you have booked hotel rooms.

Serbia

You can stay in the country for up to 30 days without a visa.

WITH ingapore

Without a visa, only transit is possible - up to 96 hours. To do this, you will have to present tickets to the country to which you will travel from Singapore.

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

The visa is issued upon arrival in the country. The term is 30 days.

Tajikistan

You can stay in the country for up to 90 days without a visa. Passport entry.

Turks and Caicos

You can stay in the country for up to 30 days without a visa.

Thailand

You can stay in the country for up to 30 days without a visa. True, only if you came to Thailand as a tourist. You must have a passport with you, the validity of which expires no earlier than six months from the date of your entry into the country. In addition, you will need to fill out a migration card. Your passport will be stamped with the date of entry.

Tunisia

You can stay in the country for up to 30 days without a visa. But provided that the tour is issued through a travel agency and you arrive in Tunisia on a direct flight. Upon arrival, you will need to present your travel agency voucher and return tickets, as well as fill out a migration card. You will be stamped at the airport.

Türkiye

Visa is not required. You can issue it at any point of entry into the country within half an hour. In a special window you will need to pay a fee for a visa. Then it will be pasted into the passport. And at the passport control, the guest of the country will put an entry stamp.

Ukraine

Visa is not required. It is enough to present a passport or a passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation. In addition, you will need to fill out a migration card. If you are traveling with a passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation, then the entry and exit stamp is affixed only to the migration card. If on a foreign passport, then also in a passport. The migration card must be returned to the border guards upon departure.

Uzbekistan

You can stay in the country for up to 90 days without a visa.

Fiji

You can stay in the country for up to 4 months without a visa.

Philippines

You can stay in the country for up to 21 days without a visa.

Croatia

You can stay in Croatia for up to 90 days without a visa. But on condition that you came to the country as a tourist. In this case, you will be asked to present your travel agency voucher and that you have booked a hotel room. If we are talking about a private visit, then you will need to provide the original invitation from an individual or legal entity, certified by the visa department of the police at the place of residence of the inviting person. If the purpose of your visit does not fall under any of the options, you will have to apply for a visa.

Montenegro

You can stay in the country for up to 30 days without a visa. Upon entry, you will be asked to present a tour operator voucher if you are traveling on a package tour, or an invitation if you have arrived in the country on a private visit.

Chile

Visa is not required.

Sri Lanka

You can stay on the territory of the state for up to 30 days without a previously issued visa - it will be issued upon arrival. But only if the purpose of your visit is tourism. You need to have the following documents with you:

- international passport. Moreover, its validity period should expire no earlier than six months from the end of the trip;

- filled in English language migration card (it will be issued on the plane or before passport control);

– confirmation that you have booked a hotel room or that you have enough money to stay in the country;

- return ticket with date of departure.

Ecuador

You can stay in the country for up to 90 days without a visa. But you have to pay for permission to enter.

South Korea

Within 15 days you can stay in the country without a visa (subject to a number of conditions), within 30 days - on the island of Chezhou.

By the way

Most often Russians have a rest in Egypt and Thailand. Such data are provided by the Federal Tourism Agency based on the results of the first quarter of 2013.

So, during this period, 575,312 Russians went on vacation to Egypt. In second place is Thailand with 379,825 tourists. Honorary "bronze" goes to Finland - 259,089 vacationers. Fourth and fifth places are occupied by China and the United Arab Emirates - they received 227,627 and 218,092 guests from Russia, respectively.

And Slovenia turned out to be among the most unpopular - only 4,349 Russians decided to relax in this country. Morocco - 4,068 tourists went there, and the Republic of Moldova - a place for tourism that was chosen by 3,874 vacationers.

The procedure for issuing a visa permit is one of the main problems travelers face. In accordance with international agreements, many countries have established a visa-free regime for Russian tourists, allowing you to plan a vacation without regard to the decision of the consular office.

Visa-free countries for Russians are located within the former CIS. You don't need to show your passport to visit them.

Guests from the Russian Federation can freely enter the territory:

• Abkhazia- the historical region of the Western Caucasus, where, according to legend, Prometheus was chained. Currently, it is in demand resort region washed by the waters of the Black Sea. Abkhazia offers a budget option recreation for any category of citizens, but loses in the level of service to more famous resorts.
• Belarus- CIS countries, characterized by a developed sanatorium infrastructure, ancient castles, luxurious forests.
• Kazakhstan- part of the former CIS, on the territory of which the historical "Silk Road" passed. The country has a unique natural landscape that combines Asian and traditional European vegetation.
• Kyrgyzstan- a constituent element of the USSR, famous resorts located on the Issyk-Kul lake.
• South Ossetia - having tourist centers and sanatoriums of the Soviet construction.

As well as the Kaliningrad region - an enclave of the Russian Federation, to visit which requires overcoming the borders of neighboring states. The Special Economic Zone is located on the coast of the Baltic Sea. Attracts Russian and foreign tourists with monuments of Prussian culture, a variety of beach holidays, deposits of amber and minerals

Visa-free countries with the sea for Russians 2020

Visa-free countries for Russians, offering beach holidays for every taste, are located in different parts of the world. You can freely enter the territory of the following countries and stay without registration from 30 to 90 days. The information is current for 2020. The list of all countries will be listed below, divided into categories, since there are a lot of states in the world that are ready to accept tourists and travelers from Russia without issuing unnecessary visa documents.

Abkhazia- a state located on the territory of the Western Caucasus. It is washed by the waters of the Black Sea. It offers tourists various types of beach holidays from June to September. It is distinguished by pebble beaches, cheap service, food prices and hotel infrastructure.

You can visit Abkhazia without a passport and visa. Duration of free stay up to 30 days.

Albania- a country located on the Balkan Peninsula, between Montenegro and Greece. At the service of tourists, the state provides clean beaches, the opportunity to simultaneously swim in the Ionian and Adriatic seas. The holiday season in Albania lasts from April to November. It is quite hot in summer, but the high air temperature is easily tolerated after the appearance of the sea breeze.

You can stay in the country without registration for up to 90 days.

Georgia- known for the resorts of Adjara, famous beaches, warm climate, traditional Georgian cuisine and wines.

Best time for a trip to Georgia:

• mid June;
• beginning of September;
• the first days of October.

In the summer months, the air temperature rises to 35 degrees. Entry into the territory of the state is free at any time of the year.

Israel- a Mediterranean state offering a road, luxury vacation and treatment for a wealthy category of citizens. The beaches of Tel Aviv, Bat Yam, Ashdod, Haifa are clean, developed infrastructure. The coast of the Dead and Red Seas is a sanatorium-resort area for treatment and family vacation.

The holiday season in Israel opens in April and lasts until mid-October, when the average daily temperature drops to 20⁰С. Russian tourists can stay within the country without a visa for up to 90 days.

Vietnam- a tourist Mecca, a long flight to which (up to 10 hours) is rewarded with snow-white sandy beaches, riot of nature, opportunities for servers and diving enthusiasts. Ancient temples and ruins of Vietnam attract connoisseurs of history and archeology.

Russians are offered a visa-free vacation for 15 days. The best time to stay in the country is from November to April.

Egypt – the most popular resort from Russian tourists. It is distinguished by rich infrastructure, the All Inclusive system, beaches on the Red Sea, ample opportunities for diving, and unique historical monuments. A visa for tourists from Russia is issued at the airport (the cost is 25 US dollars for 30 days).

Charter flights to the resorts of Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh run annually from November to March.

Türkiye- the second most popular (and since 2017 - the first) sea vacation region for Russian tourists. Luxurious beaches, ancient monuments provide ample opportunities for beach and sightseeing holiday. You should visit the state from late April to mid-October.

Visa-free entry for up to 30 days is open for Russian citizens.

Morocco is an interesting visa-free country for tourists from Russia

More and more Russian tourists choose holidays in Morocco. Here is a unique duo of beach holidays and ski slopes. In ancient times, these territories were inhabited by nomads - the ancestors of the Jewish Berbers, who developed under the influence of the Phoenician colonies.

Morocco – Muslim state rich in historical sights located on the African peninsula. The territory is washed by the waters of the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. The coastal zone of sandy beaches stretches for 1000 km.

The holiday season opens in May and lasts until October. Despite the hot climate, the water temperature rarely warms up above 25⁰С, so it is better to plan holidays with small children in July-August. The term of the visa-free regime is up to 90 days.

The modern religion was brought to Morocco by the Arabs after the conquest of the country in the 6th century and its incorporation into the Arab Caliphate. At the end of the Middle Ages, along with the English, French and Spanish colonialists, European traditions began to actively penetrate the country, but for a long time the country remained a pirate state.

Coastline makes up almost half of the country's borders, separating it in the north from mediterranean sea and from the Atlantic Ocean to the west, the Strait of Gibraltar separates Morocco and the European states.

The subtropical climate of the Mediterranean provides a mild subtropical climate for holidays in Morocco. The temperature in winter here does not fall below 10 degrees Celsius, and in summer its average value is 27 degrees Celsius. The hottest month of the year is August, when under the influence of the Shergi wind blowing from the Sahara, daily temperatures rise to +35 degrees.

In the north of Morocco, the climate is cooler, and daily temperature drops are more than 20 degrees.

Thanks to the rich diverse nature, there is a vacation in Morocco for any tourist: lovers of golden beaches and warm sea are hospitably greeted by resort towns on the coast, while those who prefer active pastime are waiting for wonderful ski slopes at the Uikamedena resort in the Atlas Mountains. You can ride all year round, but it is better to come from December to April.

One of the most popular sea ​​resorts is snow-white Agadir, whose golden sand and framed by the canopy of pines and eucalyptus beach stretches for 20 kilometers.

The city is located on Atlantic coast in the Su Valley, sheltered mountain range High Atlas from the heat of the desert. This is a European-level resort with a well-developed tourism industry, here you can try yourself in any of aquatic species sports, as well as rent a yacht on the beach. In addition, the city is famous for its festivals, concerts, shows and a thalassotherapy center where you can relax and effectively get rid of stress.

Tennis, golf, as well as camel and horseback riding are popular here, and sunny weather pleases tourists almost all year round.

The resort offering the most luxurious vacation in Morocco is Casablanca. This city practically does not differ in style and standard of living from the leading European cities and is economic capital Morocco. One of the most famous thalassotherapy centers is located here, and the Corniche offers a lot of entertainment for all lovers of night walks under the bright southern stars. The mosque of Hassan II can be especially distinguished. It can be visited and viewed by people of other faiths.

Marrakesh. This resort, which remained for a long time the center of the empire, is without a doubt the center of the Moroccan East. Located at the very base of the great Atlas Mountains, it attracts lovers of culture and history from all over the world. Here you can touch all the secrets of the East, see the Bahiya Palace, the Kutubia Mosque, see snake charmers and get a unique henna body painting. The famous Marrakech markets are also located here.

In the summer months, the air temperature here is about +30 C, and in winter it does not fall below +15 C. If you are going on vacation to Morocco for romance and big waves, then you need Esueira. This resort town, surprisingly combining the comfort of the best European resorts and the richest cultural heritage of the medieval fortress.

Located on the Atlantic coast, it will be a great place for a romantic and active rest. The streets of the city are filled with many cozy cafes serving freshly caught sea delicacies, and the radiant coast attracts windsurfers from all over the world.

Rabat. The capital of the kingdom, located on the Atlantic coast at the mouth of the Bou Regreg River, is a picturesque place with ancient architecture, entwined with chic green gardens. Here it is worth seeing the Kasbah Udaya fortress and the mausoleum of Mohammed V. There are many museums in the city. The beaches of Rabat will be a great place for lovers of all kinds of water sports.

Another unique city for a holiday in Morocco is Fez - a religious and cultural capital countries.

This place is different richest history, which is more than 12 centuries old, as well as an amazing combination of Arabic, Spanish, Jewish and Berber traditions. Fez is often called the African Athens, and here, in the corners of shady streets, great legends of the past still live.

It is definitely worth seeing the oldest university in the world - the mosque-university Karaouin, the mausoleum of Sultan Moulay Idris II, the Grand Mosque, as well as Royal Palace.

When planning a vacation in Morocco, you should not deprive attention of the many unique natural monuments, among which deserve special attention:

• waterfall Ouzoud 110 meters high;
• the Todra gorge, which continues for more than 600 meters with a height of stone walls of about 160 meters and a path 10 meters wide;
• the Draa Valley, which is one of picturesque places Morocco. The valley is crossed by the river Draa, whose sources are in the Atlas mountains;
• dunes of Erg Chebbi, reaching 150 meters in height. Traveling through the dunes on camels will leave an indelible impression on every lover of the exotic.

Another advantage of the country is rightfully the national cuisine, which is one of the most famous in the world. Here you can taste the best oriental dishes, as well as a wide variety of seafood. The peculiarity of Moroccan cuisine lies in the countless spices, many of which are found only here.

traditional dishes in Morocco are soups, meat and fish dishes, couscous (porridge with spices), and of course, traditional green tea with mint, which perfectly refreshes and tones up on hot days. Tourists flying to Morocco on vacation do not have to worry about a visa. Tourists are allowed into this country without visas.

Indonesia

Indonesia- an island archipelago, consisting of 17,000 islands. The country is considered the best zone for a beach holiday in the world. The islands are located on both sides of the equator, equipped with sandy beaches, island bays, full of palm vegetation. The level of service in Indonesia traditionally occupies a leading world position.

The resort is beautiful all year round, visas for guests from the Russian Federation are sold at the airport for $60 for 30 days.

Thailand- the state of Southeast Asia, famous for its beaches, historical monuments. It attracts guests with a variety of recreation depending on the season. The best time for sea swimming is from November to February. IN summer time beach mood can ruin the rainy season.

Free stay in the country is allowed up to 90 days.

Tunisia- the territorial space of North Africa, covered with endless deserts and beaches. Service in Tunisia is significantly different from Egypt, Thailand and Turkey. Despite the large number of hotels and tourists, extreme caution should be exercised while moving around the city. The recommended time for rest is from May to November.

Russian citizens are allowed to visit the state without a visa for up to 90 days.

Sri Lanka- an island with an area of ​​65 sq. km. with a well-developed infrastructure, crowded, good hotel service. You can relax at the resort at any time of the year (the rainy season varies depending on the location of the island).

A visa-free regime for 30 days is open for Russian tourists.

Antigua and Barbuda- an island in the Caribbean Sea, offering a luxurious vacation for tourists with unlimited means. The state has gorgeous beaches, bays, palm vegetation. Stay in the country without registration is possible up to 30 days.

There is no concept of "season" and "off season" on the islands. The best period for rest is the time when the temperature warms up to +25⁰С. There is a constant danger of heavy rains and hurricanes.

Argentina- the state of South America, famous for its beaches, ancient mountains, sunny boulevards and tango. The tourist season is open from November to March. The visa-free regime for Russian tourists is limited to 90 days.

Brazil- the birthplace of TV shows, football and carnival. A country of contrasts, combining luxury hotels and residences with shacks for the poor. Wide beaches are conducive to active sea recreation. Visiting the country for Russians is free (up to 90 days). The best time for a vacation is from mid-November to the end of March.

February is especially crowded due to the famous Brazilian carnival.

Bahamas- "Paradise" on earth, located near the territory of the United States. Of the 700 shell islands, only 20 are inhabited. The Bahamas is a romantic place, ideal for a honeymoon. Developed hotel infrastructure provides luxurious hotel service all year round.

Guests from Russia can stay on the territory of the islands for up to 3 months without a visa.

Vanuatu – tropical island in the Pacific Ocean. The famous center of water entertainment and beach recreation, offering active holidays for people over 20 years old. A visit to the island state is possible all year round. The duration of stay without a visa is 30 days.

Dominican Republic- a state in the eastern part of the island of Haiti, offering to spend a weekend on the coast. The best time to visit the resort is from November to March. Visa-free stay is allowed for 30 days.

Kenya- offers a combination of wild African flavor and beach holidays. The swimming season opens from December to January. An entry permit for Russians is not needed if the duration of the vacation does not exceed 90 days.

Colombia- a state distinguished not only by its luxurious sea expanses, but also by its rich cultural heritage. The best place for swimming - Buenaventura, open to beach lovers at any time of the year. Guests from the Russian Federation are allowed to stay up to 90 days.

Seychelles- islands in Indian Ocean, wedding leaders and honeymoons. They differ in solitude, calmness, measuredness. Attract servers, lovers of boat trips with a high level of income. beach season does not depend on the season.

Guests are allowed to enter without a visa for 30 days.

Inexpensive visa-free countries

Visa-free countries for Russians offer various options for spending the weekend. Tourists looking for a democratic option should stop at:

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Citizens residing in the Russian Federation are allowed to visit the state without issuing visa documents and stay in it for up to 90 days. When crossing the border, you should present a foreign passport, tickets for the return journey. For transit purposes, it is allowed to stay in the territory for up to 7 days.

The cost of a 7-day tour at a travel agency starts from 23,600 rubles. for 1 person.

Vacation prices:

	Car rent	Public transport	Dinner at the cafe	Excursions
from 44 thousand rubles	30 euros per day	0.6 euro	15-20 euros	45-50 euros

Montenegro

Part of the pre-existing Yugoslav Republic, known for its tourism infrastructure. A beach holiday can be easily combined with an excursion program. Montenegro is distinguished by a huge number of beaches(more than 100 throughout the territory), magnificent natural landscapes, democratic prices for recreation, accommodation and meals.

Russian citizens can stay on the territory of the state without a visa for 90 days. Upon arrival, you must register and pay a fee ranging from 0.7 to 1 euro, depending on the length of the holiday. Children under 12 are exempt from paying the tax.

Standard tour for 7 days for 1 person is 50 thousand rubles.

Vacation prices:

Rent a 3-star hotel for 10 days	Car rent	Public transport	Dinner at the cafe	Excursions
from 35 thousand rubles	from 25 euros per day	1.7-2 euros	15-30 euros	from 45 euro

Serbia

Former Yugoslav Republic. Thanks to the preservation of friendly interstate relations, it is loyal to guests from the Russian Federation and offers a free visa regime for up to 30 days inclusive. There are no additional taxes or fees to pay during your stay.

A tour to Belgrade for 7 days will cost 35,000 rubles.

Rent a 3-star hotel for 10 days	Car rent	Public transport	Dinner at the cafe	Excursions
From 47 thousand rubles.	from 28-40 euros per day	0.8 euro	11-27 euros	from 34-40 euros

Cuba

Island state in the northern part caribbean. The bulwark of socialism. Has a low standard of living. Holidays in Cuba are varied, represented by good service and budget prices. The most expensive component of tourism is the flight. Russian citizens can stay on the territory of the state for up to 90 days.

For entry you need:

• international passport;
• return ticket.

A 7-day tour to Cuba costs from 85,000 rubles.

Rent a 3-star hotel for 10 days	Car rent	Public transport	Dinner at the cafe	Excursions
from 45 thousand rubles	from 7 euros per day	0.04 euro	15 euro	from 10-12 euros

The amount of a one-day stay in Cuba, including meals in restaurants, excursions, hotel accommodation, does not exceed 20,000 rubles.

Malaysia

The most secure modern state of Southeast Asia located on the island of Malacca (between Singapore and Thailand). The tourist service of the country is developing very dynamically, offering guests Asian exoticism, beach holidays, cultural and historical attractions.

Russian tourists can stay within the territorial limits of the country without a visa for about 90 days.

To travel you need to have:

• international passport;
• ticket confirming the return flight;
• the amount established by the state, calculated for the duration of the trip.

The cost of a weekly tour to Malaysia is from 75,000 rubles. for 1 person.

Vacation prices:

Rent a 3-star hotel for 10 days	Car rent	Public transport	Dinner at the cafe	Excursions
from 42000 rub.	from 40 euros per day	1.6 euro	14 euro	from 30 euro

Türkiye

One of the most developed countries in Southeast Asia, most of which is located in Southern Europe. Türkiye - favorite place holidays with Russian tourists. Luxurious beaches, historical sights, the All Inclusive system makes the country perfect place for relax.

By agreement between the leaders of the states, Russian tourists can freely stay on Turkish territory for up to 60 days.

For entry you need:

• international passport;
• hotel reservation;
• airplane tickets.

The cost of a 7-day tour is from 30,000 rubles. for 1 person

Vacation prices:

Rent a 3-star hotel for 10 days	Car rent	Public transport	Dinner at the cafe	Excursions
from 35 thousand rubles	From 30 euros per day	0.7 euro	18 euro	From 35 euro

Vietnam

The state of Southeast Asia, attracting tourists with local color, exotic cuisine, clean beaches. The state offers cheap holidays (compared to nearby Thailand). Tourists from Russia can stay in the country without registration for up to 15 days.

If necessary, the period of residence is extended. A week tour to Vietnam will cost 68,000 rubles.

Prices:

Rent a 3-star hotel for 10 days	Car rent	Public transport	Dinner at the cafe	Excursions
from 52 thousand rubles	from 10 euros per day	0.2 euro	14 euro	from 10-20 euros

Countries of the former USSR

The countries formerly part of the USSR signed an agreement on the establishment of a bilateral visa-free regime for Russian citizens.

Entry rules:

A country	Period of visa-free stay	Documents required at the border
Belarus	Unlimited Stay	Children over 14 years of age require their own passport. If the child is traveling separately from their parents (with one of the parents), a notarized power of attorney is required
Abkhazia	90 days	Passport of the Russian Federation or international passport. Compulsory life and health insurance (total amount of 30,000 rubles). It is issued when crossing the border, depending on the desired time of stay (1 day - 15 rubles). Resort fee - 30 rubles. (charged when traveling solo)
Kazakhstan	90 days	Passport of the Russian Federation or a foreign passport. Migration card (issued at customs). In case of loss, the document must be replaced within 3 days. When crossing the border, the card is confiscated
Georgia	90 days	Passport of the Russian Federation or a foreign passport. It is not necessary to provide a voluntary travel permit for a minor from a parent (parents) if the child spends a vacation with one of them (other persons)
Azerbaijan	90 days	Passport of the Russian Federation or a valid international passport. Power of attorney-permission to export a minor
Armenia	180 days	Passport of the Russian Federation or international passport. Documents for minor children traveling together. Customs declaration on the import of foreign currency. When crossing the border, it is required to state the purpose of the visit
Kyrgyzstan	30 days	Passport of the Russian Federation or international passport
Tajikistan	90 days	Passport of the Russian Federation (foreign passport). Migration card (issued at the border). Customs declaration on the import of valuables and currency (issued at the border)
Moldova	90 days	International passport. Documents for the child (birth certificate, passport, power of attorney from the other parent)
Ukraine	90 days	International passport. Documents for the child (consent from the second parent is not required). Return ticket. Invitation from the host. Financial means, for each day of stay
Uzbekistan	60 days	International passport. Documents for the child (with consent to export from the second parent). Customs declaration for the import of cash (more than 2,000 US dollars), fur products, luxury goods (up to 10,000 US dollars)

Europe

Visa-free countries for Russians in Europe (Serbia, Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina) allow persons with Russian citizenship certain time be free to be within their territorial boundaries for the purpose of visiting friends and relatives, getting acquainted with cultural attractions, treatment, spending holidays on the beach.

• Serbia - up to 30 days;
• Montenegro - 90 days;
• Bosnia and Herzegovina - no more than 30 days.

To travel across the border of states, migration services require:

• International passport, valid at the time of travel and 3 months from the date indicated on the return ticket.
• Documents for a child(passport, permission to export from parents).
• The Montenegrin authorities have provided for tourists a mandatory registration procedure. Independent travelers must receive a "white cardboard", the cost of which is from 0.4 to 1 euro, depending on the duration of the trip. travel companies register their own clients.

sometimes, WHEN CROSSING THE BORDER, CUSTOMS OFFICERS REQUIRE PRESENTATION OF RETURN TICKETS, HOTEL RESERVATION, CONFIRMATION OF FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE.

Near East

Israel, UAE, Lebanon, Bahrain since 2017 opened free entrance for Russian tourists, if their trip is not of a commercial nature.

State	Length of stay	Conditions for customs clearance
Israel	90 days	international passport; round-trip tickets with specific dates; medical insurance; hotel reservation; an invitation from relatives, friends, a medical institution; confirmation of solvency; the child needs their own passport and an entry permit from one of the parents (parent)
Visa is placed directly at the airport
Jordan	30 days	The visa is pasted on arrival in the foreign passport. Sticker cost $57
Bahrain	14 days, after the expiration of the term, an extension is possible	international passport; hotel reservation; invitation; migration card; return tickets. Visa cost 66 USD
Lebanon	90 days	international passport; tourist voucher; migration card (filled in on the plane); return tickets or its reservation. Visa for 30 days is free, for 90 days - $17
UAE	30 days	A visa is pasted into a foreign passport at the airport for free

To visit countries with children under 14 years of age, you must:

• The child's own international passport or the inclusion of the baby in the documents of the parents.
• Notarized power of attorney-consent to the entry-export of a minor (in case he travels with one of the parents or with third parties).

Informative video for those who wish to relax in the UAE:

Women under the age of 40, unmarried, visit the listed Muslim countries accompanied by a male relative over 18 years of age, or proving their financial independence. Spouses with different surnames, during a joint visit, present a certificate of marriage registration.

South, Central and North America

The territories located on the American continent allow visa-free crossing of their borders by citizens living in the Russian Federation, subject to the availability of tourists:

• Foreign passport (the period before the expiration of the document is at least 3-6 months).
• Tickets confirming the return to your home country with a specific date of departure. Documents are presented in printed form.
• Paid hotel reservation.
• Medical insurance.
• Migration card (Venezuela).

In the case of a vacation with children, the child must have his own passport or enter the baby's data into the parent document.

Visa-free countries for Russians can be found in any part of the world - from neighboring countries to Australia and America

State name	Duration of visa-free stay (in days), condition for crossing the border
Barbados	25
Belize	The visa is pasted during the passage of customs control. The duration of stay is limited to 30 days, the cost of a travel document is $51. USA. To obtain an entry permit, you need: visa application form; photos; passport
Argentina	90
Brazil	90
Mexico	To visit the state, an electronic permit (registration) is required, presented during customs inspection along with a migration card
Dominican Republic	30
Jamaica	30
Peru	90
Haiti	90
Dominica	21
Colombia	90
Panama	90
Costa Rica	30
Salvador	90
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines	30
Panama	90
Trinidad and Tobago	90
Uruguay	90
Ecuador	90
Paraguay	A visa is issued at the airport for up to 90 days. The cost of the service is 160 USD. USA

Asia

Asian countries provide guests from Russia with a visa-free visit if tourists have:

• international passport (validity of the document is more than 2 months);
• tickets confirming the return flight;
• credit cards, traveler's checks, cash, proving the solvency of those on vacation;
• hotel reservations;
• migration card.

Free entry into the state on these conditions is allowed:

• for 14 days - Hong Kong, Brunei Darusalam;
• for 30 days - Thailand, Philippines, Macau;
• for 35 days - Singapore;
• for 60 days - South Korea;
• for 90 days - Nepal, Myanmar.

A visa is issued at the airport, after presenting the necessary documents to:

• Bangladesh - $50 USA for 14 days;
• East Timor - $50 USA for 30 days;
• Kuwait offers a free travel document sticker;

India and Cambodia allow visa-free entry upon presentation of a printed permit, which can be obtained after registering on the embassy website. China requires a mandatory visa, except for arrivals in Hong Kong, Hainan, Macau.

Africa

The African continent offers its guests a unique vacation, combining local flavor with European service.

Visa-free visit for Russians are allowed:

A country	Duration (days)
Botswana	90	international passport; return tickets; sometimes a certificate of solvency of the traveler is required
Gambia	56	passport; booking of air tickets; travelers checks, credit cards
Morocco	90	passport; migration card; V special occasions hotel reservation required (for women)
Namibia	90	passport; migration card
Swaziland	30	passport

Australia and Oceania

Warm waters of Indian and Pacific Ocean attract lovers of active sea ​​recreation, surfing, diving. The beaches here are unique, amazing with the purity and whiteness of the sand, the beauty of the coastal waters.

You can relax without complicating your life by obtaining a visa in:

A country	Duration (days)	Required documents for entry
Vanuatu	30	foreign passport (valid for more than 6 months from the start date of the vacation); hotel reservation; funds necessary to confirm the solvency of the guest; migration card; tickets to Russia with a specific date of departure
micronesia	30	A visa permit in these states is placed at the airport after presenting the tickets confirming the return to Russia to the migration service employee
Nauru	14
Samoa	60
Tonga	30
Tuvalu	30

It is allowed to live on the Fiji Islands without registration for 120 days after confirming the financial viability, presenting to the customs officers a passport and air tickets confirming departure from the country.

The list of countries that have established visa-free travel within their territory for Russians is very wide. Before choosing a place to spend the weekend, you should thoroughly study the proposed list and choose a state that meets all the requirements.

Article formatting: E. Chaikina

Useful video about visa-free countries for citizens of the Russian Federation

Video about where Russians can relax without a visa:

Every year more and more citizens of Russia are trying to expand their horizons, to see new countries. To this end, they go to rest abroad. This is not only a vacation on the beach or in the mountains, but also an opportunity to get moral satisfaction, relaxation for everyone and recovery. Before you go to the chosen country on vacation, you should find out the features of its visa legislation. After all, many countries have opened borders for Russian tourists, and they can go to some resorts without obtaining a visa. Sometimes, in order to have a good rest in the near abroad, it will be enough to provide only an internal passport, desire and good mood.

Russians can visit 79 countries of the world without obtaining a visa in advance. So with complete list of these countries, as well as entry conditions and passport requirements can be found in the table below:

A country	Conditions of stay	Passport Requirements
Abkhazia	up to 90 days
Azerbaijan	up to 90 days, mandatory registration after 15 days of stay
Albania	up to 90 days, only from April 1 to October 31, 2019
Antigua and Barbuda		on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended entry into the country
Argentina	up to 90 days within 6 months	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended entry into the country
Armenia	up to 90 days	on the passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation for any period of validity
Bahamas	up to 90 days
Barbados	28 days	on a passport valid at the time of travel
Belarus	up to 90 days	on the passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation for any period of validity
Bolivia	90 days	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended entry into the country
Bosnia and Herzegovina	30 days within 60 days	on a passport, with a validity period of at least 3 months at the time of the intended departure from the country
Botswana	up to 90 days within 6 months	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended entry into the country
	up to 90 days	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended entry into the country
Brunei Darussalam	up to 14 days	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended entry into the country
Venezuela	up to 90 days within 6 months	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended entry into the country
Vanuatu	up to 30 days
	up to 15 days, but at least 30 days must have passed since the last visit to the country	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended entry into the country
Guyana	up to 90 days	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended entry into the country
Guatemala	up to 90 days	on a passport, there are no restrictions on the validity of a passport. Stay in the territory of Guatemala is possible almost until the end of its validity
Honduras	up to 90 days	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended entry into the country
Grenada	up to 90 days	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended entry into the country
	up to 360 days	on a passport, on any date of expiration of its validity
Guam	up to 45 days
Dominica	up to 90 days within 6 months	on a passport, with a validity period throughout the trip
	up to 30 days, subject to the issuance of a tourist card upon arrival, worth $ 10	on a passport, without restrictions on its validity
	up to 90 days	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended entry into the country
	up to 30 days	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended entry into the country
Kazakhstan		on the passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation for any period of validity
Kyrgyzstan	up to 90 days, 30 days without registration with the possibility of extension for another 60 days	on the passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation for any period of validity
	up to 15 days, but only as part of a tourist group	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended entry into the country
	up to 14 days	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended entry into the country
Macau	up to 30 days	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended entry into the country
	up to 30 days, but only when buying a tour through a travel agency	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended entry into the country
Taiwan	up to 14 days, only in the period from 09/06/2018 to 07/31/2019	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended entry into the country
Colombia	up to 90 days	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended entry into the country
Republic of Korea, aka South Korea	up to 60 days	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the end of the trip
Costa Rica	up to 90 days	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended entry into the country
	up to 90 days	on a passport, with a validity period of at least 1 month at the time of the intended departure from the island
Laos	up to 30 days	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended entry into the country
Mauritius	up to 60 days, but not more than 90 days within 6 months	on a passport valid for the period of the intended stay in Mauritius
Macedonia (North Macedonia)	up to 90 days during each 6-month period, only in the period from 03/16/2019 to 03/15/2020	on a passport valid for the period of the intended stay in Macedonia
Malaysia	up to 30 days	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended entry into the country
Maldives	up to 90 days from entry	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended entry into the country
	up to 90 days	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended entry into the country
micronesia	up to 30 days	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended departure from the country
Moldova	up to 90 days within 6 months	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended entry into the country
Mongolia	up to 30 days, but not more than 90 days within 6 months	on a passport, the validity period must cover the period of stay in the country
Namibia	up to 90 days	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended entry into the country
Nauru	up to 14 days
Nicaragua	up to 90 days within 6 months	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended entry into the country
	up to 90 days within 6 months	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended entry into the country
Palau	up to 30 days	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended entry into the country
Panama	up to 90 days
Paraguay	up to 90 days	on a passport, the validity period must cover the period of stay in the country
Peru	up to 90 days	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended departure from the country
Salvador	up to 90 days
Samoa	up to 60 days	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended departure from the country
Seychelles	up to 30 days	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended entry into the country
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines	up to 90 days within 6 months	on a passport, the validity period must cover the period of stay in the country
Saint Kitts and Nevis	up to 90 days	on a passport, the validity period must cover the period of stay in the country
Saint Lucia	up to 6 weeks	on a passport with a validity period of at least 3 months at the time of the intended entry into the country
	up to 30 days	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended entry into the country
Tajikistan	up to 90 days	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended departure from the country
	up to 30 days	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended entry into the country
Trinidad and Tobago	up to 90 days	on a passport with a validity period of at least 3 months from the end date of the trip.
	up to 90 days	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended entry into the country
	up to 60 days	on a passport with a validity period of at least 4 months at the time of the start of the trip
Uzbekistan	up to 90 days
Ukraine	up to 90 days within 6 months	by passport, with any validity period
Uruguay	up to 90 days within 6 months	on a passport with a validity of at least 3 months at the time of the intended departure from the country
Fiji	up to 90 days	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended departure from the country
Philippines	up to 30 days	on a passport with a validity period of at least 3 months after the end of the trip.
	up to 30 days	on a passport with a validity of at least 3 months at the time of the intended departure from the country
Chile	up to 90 days within 6 months	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended entry into the country
Ecuador	up to 90 days	on a passport with a validity of at least 3 months at the time of the intended departure from the country
Eswatini, ex. Swaziland	up to 30 days	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended departure from the country
	up to 90 days	on a passport with a validity period of at least 30 days at the time of the intended departure from the country
South Ossetia	up to 90 days	on the passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation for any period of validity
Jamaica	up to 90 days	on a passport with a validity period of at least 6 months at the time of the intended entry into the country

Where Russians can go without a visa and without a passport

The absence of the need to apply for a visa to travel abroad greatly simplifies holiday planning. However, to visit most countries under the visa-free regime, very strict requirements are imposed on the traveler's international passport in terms of its validity. Sometimes it happens that the validity period of a foreign passport is coming to an end, and there is absolutely no time to issue a new one. In this case, countries will come to the rescue, which Russians can visit if they have only an internal passport. True, these are only 6 countries:

• Abkhazia
• Armenia
• Belarus
• Kazakhstan
• Kyrgyzstan
• South Ossetia

Russians can visit all these countries for up to 90 days if they have only an internal passport. Of course, you can cross the border even if you have a foreign passport. Pay Special attention that some of the listed countries require check-in upon arrival. For example, you can stay in Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan without registration for 30 days, after which you need to register at the place of stay. But in Armenia, it is necessary to apply to the competent authorities for registration within 3 days from the moment of arrival.

Visa-free European countries for Russians

Most European countries have signed the Schengen Agreement and to visit them, Russians need to apply for a Schengen visa. However, among them there are those that Russian citizens can visit without obtaining a visa permit:

Up to 30 days Without a visa, Russians can stay in:

• Albania (for the trip you will need a passport and a return ticket)
• Bosnia and Herzegovina (for the trip you need a foreign passport, return ticket, tourist voucher)
• Serbia (to cross the border you only need a passport)
• Montenegro (for a visa-free trip, you must have a foreign passport with you)

Up to 60 days visa-free entry to Russians is allowed in:

• Turkey (have a passport, tickets to reverse side or hotel reservation or travel voucher)

Up to 90 days:

• Belarus (for the trip you only need a passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation or a foreign passport).
• Moldova (a visa-free trip is possible with only a passport).
• North Macedonia
• Ukraine (from the documents required a passport, an invitation, return tickets and documents on financial solvency).

Visa-free countries for a beach holiday in summer - top 10 destinations

If you are planning a summer visa-free vacation at sea, then we recommend paying attention to one of these countries.

TOP 10 places for summer holiday without a visa:

1. Israel- Dead Sea resorts on the Israeli side are available to Russians on a visa-free basis for up to 90 days. You need to have a passport, a return ticket, medical insurance, hotel reservation with you.
2. Türkiye- for many, the country is associated with the slogan "all inclusive", however, Turkey is not only a holiday in a hotel with all amenities, but also ancient history. Russian citizens with any purpose of visit, except for work and study, may stay on the territory of the Republic of Turkey for up to 60 days. At the border, you need to present a foreign passport, hotel reservation, return ticket and medical insurance.
3. Georgia will offer a truly delightful vacation not only at sea, but also in the mountains. Russians can stay in Georgia 360 days a year; only a foreign passport is required for entry. Insurance is desirable.
4. Cyprus. The resorts of Cyprus (meaning the Republic of Cyprus) can be visited by Russians only with a visa. Good news, the visa is issued online for free! Length of stay - 30 days.
5. Montenegro. Another option for a wonderful combination of sea and mountains. For tourist trip Russians do not need a visa for up to 30 days. To cross the border, you will need a foreign passport, and border guards may also ask you to present a return ticket and a hotel reservation.
6. Morocco. An unsurpassed feeling of an oriental fairy tale, aromas of almonds, tangerines and mint tea, ancient streets of cities, the sophistication of Moroccan dishes. Russians can visit Morocco without a visa for up to 90 days. You need to have a passport, hotel reservation, return ticket with you.
7. Jordan. Russians can also visit the Dead Sea resorts from Jordan. Entry into the country for Russians is not visa-free, but Russians can get an entry document upon arrival free of charge. You need to have a passport, a return ticket, a hotel reservation with you.
8. Abkhazia. The diversity and beauty of the sights of Abkhazia can impress even seasoned travelers. Russians can visit the country without a visa for up to 90 days. Entry can be carried out both on a foreign and internal passport. Please note that you must register with the competent authorities within 3 days of arrival.
9. Egypt. Despite temporary entry bans in the past, Egypt still remains one of the most popular tourist destinations among compatriots. Oriental charm really cannot leave anyone indifferent. Russians can visit Egypt only with a visa, but you can get it upon arrival by paying a visa fee of $25. Of the documents you will need: a passport, a migration card (filled in upon arrival), a return ticket, insurance. The allowed stay is 30 days.
10. Hong Kong. Russians will also find an excellent beach holiday in Hong Kong, a special administrative region of China. Visa-free entry for Russians is provided for up to 14 days.

As in all resorts, you need to consider that at peak tourist season prices for tours, separately for housing and flights can be overpriced.

Warm visa-free countries for winter holidays

If you want to enjoy the cold winter on warm summer days and feel all the delights of exotic countries, you can go to rest in one of the countries:

• Singapore (Russians need a visa, but you can get it online, a visa will cost 23 USD).
• Indonesia (up to 30 days).
• Vietnam (up to 15 days).
• Thailand (up to 30 days).
• Maldives (up to 90 days).
• Dominican Republic (up to 30 days, subject to the issuance of a tourist card upon arrival, costing 10 USD).
• UAE (up to 90 days)
• Cuba (up to 90 days).
• Egypt (Russians need a visa, but you can get it upon arrival, a 30-day visa stamp will cost 25 USD).
• China, Hainan Island (up to 30 days, Russians can visit Hainan without a visa as part of a tourist group, and independent travelers can get permission at the border).

Visa-free islands for Russians

Exotic lovers can spend their holidays without a visa somewhere on the islands. For Russian citizens, visa-free entry is allowed to the following islands:

• Cuba. Russians can visit Freedom Island without a visa for up to 30 days. You must have a passport, return tickets, a migration card (filled in upon arrival), proof of finances in the amount of $50 for each day of your stay.
• Cyprus. Recall that today the island of Cyprus belongs to two countries: Turkey (aka Northern Cyprus) and the Republic of Cyprus. northern part you can visit under the terms of the Turkish side, but to visit the Republic of Cyprus, you will need to pre-arrange a free visa. In addition to the printed visa, you need to present your passport, hotel reservation, financial guarantees.
• Seychelles. Russians can visit the Seychelles without a visa for up to 30 days. To cross the border, you need to have a foreign passport, hotel reservation, return air ticket, migration card (filled in upon arrival), financial guarantees at the rate of at least $150 per person for each day of stay.
• Jamaica. Russians can visit Jamaica without a visa from November 27, 2018. It is allowed to stay on the island 90 days a year. You need to have the following documents with you to cross the border: a foreign passport, financial guarantees at the rate of $50 per person per day, return ticket, hotel reservation, migration card (filled in upon arrival).
• Fiji. Russians can also stay on the island of Fiji without a visa for up to 90 days. You need to have a foreign passport, a return ticket and financial guarantees with you.
• Hainan. Chinese Hawaii in a visa-free manner, Russians can only be part of a tourist group, i.e. with a ticket purchased from a travel agency. Independent travelers can obtain a visa upon arrival. In both cases, you can stay on the island for no more than 30 days. To obtain a visa upon arrival, you need to have a passport, a visa application form (filled in upon arrival), 2 photos, hotel reservations, return flights, insurance.
• Maldives. Paradise Island Russians can visit for up to 90 days. You need to have the following documents with you: a passport, a return air ticket with a specified date of departure, a hotel reservation, financial guarantees at the rate of $50-$100 per person per day of stay in the country.
• Bahamas. Holders of a Russian passport can stay in the Bahamas without a visa for 90 days. You need to have with you: a passport, a return ticket, financial guarantees.

Countries with a conditionally visa-free regime for Russians (visa is obtained upon arrival)

For citizens of Russia, there are dozens of countries for which a visa is issued, but permission can be obtained in the shortest possible time and with minimal effort. A visa in such situations is issued upon arrival in the country. These tourist states include:

A country	Conditions of stay	How to apply for a visa	Price
Bangladesh	30 days	Russians can get a visa only at Dhaka airport. Documentation: return ticket, cash equivalent of $500	$50
Bahrain	2 weeks	Russians can obtain a visa at all entry points to Bahrain	5 Bahraini dinars, approximately $13.50
East Timor	30 days	only at the international airport and seaport Dili	$30
Haiti	90 days	citizens of the Russian Federation receive a visa at the airport upon arrival	$10
Djibouti	30 days	Russian citizens can obtain a visa at the airport in Djibouti. Documentation: a copy of the note of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Republic of Djibouti in French and its translation into Russian (djibouti.mid.ru, you only need to print it out)	$60
Egypt	30 days	visa is issued at the airport	$25
Zimbabwe	30 days	a citizen of the Russian Federation with a common civil passport (OZP) has the opportunity to receive a one-time entry visa at the border crossing point	$30
Jordan	30 days	Russian citizens can obtain a visa to enter Jordan upon arrival at the airport	40 dinars (about $60)
Iran	30 days	can be obtained at the airport. Imam Khomeini	$80
Cape Verde	30 days	visas for Russians are stamped upon arrival when passing through passport control at any international airport in the country	25 euro
Comoros	45 days	can be obtained directly at the airport when crossing the border. Documentation: international passport, return air ticket, hotel booking confirmation	60 euro
Lebanon	30 days	a visa can be obtained at the international airport of the city of Beirut, as well as other checkpoints (sea and land)	free - at the airport $20 - at other checkpoints
Madagascar	30 and 90 days	visa can be obtained directly at airports serving international flights	A single-entry visa for up to 30 days is issued free of charge, for a visa for up to 90 days you need to pay 60 euros.
Mozambique	30 days	at the border points	$38
Nepal	15, 30 and 90 days	you can get a visa when crossing the border at one of the eight border points of the country Documentation: profile, arrival card (arrival card), 1 photo	$25 - visa for 15 days; $40 - 30 days; $100 - 90 days
Rwanda	from January 1, 2018 Russians can get a visa on arrival for 30 days		$30
Syria	15 days	for citizens of Russia, the issuance of tourist and private visas is allowed upon arrival in the country at any border checkpoints	$35
Tanzania	90 days	visa can be issued at the airport. Documentation: visa application, 2 photos 3.5x4.5 cm, return ticket, at least $3.5 per person per day	$40
Togo	7 days	A visa can be issued at the airport in Lome. Documentation: visa application, 2 photos 3.5x4.5 cm, boarding pass, return ticket, international yellow fever vaccination certificate	$20
Eritrea	30 days	Russian citizens can obtain a visa at Asmara International Airport. To do this, you must first obtain permission from the Department of Immigration and Citizenship of Eritrea, which in turn will transfer the data to Asmara Airport.	$50
Ethiopia	30 and 90 days	citizens of the Russian Federation can obtain a visa upon arrival in international Airport Bole in Addis Ababa,	up to 30 days - $50; up to 90 days - $70

Countries where Russians can apply for visas online

There are countries where Russian citizens can also get a visa in a simplified mode by applying for it online. Depending on the country of travel, you need to take into account the peculiarities of obtaining a document.

A country	Conditions of stay	How to apply for a visa	Price
Gabon	1 to 3 months	online visa application is possible at evisa.dgdi.ga	the cost of an electronic permit is €15, upon arrival the consular fee for a visa is paid – €75
Guinea-Bissau	90 days	obtaining a preliminary entry permit on the website www.rgb-visa.com	the cost of an electronic permit is €2.5, a consular fee for a visa is paid upon arrival - $40-$110
	30 days	Russians can get an electronic visa on the website indianvisaonline.gov.in www.eta.gov.lk	$35
Uganda	90 days	visa applications are made at visas.immigration.go.ug	$50

Map of visa-free countries for Russians: 119 countries with visa-free or simplified regime

Ranking of countries by visa-free regime

Every year, the international company Henley & Partners, which provides assistance in obtaining citizenship of any country in the world, ranks countries according to the visa-free regime. In 2020, the ranking of countries, by the number of countries with visa-free entry, is as follows:

• 1st place: Singapore, Japan, South Korea - without a visa, citizens of these countries can visit 189 foreign countries.
• 2nd place: Germany - the Germans were a little less fortunate, the number of countries with a visa-free regime for them is 188 countries of the world.
• 3rd place: Denmark, France, Finland, Sweden, Italy - citizens of these countries can visit 187 states without a visa.
• 4th place: Spain, Luxembourg - visa-free stay is available in 186 countries.
• 5th place: Britain, Austria, Switzerland, Portugal, Norway, the Netherlands - 185 countries.
• 6th place: USA, Canada, Belgium, Ireland, Greece - 184 countries.
• 7th place: Czech Republic - Czechs can visit 183 foreign countries without a visa.
• 8th place: Malta - but the citizens of Malta are only 182.
• 9th place: Iceland, Australia, New Zealand - 181 countries.
• 10th place: Slovenia, Slovakia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania - 180 countries.

By the way, the Russian Federation in this list is on the 47th line of the rating, with the number of countries with visa-free stay - 118.