Countries that do not require a visa for Russians. Visa-free countries in Europe for Russians

Many Russians tend to visit foreign countries during their holidays in order not only to have a good rest, but also to get new impressions. When choosing a state big role plays the presence or features of the visa regime. The official registration of a visa is accompanied by undesirable bureaucratic delays, the collection of the necessary package of documentation and requires a certain period of time. Also, the possibility of refusal to receive authorization document.

Therefore, many residents of Russia prefer to visit countries that can be visited without a visa, or the documentation is promptly processed upon entering the state.

Popular tourist countries with a visa-free regime for Russians

Among Russians, there are the most popular countries for tourism, offering entry to their territory without a visa.

Thailand

A unique oriental country that attracts people from all over the world:

mild climatic conditions;
picturesque nature;
unusual and very tasty cuisine;
rich cultural heritage and an interesting story;
exotic types of entertainment.

The city leaves the most vivid and unforgettable impressions Pattaya, located in the southeast of the state. You can stay in Thailand for a maximum of three months without a permit.

Montenegro

The country is famous for its unsurpassed splendor of the landscape, the optimal climate for tourists and the mountain air. You can rest in Montenegro for no more than a month.

Montenegro is adjacent to countries that also do not need a permit to enter: Albania, Macedonia and other states. This geographic feature provides an opportunity to continue your journey.

The tourist country invites tourists to combine beach and relaxing holidays with active ones. It is recommended to visit the following resorts in the country:

the island of St. Stephen;
Becici;
Budva.

Israel

After seven hours of flight from Moscow, the tourist finds himself in amazing country, which is washed by two seas: Mediterranean and Red... The state is associated by many with ladyship, holy places and By the dead sea , which is known to the world for the healing properties of its mud and salts, which are actively used in cosmetology.

The Mediterranean and Red Seas will attract beach lovers and sun lovers. Jerusalem, Haifa and Bethlehem will not leave indifferent tourists who value historical sights and rich culture of foreign countries.

Israel has one of the best and most efficient health care systems, which is why the country attracts many health-conscious tourists. On the territory of the state, without a visa, you can stay and rest for three months.

Dominican Republic

A long flight at 14 o'clock pays off with vivid impressions immediately upon arrival in the country. Palm trees, bright sun, unique coral reefs, Caribbean sea and exotics attract Russian tourists who can stay in the country for 45 days. Hotels operate on the popular All Inclusive system.

Maldives

One of the most picturesque and mesmerizing places on earth attracts tourists from all over the world. The islands have an atmosphere of tranquility, romance and harmony.

Snow-white sandy beaches, emerald ocean and comfortable hotels with a range of various services will make your stay unforgettable. A permit document is not required if the tourist stays in the country for a maximum of 30 days.

Cuba

The country, remote from Russia, is friendly to Russian tourists. You can stay in Cuba for one month without applying for a visa. Temperament local residents, unique cuisine and beaches Caribbean will leave a lot of impressions and vivid memories.

Havana and Varadeo are popular resorts. It is worth noting that the beggarly existence of the Cubans can overshadow the rest.

Egypt and Turkey - Visa-Free Countries Beloved by Russians Now Unavailable?

Two states, which were visited by millions of Russian tourists, deserve special attention. Russia announced the introduction of a visa regime with Turkey after the events associated with the downed plane in late 2015. Then, due to the actions of the President of the country and the turbulent situation, Russians were banned from entering the state in 2016. In mid-summer 2016, following an official apology from the Turkish president for the downed plane in November 2015, Russian citizens were allowed to travel to Turkey. Now the situation is constantly changing and it is necessary to follow the latest news.

Russians had to forget about the popular resorts of Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh. Egypt has always attracted Russians with excellent conditions for recreation and interesting excursions to the pyramids and other attractions. At the end of November 2015, flights from Russia to Egypt were temporarily suspended after a Russian plane crashed in the skies over this country.

After the end of the disintegration of the USSR, the countries formed the CIS. Within the framework of the union, many agreements of a political nature were signed, while special attention paid to the visa regime.

There are a number of states where you can spend your vacation with a passport citizen of the Russian Federation:

Autonomous Republic of Abkhazia;
Kazakhstan;
and Ukraine.
List of other visa-free countries for Russian citizens
List of states
Republic of Belarus;
Kyrgyzstan;
The Republic of Tajikistan;
Kazakhstan.

When issued foreign passport you can visit Georgia, Azerbaijan, Moldova, Uzbekistan, Armenia in, entry into which does not require a visa, the period of possible stay in the country without a permit is indicated in brackets:

Antigua and Barbuda (30 days);
Bahamas (three months);
Jamaica (month);
Swaziland (month);
Barbados (28 days);
Argentina (three months);
Fiji (four months);
Bosnia and Herzegovina (month);
Paraguay (three months);
Botswana (three months);
Malaysia (month);
Brazil (three months);
Chile (up to three months);
Vanuatu (month);
Vietnam (15 days);
Island of Haiti (three months);
Guyana (three months);
Cook Islands (31 days);
Republic of the Gambia (56 days);
Guatemala (three months);
Peru (three months);
Honduras (three months);
Nicaragua (90 days);
Hong Kong (two weeks);
El Salvador (up to three months);
Grenada (three months);
Guam Island (up to one and a half months);
Colombia (three months);
Costa Rica (month);
Ecuador (three months);
South Korea (two months);
Laos (15 days);
Tunisia (up to 90 days);
Mauritius (three months);
Venezuela (three months in half a year);
Macau (month);
Panama (three months);
Morocco (three months);
Mongolia (month);
Namibia (three months);
Uruguay (up to three months);
Serbia (30 days);
Philippines (month).

Countries with visas issued upon arrival

In some countries, a visa is issued upon arrival at the airport of the state, the procedure takes from five minutes to half an hour:

India;
Bangladesh;
Zambia;
Gabon;
Kuwait;
Myanmar;
Paraguay;
Madagascar;
Bolivia;
Zimbabwe;
Ghana;
Burundi;
Ethiopia;
Cyprus;
Seychelles;
Lebanon;
Bahrain;
Gabon;
Kenya;
Cambodia;
Iran;
Jordan;
Iraq;
Kenya;
Tonga;
Mali;
Western Samoa;
Uganda;
Nepal;
Tanzania;
Sri Lanka;
Senegal.

To enjoy the exotic and beauty of foreign countries, it is not necessary to apply for a visa. Many states offer Russian tourists to visit their territory without a permit. Therefore, Russians have an excellent opportunity to choose the best option.

Relax easily! We list all visa-free countries for Russians in 2020. Bonus: a list of countries where you can fly to relax at sea without a visa and inexpensively.

Don't want to collect packages of documents, pay expensive fees, wait for registration and comply with other bureaucratic formalities? Fly on vacation without a visa!

We have compiled a complete list of countries where Russians can travel without a visa in 2020. Take your pick and relax! For convenience, we have divided the countries by geographic principle and placed a link to search for air tickets or tour packages to this country next to each popular destination.

List of visa-free countries for Russians in 2020

Russians in 2020 without a visa can go to 76 countries and territories... Of these, 5 countries and territories can be visited even without a passport. But in Europe, only 4 countries are open for visa-free entry, most of them need Schengen. But on South America you can travel to your heart's content and literally without borders - you can live in each country for 90 days, and at border points you only need to show a valid passport. Visa-free for Russians and many Asian countries.

Without a passport (according to a civil passport)

You can travel abroad not only without a visa, but also without a passport. True, the choice is very limited. IN following countries and the territory of the Russians can enter with a general civil passport:

(90 days)
Armenia (180 days)
Belarus (90 days)
(90 days)
Kyrgyzstan (90 days)

Europe (by passport)

Bosnia and Herzegovina (30 days): tickets →
Macedonia (90 days): tickets →
Serbia (30 days): tickets →
(30 days):

Former USSR (according to international passport)

(90 days)
(up to one year):
Moldova (90 days)
Uzbekistan (not limited)
Ukraine (90 days)
Tajikistan (up to 90 days)

Where is it safe and calm? Look - we compared countries in terms of natural disasters, wars and terrorism, peacefulness and attitude towards tourists.

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South America and West Indies

Antigua and Barbuda (30 days)
Argentina (90 days)
Bahamas (90 days): tickets →
Barbados (28 days)
Bolivia (90 days)
(90 days): tickets →
Venezuela (90 days)
Haiti (90 days)
Guyana (90 days)
Guatemala (90 days)
Honduras (90 days)
Grenada (90 days)
Dominica (90 days)
(60 days):
Colombia (90 days)
Costa Rica (90 days)
(30 days):
Nicaragua (90 days)
Panama (90 days)
Paraguay (90 days)
Peru (90 days)
El Salvador (90 days)
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (up to 30 days)
Saint Kitts and Nevis (up to 90 days)
Saint Lucia (up to 42 days)
Suriname (60 days)
Turks and Caicos Islands (up to 90 days)
Trinidad and Tobago (90 days)
Uruguay (90 days)
Chile (90 days)
Ecuador (90 days)
(30 days)

Africa

Botswana (90 days)
Gambia (56 days)
(60 days)
(90 days):
Namibia (90 days)
Swaziland (30 days)
(30 days):
(90 days):

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Asia and Oceania

Vanuatu (30 days)
(15 days, for a longer period you need to issue an electronic one):
(14 days): tickets →
Guam (45 days)
Northern Mariana islands (45 days)
(90 days):
(30 days): tickets →
Cook Islands (31 days)
Laos (15 days)
Macau (30 days)
(30 days)
(30 days, free):
Micronesia (30 days)
Mongolia (30 days)
Niue (30 days)
(30 days):
(30 days):
(60 days):
Fiji (up to 4 months)
(30 days): tickets →
(60 days)

Where to go without a visa in 2020: a simplified system

If the list of visa-free countries for Russians is not enough for you, then choose a destination with simplified entry for your vacation. In some countries, a visa can be obtained upon arrival, in others an electronic visa is easily done. There are no difficulties in obtaining such visas - it is quick and easy. The lists below will greatly expand the geography of your vacation.

Visa on arrival

Russians in 2020 can travel without a pre-issued visa to 31 countries - it will be delivered upon arrival at the airport. In some places you have to pay (for example, in Jordan), but somewhere it will be delivered for free. In any case, a visa upon arrival is a very convenient thing: you do not need to go to the consulate and collect a package of documents, wait a long time and be afraid that a visa will be refused. Often, in order to obtain a visa upon arrival, you only need to have a return ticket or a ticket to a third country, a hotel reservation and sufficient funds to stay in the country for the entire duration of the trip. Requirements depend on a specific country, check the information on the official websites of the consulates.

Asia and Oceania

Bangladesh (15 days)
Bahrain (30 days)
(30 days)
Iran (30 days)
(30 days)
Lebanon (30 days, free visa at Beirut airport)
Nepal (15-90 days)
Palau (30 days)
Pitcairn (14 days)
Samoa (60 days, free)
East Timor (30 days, in Dili)
Tonga (1 month, free)
Tuvalu (1 month, free)
Turkmenistan (10 days, paid, issued at the Ashgabat airport, you need to have an invitation)

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Africa

Burundi (30 days, need permission from the country's Foreign Ministry)
Guinea-Bissau (90 days)
Djibouti (30 days)
(30 days or 15 days to the Sinai Peninsula with a free visa)
Zambia (30-90 days)
Zimbabwe (30-90 days)
(30 days)
Comoros (14 days)
Madagascar (30 or 90 days)
Mozambique (30 days, at Maputo airport)
Nauru (14 days)
Rwanda (30 days)
(90 days)
Togo (7 days, can be extended up to 90 days)
Uganda (90 days)
Eritrea (30 days)
Ethiopia (up to 90 days at Bole airport)

(photo © Guybrush Tripwood / flickr.com)

Where can you go with an e-visa

There are two types of e-visa:

actually electronic, that is, you issue it via the Internet and you are allowed to enter the country without sticking a paper visa into your passport (for example, in Cyprus);
an electronic permit for obtaining a visa upon arrival, when you only receive a visa permit on the Internet, and at the airport they paste your visa into your passport (for example, in Vietnam, if your stay exceeds 15 days).

Both visas are convenient and save a lot of time and nerves. Usually, to obtain a visa authorization, you need to pay a fee and send scanned copies required documents... Below is a list of countries where you can travel without a visa in the traditional sense in 2020 - that is, you can either apply for a visa permit via the Internet or get an e-visa.

Australia (3, 6 or 12 months, you can apply online. BUT you need to pass biometrics): tickets →
Gabon (visa for 1, 2, 3 or 6 months)
(60 days, visa authorization required):
(90 days, renewable for another 90 days)
(90 days, free registration. Condition: entry to Cyprus only from the territory of the Russian Federation, and not from third countries. If you are flying with a connecting flight or from another country, you need to apply for a regular visa.):
Ivory Coast (3 months)
(30 days, extension is possible. You can stay in the country up to 180 days within one trip. Free registration.): Tickets →
Montserrat (1 year, multiple entries)
Myanmar (28 days stay in the country with a visa validity period of 90 days)
Sao Tome and Principe (30 days)
(35 days from the date of visa issuance): tickets →
Solomon Islands (3 months, free)
Sierra Leone (30 days)
(30 days):

Where you can fly inexpensively without a visa

Do you want to relax on a budget and without a visa? Please select a country from the following. We have compiled a list of visa-free countries and states with simplified entry for Russians, where you can fly quite inexpensively.

The specified minimum prices in rubles for air tickets (round trip) for one person. The cost of the tours is indicated for two for 7-10 nights. Watching flights from Moscow.

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Abkhazia

To get to Abkhazia, you need to fly to Sochi (Adler) airport. Further by land transport we get to the Abkhaz resorts. Tickets to Adler cost from 3000 rubles, tours to Abkhazia - from 20,000 rubles.

Vietnam, Thailand and Sri Lanka

Inexpensive and visa-free destinations for Russians. One thing is bad - you will have to spend money on the flight. Tickets cost from 30 thousand rubles, sometimes you can find it for 22-25 thousand. Vouchers cost from 60 thousand for two, to Sri Lanka - from 80 thousand.

Georgia

A country from the list of visa-free travel for Russians, and it is allowed to stay in Georgia for at least a whole year. You can fly here inexpensively: air tickets from Moscow and St. Petersburg usually cost about 8-12 thousand rubles. The cheapest air tickets from Yekaterinburg, Novosibirsk, Krasnodar, Adler and Krasnoyarsk to Tbilisi cost around 15-22 thousand.

Israel

Israel is another country where you can fly without a visa and very cheap, and many people use it with pleasure! Tickets cost from 11,000 rubles, tours - from 55,000.

India

An electronic visa is issued for a trip to India: it is easy to get it, but it costs $ 100. But Goa is one of the most inexpensive seaside holiday destinations. Tours cost from 50 thousand, last minute ones are cheaper. Tickets to Delhi cost from 20 thousand.

Kenya

If you are in the mood for real black Africa, go to Kenya or Tanzania! Alas, these countries are not included in the list of visa-free travel for Russians, and tickets are not cheap - from 32,000 rubles. But everything is learned by comparison. It is difficult to obtain visas to almost all other African countries, and flights there are even more expensive. It is easier to travel to Kenya and Tanzania: visas are issued using a simplified system, there are more flights, and security is higher.

Cyprus

Another popular destination recreation. An e-visa is easily done online, the prices at the resorts are European, but not prohibitively high. Tickets to Larnaca cost from 6,000 rubles, to Paphos - from 15,000 rubles. You can buy a tour to Cyprus from 50 thousand rubles.

Morocco, Tunisia and Egypt

Russians can fly to Morocco and Tunisia without a visa; in Egypt, a visa is issued upon arrival. Rest in all countries is inexpensive. Tickets from Moscow to Morocco cost from 10-15 thousand, to Egypt and Tunisia - the same.

Photo © Marc Veraart / flickr.com.

UAE

Inexpensive tickets to Dubai are also not uncommon, and for flights from many cities of Russia. Fly to the UAE from Yekaterinburg, St. Petersburg, Moscow, Mineralnye Vody, Krasnodar, Kazan can be from 15 thousand rubles, during big sales - even cheaper. Vouchers cost from 50 thousand.

Turkey

Where can you go inexpensively and without a visa, if not to Turkey? It is these two criteria that have made the country so popular for Russians: visa-free entry and cheap vacation... You can fly to Istanbul for 8,000 rubles, to Antalya - for 10,000. Tours are very cheap: even 20 thousand rubles is not the limit, there are vouchers for 15 and even 10 thousand for two. All-inclusive vacation costs from 35 thousand rubles.

Philippines

A flight to the Philippines cannot be called inexpensive - tickets usually cost from 35-40 thousand rubles. However, sometimes you can fly to this visa-free country for Russians cheaper - sometimes there are tickets for 27-30 thousand.

Montenegro

Tickets to Tivat can be found from 10 thousand rubles, to Podgorica - from 13 thousand. Tours cost from 40 thousand.

South America and the Caribbean

An unfortunate paradox and injustice - the list of visa-free countries for Russians includes almost all states of South America and The Caribbeanbut it is very expensive to fly there. Only big sales (for example, Allitalia) or erroneous rates save. Usually tickets to the countries of Latin America cost from 40-50 thousand rubles.

South Korea

One of the few developed countries on the list of visa-free travel for Russians. It's worth using! The cheapest flight to Seoul is from Vladivostok and Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk - tickets for direct flights of S7 airlines can cost only 14,000 rubles. Flights from Moscow and St. Petersburg cost from 30 thousand rubles.

We have considered all the countries where Russians can travel in 2020 without a visa and at the same time inexpensively. All other countries either require pre-issued visas (through the consulate and visa centers) or are not destinations where you can fly cheap.

Introductory image source: © Bestpicko / flickr.com / bestpicko.com.

Every Russian tries to plan his vacation. In this regard, the question may arise about what are the visa-free countries for Russians in 2015-2016, where can you relax without additional paperwork, or where can Russian businessmen come on business without formalities?

Where can you go without a passport?

When it comes to a vacation spot, everyone wants to go there quickly, without wasting time preparing a visa. This is especially true for those who do not even have a foreign passport. There are countries of visa-free or simplified entry for Russian citizens, crossing the border with which is possible with an internal passport. These include Tajikistan, South Ossetia, Belarus, Kazakhstan and others. Ukraine is also included in the visa-free countries for Russians (2016), the list of required documents for entry into its territory is still supplemented by a foreign passport.

As a general rule, to travel anyway you need an identity card for each adult and a birth certificate for children. In addition, the child's documents must have a stamp confirming Russian citizenship, even if the family travels to visa-free countries and an international passport.

Most often, in such states it is allowed to stay for up to three months, and at the border tourists will have to fill out a questionnaire or get a migration card, which is issued on a train or plane for free.

The most popular holiday destinations according to the national passport of the Russian Federation

Visa-free countries for Russians are very attractive as places for travel (2016). The list of places where a passport is not needed includes the following directions:

First of all, it is recommended to go to Abkhazia. Rest here is relatively inexpensive. You can go to the mountains, stay in a sanatorium or by the sea, at the discretion of vacationers. Here everyone will find something to do, so you can safely take the whole family with you. The most popular among tourists are settlementslike Gagra, New Afron, the capital of the Republic of Sukhum and others.
Some believe that the friendly Republic of Belarus, which is a visa-free country for residents of Russia in 2016, does not have the necessary resources for a good rest. In fact, this is not only a state where you can easily come without a passport, but also a place with a developed infrastructure. Unique flora and fauna, resorts, clubs and restaurants, historical sights and interesting places await everyone who wants to have a great time.
It is impossible not to mention Kazakhstan, a country with no visa regime for Russians. Astana and Alma-Ata are interesting cities with a chic historical heritage and distinctive culture. The legendary Baikonur cosmodrome is no less attractive for visitors. There are also ski resorts, the Beket-Ata underground mosque and many others. interesting places.

Kyrgyzstan is also a visa-free country for Russia for 2015 and 2016. It is strikingly different from Russian Federation, which attracts Russian tourists. This is where the wonderful famous lake Issyk-Kul, Koshoy-Gorgon settlement and many other interesting places. Kyrgyzstan does not require a passport, and rest in this country is relatively inexpensive, which you should definitely take advantage of in order to plunge into the mysterious local culture.

Where to go in 2016?

The list of visa-free countries for Russian tourists includes many states where you can come without a visa with a passport and have a great vacation for up to 3 months. But each state, as you know, has its own rules of stay and conditions, which should be strictly observed.

The most exotic visa-free countries for Russians in 2016:

Antigua and Barbuda - wonderful state, which is located on three sunny islands of the Caribbean Sea. When paying a tax of 135 dollars, Russian tourists are allowed to have a great rest on the paradise beaches. You can stay here without a visa for up to 30 days. The islands have unpretentious names A, B and R. The first two are more expensive due to the developed resort business and modern beaches, and the latter enchants with the beauty of pristine nature and pleases with a small number of tourists.
Argentina is another southern stateincluded in visa-free countries for Russians (2016). The list of the advantages of this region is endless. The cities most loved by tourists are here: Cordoba, Ushuya, Buenos Aires, Salta. In addition to them, you can visit the world famous Tierra del Fuego... Here, Russians can stay without a visa for up to three pounds.
Barbados is another country where you can go without a visa and enjoy the exotic, but no more than 28 days. Rest here is fabulous, so Russians tired of megacities can relax and forget about everything once they are here. A wonderful climate, white sand, a developed tourism industry and the Atlantic Ocean will make your vacation unforgettable.
The Republic of Paraguay is also a visa-free country for Russians (2016). The list of features of local tourism should begin with what this country has a large number of monuments dedicated to famous Russian people. There are many resorts here for lovers or those who are on vacation with the family. You can stay on the territory of this state without a visa for up to three months.
Botswana is also ready to accept Russians without a visa for up to 90 days. This state attracts real adventurers and travelers who are attracted by the unknown. Here you can see many exotic plants, birds and animals, canoe down the river, taste local cuisine and much more.
If we talk about visa-free countries for Russians (2015-2016), the list would be incomplete without the "land of happiness" - Vanuatu. You can come here for a month without a visa and enjoy your exotic vacation in full. Few Russian tourists run the risk of flying to such a distant land, so rest in this country is not the most popular at the moment. Go to sunny islands The Pacific stands for those who are tired of the hustle and bustle and strive for unity with nature and themselves. Ecotourism, diving, volcanoes, coral gardens and many other adventures await Russians in this country.
Venezuela provides Russian travelers with the opportunity to visit this land without a visa for three months every six months. However, this direction is still poorly understood and is not popular today among tourists from Russia. Nevertheless, there is something to admire: beaches, exotic nature, the beautiful city of Caracas, the highest in the world, the stunning Caribbean Sea and much more.
Israel is the most popular tourist destination and a visa-free country for Russians (2016). The list of all kinds of options for how to relax on the holy land is huge. Here are the monuments of ancient Judaism, beautiful objects of architecture, the best sanatoriums on the planet and, of course, a warm seaside... That is why tourists from all over the world come here all year round. And for Russians there is a unique opportunity to get to this land of biblical mythology without a visa, but for no more than three months.
Costa Rica gives Russian visitors the opportunity to stay in the country without a visa for up to thirty days. This state is not suitable for families with children, as the journey here is very tiring and long. But extremals will definitely like it here! Sunny beach, wild animals, foggy jungle - all within the safari genre.
Micronesia today is one of the most popular countries for beach holidays. Russians can bask in the sun on local beaches no more than thirty days. The state is part of a visa-free country for Russians. A complete list of the joys of a tropical vacation is provided for single tourists and families coming here. Outlandish marine life, corals, white beach, leisure, excursions - there is something for everyone!

Conditions for entry

Before setting off, you need to find out on what conditions entry to visa-free countries for Russians is allowed (2015). The full list of them includes, as a rule, the term of the tourist's international passport, the availability of a return ticket, time limits for stay, as well as an invitation from residents of this state or a booked hotel room. They may demand an extract from the bank accounts of a Russian in order to make sure that he has something to live in this country.

After a person decides on the choice, he should find out more about the conditions of travel to the territory, prices for after crossing the border (if any), and so on.

Inaccessible Europe

This part of the planet is inaccessible for Russian citizens, and few manage to get into its territory without additional formalities. However, there are countries that are not included in the European Union and the territory of action where a Russian tourist or businessman can get without additional bureaucratic ceremonies.

Visa-free countries Europe for Russians (2016):

Serbia opens the list, which is one of the most supportive states in Europe towards Russia. To visit it, a citizen of the Russian Federation must have an international one which will end later than the moment when the tourist leaves Serbia. In addition, be sure to register no later than 48 hours after arrival at the place of stay.
Macedonia is another state whose conditions for Russians to visit are simplified. Residents of the Russian Federation can stay here for three months without additional conditions, except for a valid passport and a tourist's medical certificate.
To Montenegro russian tourist can go for a whole month without a visa. But when leaving the country, you will need to pay a special tax at the airport.
If someone has a desire to visit Bosnia and Herzegovina, then this can be easily done without a visa, provided that the stay of tourists in the country does not exceed one month. In addition, a voucher from a travel agency and a booked hotel room are required.
Turkey is a country trying to join the european states... A Russian can stay on its territory for no more than two months without a visa. In this case, you need a voucher from the tour operator, a valid international identity card, a booked hotel room, a return ticket.

Popularity rating

Currently, according to official data, there are more than a hundred different states that allow Russian tourists or businessmen to enter their territory without special formalities.

Top 10 visa-free countries for Russians in 2016:

Israel;
Cuba;
Tunisia;
Egypt;
Vietnam;
Turkey;
Dominican Republic;
Maldives;
Montenegro;
Northern Cyprus.

What countries can I apply for visas online?

There is a simplified border crossing procedure in some countries when a citizen applies for a visa through the Consulate's email. If the government allows a foreigner to enter, then the stamp in the passport, permitting stay in this country, is placed right at the airport upon arrival. It's convenient, because you don't have to run around with pieces of paper.

This method is typical, for example, in India and Bahrain. Before traveling to Cyprus, a provisional visa can also be obtained online. In Mexico, an entry permit can be obtained online and is valid for six months. If a Russian is going to Rwanda, then a visa will have to be issued for a fee, but it is also allowed to use the Internet resource. The payment in this case will be $ 60. Similar rules are set by the governments of Singapore and Sri Lanka.

Visa-free transit

Certain states allow Russians to stay on their territory without a visa. In this case, the time of stay is extremely limited. In order to legally spend time in a country that is along the route of a tourist, you must have a foreign passport and a valid ticket, which confirms that the tourist has the right to stay in this territory for a certain time.

For example, during the day a tourist can stay in Aruba, Bonaire, Curacao, Sint Maarten. Only 9 hours are allowed to pass through Panama. If you have a visa to Romania, and this is where the passenger goes, then Bulgaria will receive a transit guest for 36 hours. If the traveler went to Cyprus or has in his hands Romania will accept him for 5 days. Within 72 hours, you can transit in Japan and Brunei, and Singapore and the UAE receive transit tourists for 96 hours.

Two weeks trip

As a rule, the vast majority of Russians go to distant countries to rest. Two weeks is enough for this. In this connection, individual states provide an opportunity to come to their territory for tourists from Russia, get acquainted with the culture and sights without the need for a visa. 2016 includes Tunisia, Netherlands Antilles, Laos, Hong Kong and Vietnam.

It should be noted some of the features of the visa-free regime in various states. In particular, the Republic of Fiji allows Russians to legally reside on their territory without a visa for up to 120 days, and in Armenia you can stay for six months!

A very interesting tourism system in China. In each region, Russians are allowed to reside without visas different time... For example, 14 days in Hong Kong, a whole month in Macau and only 72 hours in the capital of this state. This is due to the fact that each province has regional authorities and its own laws.

In Tunisia, a visa-free regime applies only to those tourists who come in an organized way. Authorities South Korea they are allowed to stay without a visa only on a separate island of Jeju, in addition, a tourist must be a regular in this country (visit it at least ten times).

Vacation planning is an exciting process. The success of the trip depends on the right choice of the country for the rest. But often the possibility of travel is limited by the visa regime of entry into the country. What if there is no possibility of obtaining a visa? Choose countries where you can go without a visa.

Video: overview of visa-free countries on the map

Where in Europe to rest without a visa?

Visiting most of the countries of Europe is a necessity for Russians. But not all European countries are members of the Schengen agreement.

Countries with visa-free travel in 2019:

- You can travel around the country for a whole month, to enter you have a passport with you, the validity period of which ends no earlier than the end of the trip.
Ukraine, - the period of stay is up to 3 months, you must present both passports: both a citizen of the Russian Federation and a foreign one.
- stay up to two months, only a passport is required.
- You can travel up to a month, you must have a foreign passport.
Moldova - travel period - 90 days, a foreign passport is required.
- travel period - 90 days, in addition to a foreign passport, a certified invitation or a voucher of a travel company is desirable.
Bosnia and Herzegovina - travel period - up to 1 month, in addition to a passport, you need a certified invitation-support, provision of tickets to the Motherland, a travel agency voucher.

Countries with different entry conditions

You can also travel to Europe without a visa to the following countries:

... In general, Russians need a visa to travel to Cyprus. But in case of arrival by aircraft landing in Paphos or Larnaca, it is possible to purchase a visa for three months in advance online. You must first submit an application form on the embassy website.
B and a two-week visit to the border part of the Sør-Varanger region is allowed if the Russian lives no more than 35 km from the Norwegian border. Kaliningraders can visit the northern regions of the Warmia-Mazury and Pomorskiy Polish regions for a month.
And for a period of 90 days, you can go to Russians - residents of cities: Krasnogorodsk, Pechera, Pytalovo, Ostrov and the Pskov region.

Where to relax without a visa at sea?

The overwhelming majority of Russians associate holidays abroad with the compulsory swimming in the warm sea. In which countries by the sea can you spend your vacation?

Turkey

Previously, to visit Turkey, you had to pay for a visa upon entering the country. Now this procedure is not required, so Russians can visit any of turkish resorts and stay in the country for up to 30 days. High-quality service, all-inclusive system, excellent nightclubs and obligatory animation in every hotel are indispensable conditions for rest in turkish hotels... Additionally, you can purchase a tour for a flight to Israel, enjoy excursion programs.

Vietnam

Traveling does not require a visa in advance - it is issued upon arrival in the country. However, before buying a ticket and traveling, you must obtain permission from the Ministry of Public Security of Vietnam to obtain a visa upon entry. This can be done in two ways: through a tour operator or independently via the Internet. The "Vietnamese" destination is still new, so it's worth visiting the country before it turns into a typical tourist reservation.

Dominican Republic

A visa is issued directly at the airport upon arrival in the country. Validity period - month. Beach holidays in the Dominican Republic are pearl-white beaches and coral reefs, warm ocean and gentle sun. Also in the country there is a huge reserve with American crocodiles. Tourist enthusiasts will appreciate the many museums and monuments that highlight the history of the colonization of the islands.

Egypt

A country proven by generations of tourists, where traditional beach activities are successfully combined with ancient history. Those who want to enjoy spa vacation and to visit the majestic pyramids you only need to pay $ 20 for entry. Read more about and how to enter free of charge.

Israel

Jerusalem is ancient city with a special atmosphere, as if saturated with the spirit of ancient world religions. And the Dead Sea of \u200b\u200bIsrael is famous for its healing properties. Russians can stay in without a visa for up to 90 days.

Maldives

To fly on means to enjoy a vacation on the cleanest beaches, surrounded by a piercing blue sea with coral reefs, try yourself in diving and plunge into the atmosphere of absolute peace. The right to enter is confirmed by a visa, which the tourist receives for $ 10 right at the airport.

Thailand

"Pop", so attractive to tourists, also does not require travelers to pre-apply for a visa to enter.

For a 30-day stay in the country, a passport with two blank pages is enough, which expires no earlier than six months before the end of the trip.

Will it work out without a visa in Greece?

Planning a trip to Greek resorts? No wonder - the gorgeous climate, abundance of entertainment and rich architecture attract tourists to Greece from all over the world.

Unfortunately, to stay in most Greek resorts, you need to obtain a Schengen visa.

But there is a way out - a trip to one of the islands adjacent to Turkey... A visa for entry is provided to a tourist upon arrival in the country. Its cost is 30 euros.

List greek islandswhere you can go by ferry from Turkey and get a short-term visa "on the spot":

Cyclades Islands: Mykonos and Santorini.
Lesvos.
Chios.

Visa-free entry to other countries worthy of the attention of tourists

Features:

duration of stay - 90 days;
document - internal passport of the Russian Federation;
you cannot leave Abkhazia for Georgia.

Azerbaijan

Features:

duration of stay - 90 days;
ethnic Armenians are prohibited from entering the country, regardless of their citizenship;
refusal to enter if there are marks of Nagorno-Karabakh in the passport.

The period of stay is 90 days.

Bangladesh

Features:

The travel period is 3 months.
A visa is issued upon entry for $ 50.

Length of stay - 14 days

Features:

The period of stay is 90 days.
Ban on visits to the country by persons with stamps of Abkhazia, South Ossetia in their passports.

Indonesia, island

Features:

The visa is issued upon arrival.
A return ticket is required.
The travel period is 30 days.
The cost is $ 25.
It is possible to extend the stay by a month.

Features:

The travel period is 30 days.
The cost of the visa is 10 Jordanian dinars.
The possibility of increasing the period of entry by six months.

Features:

A tourist visa is issued upon arrival.
Validity period - 1 month.
You must provide a photo or pay an additional fee.
The cost is $ 20.

Visa-free entry is granted for a 30-day period.

The visa is issued at the airport upon arrival. You must provide 2 photos.

The cost of different types of visas:

15 days - $ 30;
30 days - $ 40;
90 days - $ 90.

Syria

Visa on arrival is available for men only for $ 20.

Features:

free visa-free entry for 21 days;
visa for 59 days upon arrival for $ 62.

Features:

Requires preliminary online registration and payment of $ 20 for information processing.
At the airport, you will need to present a printout of the visa permit, after which the tourist will be issued a 30-day double-entry visa (cost - $ 20).

Term - up to 60 days.

South Ossetia

Features:

The duration of stay is 3 months.
Possibility of entry with an internal passport.
You cannot move from Ossetia to Georgia.

Infographic: a complete list of countries that do not require visas

Rest abroad without a passport

Resort countries where you should buy a ticket or go to travel "savages" without a passport at all are:

Abkhazia. The purest sea \u200b\u200bwater and low housing prices are very attractive to tourists. Most popular resorts Abkhazia is New Athoswhere you can visit unique caves, Gagra with a rich history and architectural monuments, Pitsunda, Sukhum and Gudauta.
Belarus. This former Soviet republic is famous for its sights and quality health resorts. There is no sea in Belarus, but there is a huge number of lakes and protected areas. It is better to go here on a voucher to a sanatorium and combine rest with excursion programs: visiting Belovezhskaya Pushcha, inspection historical monuments in Grodno, Minsk and Brest.
is a region famous for its unique national reserves and a whole complex of historical, architectural and archaeological monuments. Baikonur, the world's first cosmodrome, is also of interest to tourists, as well as rest on the best ski resortslocated on the slopes of Altai.

Why is it worth choosing a country with a visa-free entry regime for a vacation?

Obtaining a visa is associated with certain difficulties:

Impossibility of purchasing a “burning ticket”. Visa processing takes quite a lot of time, therefore, it is impossible to save money by purchasing a last minute ticket - most of these tours are sold out 2-3 days before a possible departure.
Long visa processing time. This is especially true in the summer period - during the summer holidays, huge queues of potential tourists gather at the embassies.

Visa requirements change every year, some countries are becoming more open, while others, on the contrary, are becoming more difficult to get to. Let's look at where a Russian citizen can get in 2016 without applying for a visa at all or by applying for it in a lightweight mode (right at the border or online).

In fact, there are a lot of such countries, so a Russian passport is not so bad for a traveler - there are just a lot of opportunities to go somewhere without a visa!

You can visit South America, Africa, and some european countrieseven go to distant exotic islands... The only continent where you cannot get without a visa is Australia:

Let's get a look, to which countries to citizens of the Russian Federation in 2015 you can enter without a visa, and where it is easy to get by applying for an electronic visa or a visa at the border.

Albania (from May 25 to September 25, 2016)
Belarus (up to 90 days, passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation or international passport)
Bosnia and Herzegovina (up to 30 days)
Macedonia (up to 90 days, a visa is not required until March 15, 2016, in addition to a passport, the required amount of money for accommodation is also needed)
Moldova (up to 90 days)
Transnistrian Moldavian Republic (PMR)
Serbia (up to 30 days)
Turkey (up to 60 days)
Ukraine (up to 90 days, international passport)
Montenegro (up to 30 days)
Cyprus (up to 90 days, an application for a special pro-visa can be submitted via the Internet, you need to fill out a form on the embassy's website)

2. Asia

Abkhazia (up to 90 days, passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation or international passport)
Azerbaijan (up to 90 days)
Armenia (up to 180 days per year, up to 30 days without registration)
Bangladesh (up to 90 days, visa is issued at the border)
Bahrain (up to 14 days, visa is issued at the border upon availability of return tickets, hotel reservation and the required amount)
East Timor (up to 30 days, visa is issued at the border)
Vietnam (up to 15 days without a visa, a free visa up to 90 days can be obtained at the airport with a confirmation letter)
Hong Kong (up to 14 days)
Georgia (up to 360 days, but it is forbidden to enter the country with stamps on crossing the borders of Russia and Abkhazia or South Ossetia)
Israel (up to 90 days)
India (up to 30 days, the visa is placed at the airport if you have a completed visa permit via the Internet)
Indonesia (up to 30 days, visa is issued at the border)
Jordan (up to 30 days, visa is issued at the border)
Iran (up to 30 days, visa is issued at the border)
Kazakhstan (up to 90 days, passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation or international passport)
Cambodia (up to 30 days, visa is issued at the border or online)
Qatar (up to 14 days, visa is issued at the border, permission of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Qatar to enter)
Kyrgyzstan (up to 90 days, international passport)
China (up to 30 days, visa is issued at the border, or visa-free entry with a tourist group or during a working trip)
Kuwait (up to 30 days, a visa is issued at the border, an invitation from a Kuwaiti tour operator is required)
Laos (up to 15 days)
Lebanon (up to 30 days, visa is issued at the border)
Macau (up to 30 days)
Malaysia (up to 30 days)
Maldives (up to 30 days, visa is issued at the border, return ticket required)
Mongolia (up to 30 days)
Myanmar (up to 28 days, visa can be issued in advance via the Internet)
Nepal (up to 90 days, visa is issued at the border)
Syria (up to 15 days, visa is issued at the border only for men, women need to apply for a visa in advance)
Tajikistan (3 days without registration, international passport)
Thailand (up to 30 days)
Turkmenistan (up to 10 days, visa is issued at the border at the airport of Ashgabat)
Uzbekistan (up to 90 days)
Philippines (up to 30 days)
Sri Lanka (up to 30 days, visa authorization must be obtained online in advance)
South Korea (up to 60 days)

3. South, Central and North America

Antigua and Barbuda (up to 30 days)
Argentina (up to 90 days)
Bahamas (up to 90 days)
Barbados (up to 28 days, visa is issued at the border)
Belize (up to 30 days, visa is issued at the land border)
Bolivia (up to 30 days, visa is issued at the border, return tickets are required, a certificate of vaccination against yellow fever)
Brazil (up to 90 days)
British Virgin Islands (visa on arrival upon arrival on a cruise ship)
Venezuela (up to 90 days)
Haiti (up to 90 days)
Guyana (up to 90 days)
Guatemala (up to 90 days)
Honduras (up to 90 days)
Grenada (up to 90 days, visa is issued at the border)
Dominica (up to 21 days, you need a return ticket, hotel reservation, proof of solvency)
Dominican Republic (up to 30 days, visa on arrival)
Colombia (up to 90 days)
Costa Rica (up to 30 days)
Cuba (up to 30 days, return tickets required, proof of solvency)
Mexico (up to 180 days, you need to issue an electronic entry permit via the Internet)
Montserrat (1 year, visa is issued online)
Nicaragua (up to 90 days)
Panama (up to 180 days, return ticket and proof of solvency required)
Paraguay (up to 90 days)
Peru (up to 183 days, return ticket required)
El Salvador (up to 90 days)
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (up to 30 days, return ticket required)
Saint Kitts and Nevis (up to 90 days)
Saint Lucia (up to 42 days)
Suriname (up to 60 days, visa is issued at the border with a visa permit from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Suriname)
Turks and Caicos Islands (up to 30 days, visa on arrival)
Trinidad and Tobago (up to 90 days)
Uruguay (up to 90 days)
Falkland Islands (up to 7 days, visa on arrival for cruise ship passengers)
Chile (up to 90 days)
Ecuador (up to 90 days)
Jamaica (up to 90 days, return ticket required)

4. Africa

Botswana (up to 90 days, return ticket required)
Burundi (up to 1 week, visa is issued at the border)
Gabon (up to 90 days, visa is issued at the border or online)
Gambia (up to 56 days)
Ghana (up to 90 days, visa is issued at the border with a visa permit from the Immigration Department of Ghana, a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required)
Guinea-Bissau (up to 90 days, visa is issued at the border)
Djibouti (up to 30 days, visa is issued at the border)
Egypt (up to 30 days, visa is issued at the border)
Zambia (up to 30 days, visa is issued at the border)
Zimbabwe (up to 30 days)
Cape Verde (up to 30 days, visa is issued at the border)
Kenya (up to 90 days, visa is issued online)
Comoros (up to 45 days, visa is issued at the border)
Côte d'Ivoire (visa on arrival with electronic authorization)
Mauritius (up to 60 days)
Madagascar (up to 90 days, visa is issued at the border)
Morocco (up to 90 days)
Namibia (up to 90 days)
Saint Helena (up to 90 days)
Rwanda (up to 90 days)
Sao Tome and Principe (up to 30 days, visa is issued at the border, you need to issue an electronic permit in advance on the website Migration Service)
Swaziland (up to 30 days)
Seychelles (up to 30 days)
Senegal (up to 90 days)
Somalia (up to 30 days)
Sierra Leone (up to 30 days, a visa can be issued online on the websites of accredited travel agencies)
Tanzania (up to 90 days, visa is issued at the border)
Togo (up to 7 days, visa is issued at the border)
Tunisia (up to 90 days)
Uganda (up to 90 days, visa is issued at the border)
Central African Republic (up to 7 days, visa is issued at the border)
Eritrea (up to 30 days, a visa is issued at the border at the Asmara airport with a pre-issued invitation)
Ethiopia (up to 180 days, visa is issued at the border at Bole airport, Addis Ababa)

5. Australia and Oceania

Vanuatu (up to 30 days)
Guam (up to 45 days)
Marshall Islands (up to 90 days, visa on arrival)
Micronesia (up to 30 days)
Nauru (up to 14 days)
Niue (up to 30 days)
Cook Islands (up to 31 days)
Palau (up to 30 days, visa is issued at the border)
Pitcairn (up to 14 days, for cruise ship passengers)
Samoa (up to 30 days, visa is issued at the border)
Northern Mariana Islands (up to 45 days)
Tonga (up to 31 days, visa is issued at the border)
Tuvalu (up to 30 days)
Fiji (up to 90 days, visa is issued at the border)

6. Countries with visa-free transit stays

And if you did not find the country that you dreamed of going to in the list of visa-free countries, do not despair! After all, now a visa to most countries can be obtained quite easily - independently or through a visa agency. You can even order a visa application online through the special service visatohome, where all documents will be processed without your personal presence. And if you need biometric data, you can even order a mobile biometrics service, when a specialist arrives at any place convenient for you and takes biometric data!

As you can see, the list of countries where citizens of the Russian Federation can get without a visa or using a simplified scheme is simply huge! It remains only to choose a country buy air tickets, to book a hotel and go on a journey!