Travel without a visa. Visa-free European countries for Russians
Which countries can you go to without a pre-arranged visa for Russians in 2020, just one passport is enough.
In total, 119 countries are available for Russians in 2020, where they can fly and go without a visa. 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 |
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| Azerbaijan | 90 |
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| Albania | 90 (between April 1 and October 31, 2020) |
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| Antigua and Barbuda | 30 |
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| Argentina | 90 |
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| Armenia | 180 |
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| Bahamas | 90 |
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| Barbados | 28 |
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| Belarus | 90 |
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| Bolivia | 90 |
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| Bosnia and Herzegovina | 30 |
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| Botswana | 90 |
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| Brazil | 90 |
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| Brunei | 14 |
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| Vanuatu | 30 |
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| Venezuela | 90 |
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| Vietnam | 15 |
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| Gambia | 56 |
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| Haiti | 90 |
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| Guyana | 90 |
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| Guatemala | 90 |
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| Honduras | 90 |
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| Hong Kong | 14 |
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| Grenada | 90 |
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| Georgia | 365 |
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| Dominica | 21 |
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| Dominican Republic | 30 |
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| West Sahara | 90 |
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| Israel | 90 |
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| Indonesia | 30 |
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| Kazakhstan | 90 | |
| Kyrgyzstan |
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| Colombia | 90 |
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| Costa Rica | 90 |
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| Cuba | 30 |
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| Laos | 30 |
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| Mauritius | 183 |
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| Macau | 30 |
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| Macedonia | 30 |
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| Malaysia | 30 |
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| Maldives | 90 |
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| Morocco | 90 |
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| micronesia | 30 |
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| Moldova | 90 |
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| Mongolia | 30 |
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| Nagorno-Karabakh | 180 |
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| Namibia | 90 |
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| Nicaragua | 90 |
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| Niue | 30 |
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| Cook Islands | 31 |
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| Palau | 30 |
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| Palestine | 90 |
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| Panama | 180 |
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| Paraguay | 90 |
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| Peru | 183 |
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| Transnistria | 180 | |
| Salvador | 90 |
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| Seychelles | 30 |
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| Senegal | 90 |
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| Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | 30 |
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| Saint Kitts and Nevis | 90 |
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| Saint Lucia | 45 |
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| Serbia | 30 |
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| Suriname | 90 |
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| Tajikistan | Unlimited time of stay at the discretion of the migration service |
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| Thailand | 30 |
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| Taiwan | 14 |
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| Turks and Caicos | 90 |
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| Tonga | 31 |
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| Trinidad and Tobago | 90 |
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| Tuvalu | 30 |
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| Tunisia | 90 |
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| Türkiye | 60 |
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| Uzbekistan | Unlimited time of stay at the discretion of the migration service |
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| Ukraine | 90 |
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| Uruguay | 90 |
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| Philippines | 30 |
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| Montenegro | 30 |
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| Chile | 90 |
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| Ecuador | 90 |
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| Eswatini (formerly Swaziland) | 30 |
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| South Africa | 90 |
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| South Korea | 60 |
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| South Ossetia | 90 |
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| Jamaica | 90 |
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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 |
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| Bahrain | 14 | $66 |
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| Burundi | 30 | $40 |
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| 60 | $90 | ||
| East Timor | 30 | $30 |
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| Guinea-Bissau | 90 | 85 EUR |
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| Djibouti | 30 | $90 |
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| Egypt | 30 | $25 | |
| Zambia | 90 | $50 |
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| Zimbabwe | 90 | $30 |
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| Jordan | 60 | 40 dinars |
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| Iran | 30 | 40 euro |
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| Cape Verde | 90 | 25 euro |
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| Cambodia | 30 | $30 |
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| Qatar | 30 | For free |
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| Comoros | 45 | 30 euro |
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| China, hainan island | 30 | For free |
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| Lebanon | 30 | For free |
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| Mauritania | 30 | 100 EUR |
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| Madagascar | 90 | 35 EUR or 37 USD |
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| Marshall Islands | 90 | For free |
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| Mozambique | 30 | 52 EUR or 55 USD |
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| Nauru | 14 | For free |
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| Nepal | 15 | 25 USD |
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| UAE | 30 | For free |
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| Oman | 10 | 6 Omani rials |
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| Pitcairn | 14 | 44 pounds |
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| Rwanda | 30USD |
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| Samoa | 60 | For free |
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| Sao Tome and Principe | 30 | $50 |
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| Saudi Arabia | 60 | 440 rials (approx. 140 USD) |
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| Saint Helena Island (Ascension and Tristan da Cunha) | 183 | 17GBP |
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| Tanzania | 90 | $50 |
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| Turks and Caicos | 7 | $16 |
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| Togo | 7 | 10000 CFA (16 USD) |
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| Turkmenistan | 10 | $155 |
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| Uganda | 90 | 100 dollars |
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| Fiji | 120 | For free |
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| CAR | 7 | $40 |
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| Sri Lanka | 30 | 40 USD upon arrival, 35 USD - in case of preliminary registration of an e-visa |
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| Eritrea | 30 | $50 |
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| Ethiopia | 30 | $50 |
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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, 75 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 Local Border Traffic
Top 15 visa-free countries for a beach holiday
| Season | Average air temperature during the day | Water temperature during peak season |
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| 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
Belarus is the most friendly state to Russia
Mount Ala-Too in Kyrgyzstan
Uzbekistan
The period of stay in Uzbekistan is not limited, however, entry into the territory of this country is carried out using a foreign passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation. by the most popular place cultural heritage is the Blue Mosque.
Armenia
Visiting Armenia is possible with a passport and is limited to a 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.
Visa-free countries in Europe and Asia
Russian tourists have the opportunity to visit countries both near and far abroad, having only a foreign passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation. The list of countries that can be visited without opening a visa is quite large.
Hong Kong, Tunisia and Laos are among the shortest in terms of the permitted period of stay. The period of stay of a citizen of the Russian Federation with a foreign passport in specified places limited to two weeks.
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Do you want to go abroad, but do not want to get involved in bureaucratic battles with embassy employees? No problem, because there are as many as 38 states that you can visit without unnecessary formalities.
Visa free countries for Russians, included in this list in 2019, they offer a beach holiday for every taste: from inexpensive to exclusive. A relatively short flight is also an important argument when choosing a direction.
Albania refers to the Balkan states. This member of the list is located near Montenegro and Greece, washed by the Ionian and Adriatic Seas. The resorts of the Adriatic are rich in the purest sandy beaches. The shores adorn scenic spots, rocky bays and pine forests. You can stay in the country for 90 days without a visa.
Vietnam attracts with its pristine nature, the good nature of the locals, clean white and pink beaches and mild climate. Here you can absolutely freely and, importantly, inexpensively, relax for 15 days.
Georgia. The resorts of Adjara are ideal for family pastime. The purest water, mild climate and comfortable conditions were appreciated by many tourists. If you are looking for a vacation abroad without a visa, and inexpensively, then Georgia is great option. Free entry for Russians is valid for a whole year.
Egypt continues the list, despite some difficulties with . Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh still delight vacationers with comfortable hotels. Clean beach areas, beautiful underwater world and coral reefs beckon travelers all year round. A visa is issued upon arrival, lasting for a month, the price is $25.
Israel- a country rich in ancient sights and resort areas. The Mediterranean coast attracts tourists with unique vegetation, warm healing water of the Dead and. Here you can rest in a visa-free regime for 90 days.
It pleases with bright colors, inexpensive food and the absence of language problems, because the Russians have occupied almost all the “hot places”. An electronic visa to India for 30 days is issued online, the cost is $60.
Indonesia in 2019 climbed even higher in the list of popular tourist destinations among travelers abroad. Fascinating flora and fauna, many picturesque places with clear sea water - an ideal place for tourists. The coast of Indonesia is popular among surfers and those who like to bask in the rays of the tropical sun. During the month, tourists are provided visa-free vacation.
- the ancient coast of Aphrodite, washed by warm mediterranean sea, with vibrant scenery and beautiful stretches of beach. It's small paradise for tourists. To enter, it is enough to pre-apply for a visa online, for a period of 90 days. A single entry will cost inexpensively, 25 euros, a multivisa - 65 euros.
– African state with Arabic exoticism. It is washed by the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. The coast and Moroccan beaches will delight tourists with untouched nature, hot sand and warm water. The visa-free regime for Russians is valid for 90 days.
Thailand– exotic warm country like a fairy tale. luxury resorts with coconut palms and clear blue lagoons will not leave indifferent any tourist. Visitors from abroad are allowed to enjoy the local beauties for a month.
It is located in North Africa and is washed by the warm Mediterranean Sea. You can swim here almost all year round. picturesque coast, clear turquoise water and cozy surroundings - optimal location for travelers with children. Hassle-free and inexpensive vacation in Tunisia is provided for a period of 90 days.
Türkiye, which at the beginning of 2019 was still on the list of “undesirable” destinations for Russians, continues the list of visa-free countries for a beach holiday. The long coast is rich beautiful beaches and historical sights. You can spend a month in Turkey without visa control.
Montenegro- hospitable country Balkan Peninsula. The coast of the Adriatic Sea has picturesque beach resorts, cozy sunny bays and clear waters Adriatic. Visa-free entry is valid for 30 days.
Sri Lanka- a paradise on the planet with amazing color and romantic landscapes. The cleanest beach areas, calm ocean waters, amazing corals and a peaceful atmosphere will make your vacation unforgettable. An entry permit is issued upon arrival, lasting no more than 1 month.
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If the previous options for getting a tan abroad did not interest you, it’s too early to get upset. The most interesting is ahead. Visa-free entry for Russians extends to another list of countries where you can sunbathe in 2019. They are located, as a rule, on other continents, so this vacation can hardly be called inexpensive. However, the stronger the impression will be.
Antigua and Barbuda is a small island nation in the Caribbean. Mild climate, exotic vegetation, pink and White sand, cozy bays attract travelers from all over the world. Free entry is open for a month.
Argentina- an unusually bright country on the coast Atlantic Ocean. The beautiful beach coast stretches for 17 km, where there are 24 comfortable resorts that are crowded with tourists in summer. You can rest here for 90 days.
Bahamas- the next tropical exotic in the Atlantic Ocean. The Bahamas are rich in snow-white sandy beaches, blue lagoons, coral reefs and the pristine tranquility of nature. Visa-free entry for Russians is valid for 3 months.
Barbados located in the eastern part Caribbean. He is famous for his the cleanest beaches, luxurious gardens, caves with underwater lakes and rivers. Here you can freely stay up to 28 days.
Brazil- a bright exotic country that attracts tourists with its color, warm climate and rhythm of life. The coast of Brazil with white sands is very diverse, there are secluded scenic spots, and there are crowded resorts. 90 days you can rest without a visa.
Vanuatu Tropical islands surrounded by the Pacific Ocean. Beautiful weather all year round makes a beach holiday unforgettable. For lovers of underwater entertainment, here is provided long list opportunities. Abroad fashionable to spend here Honeymoon. Visa-free entry for Russians is valid for 30 days.
Venezuela- a beautiful Latin American country with a unique exotic. Picturesque landscapes, soft sand, an abundance of pearls and rainforests leave a lot of impressions. Margarita Island is famous great vacation and clean warm water. A visa is not required for visits up to 90 days.
Haiti- a tropical island nation surrounded by coral reefs, with hot sand, transparent lagoons and romantic sunsets. Three months are allowed to be without any formalities.
Hong Kong washed on three sides South China Sea, rarely offered in tourist lists for a beach holiday. And in vain. Numerous bays and bays stretch along coastline, and the cleanest coast is protected from the wind mountain ranges and great for swimming. Russians are allowed to rest here for two weeks without a visa.
Grenada located on the southeastern coast of the Caribbean Sea. Cozy bays, a rich underwater world and a deserted coast are created for lovers of a calm, peaceful leisure. It is allowed to stay in a visa-free regime for 90 days.
Located in the eastern part of Haiti. Evergreen vegetation and snow-white beaches with soft sand, diving and snorkeling will be remembered for a long time by guests from abroad. For a whole month you can rest in the country without obtaining an entry permit.
Kenya continues the list of destinations where you can get impressions relatively inexpensively. The Indian Ocean washing it will delight tourists with warm waters all year round. The possibility of practicing water sports perfectly diversifies your leisure time. A visa is issued at the airport for a period of 90 days and costs $50.
Colombia. The waves of the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea wash the shores of an amazing and colorful state. The Caribbean coast is rich in secluded beach resorts and tropical exotics. Russians are allowed to stay in the country for 90 days.
Comoros distinguished by excellent beaches with emerald crystal clear water and wild untouched nature. No wonder those who came from abroad call them "tropical paradise". A visa is issued upon arrival, for 45 days, and costs 30 euros.
Costa Rica tops the list of the happiest countries in the world. It is located in Central America, known for its colorful beaches with azure water on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. 30 days you can rest without permission to enter.
- the famous Island of Freedom offers unique opportunities for diving and underwater photography. luxury beach resorts countries receive tourists all year round. Russians can rest in Cuba in a visa-free regime for no more than 30 days.
- highlight indian ocean which is very popular in 2019. Island state appreciated for its luxurious beach area, colorful plants, underwater sports and wedding ceremonies. Rest is allowed for two months without obtaining an entry permit.
Malaysia- a small tropical paradise with white sandy islands and stunning soft sand, picturesque bays and azure water. It is allowed to spend a vacation in Malaysia without opening a visa for 30 days.
- the famous islands of the Indian Ocean are truly its pearl. Maldivian beaches are located in picturesque transparent lagoons with luxurious comfortable villas and peaceful tranquility of nature. 30 days you can enjoy a visa-free stay.
- another member of the list from South America. A cheerful state, which is washed by two oceans - the Pacific and the Atlantic. The famous Acapulco is valued for its relaxing climate, stunning beach resorts and vibrant nightlife. You can stay here for six months without visa control.
Seychelles located in the western Indian Ocean. Untouched charming nature, white and pink beaches, clear water, soft sand - all this is called "a little paradise on earth." You can stay here for up to 30 days.
Fiji– magnificent fabulous islands in the Pacific Ocean. They are known for their excellent facilities for wedding celebrations, luxury holiday, diving, surfing and snorkeling. For 4 months, Russians are allowed free stay.
Jamaica completes the list of visa-free countries for 2019. This delightful island in the north of the Caribbean Sea attracts with outlandish places and virgin nature, elite beaches with golden sand, warm sun and hospitality. You are allowed to stay in Jamaica for 30 days without an entry permit.
Consolidated list of visa-free countries for a beach holiday
| № | A country | Days without a visa |
| 1 | Abkhazia | 90 |
| 2 | Albania | 90 |
| 3 | Antigua and Barbuda | 30 |
| 4 | Argentina | 90 |
| 5 | Bahamas | 90 |
| 6 | Barbados | 28 |
| 7 | Brazil | 90 |
| 8 | Vanuatu | 30 |
| 9 | Venezuela | 90 |
| 10 | Vietnam | 15 |
| 11 | Haiti | 90 |
| 12 | Hong Kong | 14 |
| 13 | Grenada | 90 |
| 14 | Georgia | 365 |
| 15 | Dominican Republic | 21 |
| 16 | Israel | 90 |
| 17 | Indonesia | 30 |
| 18 | Colombia | 90 |
| 19 | Costa Rica | 30 |
| 20 | Cuba | 30 |
| 21 | Mauritius | 60 |
| 22 | Malaysia | 30 |
| 23 | Maldives | 30 |
| 24 | Morocco | 120 |
| 25 | Seychelles | 30 |
| 26 | Thailand | 30 |
| 27 | Tunisia | 90 |
| 28 | Türkiye | 90 |
| 29 | Montenegro | 90 |
| 30 | Fiji | 120 |
| 31 | Jamaica | 30 |
A visa is required to enter most countries in the world. The need for paperwork, an interview at the embassy and other formalities greatly complicate the preparation for the rest. In addition, it takes time to obtain a visa - which means that it will no longer be possible to buy a last-minute ticket or present a tour as a gift.
In order not to experience such difficulties, attention should be paid to countries that allow visa-free entry Russians. In most cases, visa-free countries located to our tourists in 2016 still require that the passport be valid for another 3-6 months after entering the territory of the state. This should be taken into account when planning a vacation.
Remember: most of the South American countries are ready to host our citizens without asking for a visa! In second place are the countries of Asia and Oceania. A much smaller number of African and even fewer European states provide Russians with such benefits. In a number of countries, a visa can be obtained at the airport upon arrival without any particular problems, which can also be equated to a visa-free regime. Let's look at the most popular visa-free countries of 2016.
1st place: Türkiye
Are you flying to Turkey? Don't worry about the visa - everyone gets it upon arrival!Popular resorts: Kemer, Antalya, Alanya
3 hours 30 minutes
This state has long been chosen for recreation by our compatriots. A visa that allows you to stay in the country for up to 60 days in one visit is issued upon arrival. The sea, the sun, hotels with swimming pools, beaches and plenty of entertainment, working on the system " All Inclusive”- it is not surprising that all this attracts Russian tourists! In addition, a lot of Turks understand Russian. Turkey is easy to get to, and a trip here will cost much less than, say, any European state(although Türkiye is partly also Europe).
The country has resources for both active and beach pastime. If you are in the mood for an active holiday, then sightseeing, scenic walks and a variety of sports will not let you get bored. If you are going to bask in the southern sun and breathe in the sea air, Turkish hotels on the first coastline will give you such an opportunity.
(Update 11/26/2015) After Turkey shot down a Russian plane that violated its air border, tour operators were banned from selling trips to this country for an indefinite period. Flights to Turkey from Russia have also been suspended. The possibility of introducing a visa regime is also being discussed.
2nd place: Egypt
Popular resorts: Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada
Approximate flight time from Moscow: 12 hours
Egypt is the best visa-free country for Red Sea lovers Even despite the unstable political situation, Egypt continues to break records of popularity among Russians. Revolutionary unrest, of course, had an impact on the number of Russian citizens vacationing here, but many of our compatriots still choose to vacation in this country. The main reason for this constancy is, of course, the Red Sea. Local resorts are a real find for lovers aquatic species sports and, above all, diving.
Fans of a beach holiday will also get the desired portion of the sea and the sun. Hotels here work according to the All Inclusive system already familiar to everyone. Legendary pyramids, ancient Egyptian temples and Muslim cultural monuments will not leave indifferent travelers who come here in search of an "oriental fairy tale". Attention: a visa for a period of 1 month is issued right at the entrance to the country!
(Update 11/23/2015) After the crash of the Russian A321 aircraft in the sky over Egypt, flights from Russia to this country were suspended indefinitely.
3rd place: Thailand
Popular resorts: Pattaya, Phuket, Koh Samui, Chiang Mai
Approximate flight time from Moscow: 16 hours
Thailand - perfect place for inexpensive active rest!
A visa is not required if you are going to stay in the country for no more than 30 days. Thailand attracts our fellow citizens with its bizarre landscapes, magnificent beaches and clear sea which you can enjoy all year round. Exotic cuisine, the famous Thai massage or elephant rides will be a great bonus to other benefits. local recreation. Accommodation in Thailand is relatively inexpensive, so many of our compatriots can afford a tour to this country.
4th place: Israel
Popular resorts: Jerusalem, Haifa, Ein Bokek, Eilat, Netanya
Approximate flight time from Moscow: 7 o'clock
In Israel, 2 seas are available at once: the Red and the Mediterranean We associate this state with biblical shrines and dead sea. The flow of pilgrims of various denominations does not dry up here throughout the year. In addition to believers, everyone who wants to undergo wellness treatment at the Dead Sea, known for its healing mud and mineral salts, is widely used in the cosmetics industry.
The Red and Mediterranean Sea will appeal to fans of a beach holiday. Jerusalem, Bethlehem, Tel Aviv and Haifa are waiting for inquisitive tourists who are determined to personally explore all the local attractions. You can stay in Israel without a visa for up to 90 days, but upon arrival you will be asked for return tickets, hotel reservations and medical insurance for the duration of your stay in the state.
5th place: Montenegro
Popular resorts: Budva, Becici, Sveti Stefan island
Approximate flight time from Moscow: 4 hours
Montenegro is the best start for visa-free travel to neighboring countries Montenegro is known for the beauty of its landscapes, mild climate and clean mountain air. You can stay here without a visa for up to 30 days. In addition, the country is adjacent to several states, for visiting which Russians also do not need a visa - with Serbia, Macedonia, Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
This opens up opportunities for traveling across several countries at once, which, of course, is an important advantage when choosing a place to stay. In addition, in Montenegro it is easy to combine urban and beach holidays, since the houses, which are often rented by vacationers, are located in cities with a well-developed infrastructure. All this makes this state incredibly attractive for tourists.
6th place: Cuba
Popular resorts: Varadero, Havana, Holguin
Approximate flight time from Moscow: 13 hours
Cuba is a remote, but extremely hospitable place for Russian tourists You can visit Cuba without a visa for up to 30 days. Nevertheless, some formalities still have to be observed: fill out an immigration card, and also, possibly, present return tickets and information about a sufficient amount of money.
We are connected with Cuba by the Soviet past - songs about Che Guevara, familiar to many from childhood, Cuban dances and the fiery temperament of the local population, of course, resonate in the Russian soul. Caribbean beaches, inexpensive cigars and rum complete the list of pleasant associations with these regions. Unfortunately, it should be borne in mind that the poverty of the local population and widespread devastation can overshadow the impressions.
7th place: Dominican Republic
Popular resorts: Punta Cana, Puerto Plata, La Romana
Approximate flight time from Moscow: 14 hours
Traveling to the Dominican Republic on tours is much cheaper than "savages" You can stay in the country without a visa for 45 days, but at the entrance you need to purchase tourist map. Caribbean Sea, coral reefs, palm trees and bright sun beckon our tourists with their exoticism. Hotels here also work on the All Inclusive system, which allows you to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Alas, the flight to the Dominican Republic is not cheap.
8th place: Argentina
Popular resorts: Buenos Aires, Villa General Belgrano, Cordoba
Approximate flight time from Moscow: 20 hours
Argentina - wonderful place for the most active tourists Stay in the country without a visa - a full 90 days. The beauties of this state cannot be seen in one trip: the Andes, the majestic Iguazu Falls, silver mines, Cape Horn and huge glaciers - all this is Argentina. Here you can see penguins walking in their natural element and learn how to dance the Argentine tango.
9th place: Peru
Popular resorts: Cusco, Lima, Machu Picchu
Approximate flight time from Moscow: 19 hours
Peru is an original holiday destination with a minimum of Russian tourists Peru is allowed to enter without a visa for up to 3 months. It's worth coming here just to see famous city Inca Machu Picchu, although it is not the only pearl of these places. The mighty Andes, the Amazon Valley and the mysterious drawings in the Nazca desert attract romantics from all over the world.
10th place: Cyprus
Popular resorts: Paphos, Larnaca, Ayia Napa, Protaras, Nicosia
Approximate flight time from Moscow: 4 hours
These beauties belong to Paphos (Cyprus) For Russians, entry to Cyprus is conditionally visa-free - a visa is issued upon arrival, if there is a pro-visa, which is easily and free of charge issued online. Cyprus has a very mild climate, it is always warm here, while the air humidity is not as high as, for example, in Turkey. The sea and beaches are always clean, the prices are relatively cheap, locals friendly - what else do you need for complete relaxation?
If you don’t know exactly where to go to Cyprus and at the same time like a measured rest, with reviews of architectural and religious sights, then go to Paphos or Larnaca. If you want to "relax" and feel the whole drive nightlife Cyprus, then you are waiting resort town Ayia Napa.
Full list of visa-free countries for Russian citizens
- Abkhazia (entry with a civil passport)
- Azerbaijan (entry with a passport)
- Antigua and Barbuda (1 month)
- Argentina (90 days)
- Armenia (entry with a passport)
- Bahamas (90 days)
- Barbados (28 days)
- Belarus (entry on a civil passport)
- Bosnia and Herzegovina (30 days)
- Botswana (90 days)
- Brazil (90 days)
- Venezuela (90 days in half year)
- Vanuatu (30 days)
- Vietnam (15 days, break between entries into the country - 30 days)
- Haiti (3 months)
- Guyana (90 days)
- Gambia (56 days)
- Guatemala (90 days)
- Honduras (90 days)
- Hong Kong (14 days)
- Grenada (90 days)
- Georgia (90 days)
- Guam (up to 45 days)
- Dominica (21 days)
- Dominican Republic (30 days)
- Israel (90 days)
- Kazakhstan (entry with a common passport)
- Kyrgyzstan (entry with a common passport)
- Colombia (90 days)
- Costa Rica (30 days)
- Cuba (30 days)
- Laos (15 days)
- Mauritius (up to 90 days at a time, no more than 180 days per year)
- Macedonia (90 days in half a year; from 03/15/2016 - by invitation)
- Macau (30 days)
- Malaysia (30 days)
- Maldives (30 days)
- Morocco (3 months)
- Micronesia (30 days with return tickets)
- Moldova (entry with a passport)
- Mongolia (30 days, max 90 in each 180 day period)
- Namibia (3 months)
- Nicaragua (90 days)
- Niue (30 days)
- Cook Islands (31 days)
- Panama (90 days)
- Paraguay (90 days)
- Peru (90 days)
- El Salvador (up to 90 days)
- Swaziland (1 month)
- Northern Mariana Islands (45 days with return tickets)
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (up to 1 month)
- Saint Kitts and Nevis (up to 3 months)
- Saint Lucia (up to 6 weeks)
- Serbia (30 days)
- Tajikistan (entry with a civil passport)
- Thailand (30 days)
- Trinidad and Tobago (90 days)
- Tunisia (up to 3 months)
- Türkiye (60 days) update 11/27/2015- Russia announced the introduction of a visa regime with Turkey. Let's see how events unfold
- Uzbekistan (entry with a passport)
- Ukraine (90 days in a 180-day period, according to a civil passport)
- Uruguay (up to 90 days within six months)
- Fiji (4 months)
- Philippines (30 days)
- Montenegro (1 month)
- Chile (up to 90 days)
- Ecuador (90 days)
- South Korea (60 days)
- Jamaica (30 days)
Countries that issue a visa at the border
- Bangladesh (15 days)
- Bahrain (14 days)
- Belize (up to 30 days)
- Bolivia (up to 30 days)
- Burundi (with special permission from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the country)
- East Timor (Dili only, up to 30 days)
- Gabon (up to 3 months, with a visa permit)
- Ghana (up to 90 days, with a visa permit)
- Djibouti (1 month)
- Egypt (30 days, free "Sinai stamp" - 15 days)
- Zambia (90 days tourist visa, 30 days business visa)
- Zimbabwe (90 days tourist visa, 30 days business visa)
- India (30 days with online visa authorization)
- Indonesia (30 days)
- Jordan (30 days)
- Iraq (14 days, visa approval from the MFA of Kurdistan is required)
- Iran (14 days)
- Cape Verde (30 days)
- Cambodia (1 month)
- Kenya (3 months)
- Cyprus (in the presence of a "pre-visa" issued online)
- China (only Hainan Island - up to 15 days, Dalian airport - transit 7 days)
- Comoros (2 weeks)
- Kuwait (1 month under certain conditions)
- Lebanon (under certain conditions; 3 months)
- Madagascar (90 days)
- Myanmar (with eVisa, up to 28 days)
- Nepal (90 days)
- Palau (30 days)
- Paraguay (up to 90 days)
- Pitcairn (up to 14 days; under certain conditions)
- Samoa Western (60 days)
- Sao Tome and Principe (subject to visa approval)
- St. Helena Island (up to 183 days, except for Ascension Island and Tristan da Cunha)
- Seychelles (90 days)
- Senegal (with online pre-registration)
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (up to 30 days)
- Syria (up to 15 days; under certain conditions)
- Suriname (2 months; with the permission of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Suriname)
- Tanzania (90 days - tourist visa, 2 weeks - transit)
- East Timor (30 days)
- Togo (7 days)
- Tonga (31 days)
- Tuvalu (1 month)
- Turkmenistan (under certain conditions; 10 days)
- Uganda
- Central African Republic (7 days)
- Sri Lanka (transit - up to 48 hours, tourist - up to 30 days)
- Eritrea (1 month with visa permission of the host country)
- Ethiopia (1 month, airport only)
Countries with simplified visa processing
- Bahrain (it is possible to apply for a visa online)
- Guinea-Bissau
- Guyana
- Cyprus (it is possible to apply for a visa online)
- Kuwait
- Mexico (it is possible to apply for a visa online)
- Montserrat (visa is issued online)
- Myanmar (visa is issued online)
- Rwanda (visa is issued online)
- Niger
- Singapore (visa is issued online)
- Sri Lanka (visa is issued online)
There are more than a hundred countries in the world for visiting which Russians do not need an entry visa. TOP-10 visa-free destinations, the most popular and relevant in 2016.
The ability to visit countries without a visa, as a rule, applies only to tourist trips. A visa-free stay is always limited to the time spent in a foreign country, and does not involve any other activity other than travel. Read more about the conditions of stay in visa-free countries in the TOP-10
Thailand
Now the place of Turkey and Egypt has been firmly occupied by Thailand with its excellent climate and wide opportunities for recreation. You do not need a visa to stay in the country for less than 30 days.
To enter Thailand without a visa, you will need a passport with a remaining validity of at least six months, return air tickets, as well as an amount of 20,000 baht per person. You will need to prove the availability of money only if the tourist travels on his own, without the participation of a travel agency.
Of the popular Thai resorts, it is worth noting Phuket, Pattaya, Chiang Mai and Koh Samui.
Israel this year is increasingly attracting Russian tourists. By the way, in Israel, two seas are available to tourists at once: the Mediterranean and the Red.
For a stay in Israel up to 90 days, you will need to present at the entrance:
Passport valid for at least six months;
Return air or other tickets;
Proof of accommodation - hotel reservation, invitation of friends or a letter from a medical institution;
Sufficient amount of money for a holiday in the country. There is no specific amount, but $50 per day will be enough.
Of the resorts and interesting cities for recreation, it is worth noting Jerusalem, Ein Bokek, Haifa, Netanya and Eilat.
Of the resorts, it is worth noting Da Nang, suitable for family vacation, Nha Trang for lovers of noisy entertainment and parties, and Vung Tau, which will suit everyone.
Another great alternative to Turkey and Egypt is Vietnam. True, you won’t be able to relax here longer - you can stay without a visa for only 15 days. But from the documents you will not need anything other than a passport and a return ticket. Unless the passport must be valid for at least another six months, and after leaving Vietnam, at least 30 days must pass.
Montenegro
Montenegro is a country with a mild climate, beautiful nature And beach holiday on the shores of the Adriatic Sea.
Citizens of Russia have the right to stay in Montenegro without a visa for 30 days - you only need confirmation of your place of residence (for example, a hotel reservation) and registration within a day if you are traveling on your own.
The most popular among tourists is the island of Sveti Stefan, Budva and Becici.
You can stay in Cuba for up to 30 days without a visa. You will only need a passport, return tickets and a completed migration card - one half will remain with you until departure.
You can relax in Cuba almost everywhere along the coast, but the most popular resorts are Havana, Varadero and Holguin.
Dominican Republic
You can stay in the Dominican Republic without a visa for up to 30 days - you only need to buy a tourist card for about $ 10 and have a passport with you.
resorts in Dominican Republic a lot, but Punta Cana, La Romana and Puerto Plata are especially loved by tourists.
Maldives
The Maldives is an extremely romantic holiday destination, with warm ocean waters and white sandy beaches.
To rest here for no more than 30 days, you only need a passport that expires no later than 3 months after the planned end of the holiday, a tourist voucher or hotel reservation and return tickets.
The Maldives is almost entirely resort area. It is best to relax on the beaches of the North and South Atolls. Ari Atoll is suitable for outdoor enthusiasts, Baa will appeal to those who want privacy, and Lavian is ideal for diving.
Argentina
In this country there are beaches, and beautiful landscapes, and bright and interesting impressions for any tourist. Russian citizens can stay in the country without a visa for 90 days - it will be enough to have a passport and return tickets.
In Argentina, it is worth visiting Buenos Aires, Santa Fe and Mar del Plata.
Brazil
Within 90 days, Russian tourists have the right to stay in Brazil without a visa. To do this, it will be enough to present a passport valid for at least six months, return plane tickets and proof of accommodation - a hotel reservation, a voucher or an invitation from friends.
Of the resorts and cities of Brazil, it is worth noting the capital, Rio de Janeiro, as well as the beach resorts of Salvador and Sao Paulo.
Without a visa Russian tourists not all of China is available. Without a visa, you can stay for 14 days in Hong Kong, for 30 - in the Macau Special Administrative Region, for 21 days - on Hainan Island as part of tourist group from two people, for 15 days - in Sunfenhe and for 30 days - in Heihe, located just across the Amur River from the city of Blagoveshchensk.
The material was prepared jointly with an online travel agency
Term: up to 365 days.
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What to do: the country is famous for its hospitality, unique architecture and delicious national cuisine. Skiers come to ski in Gudauri, where total length trails - about 57 km.
Term: up to 90 days in summer and up to 30 days in the rest of the year.
Documentation: passport valid for the duration of the trip.
What to do: Montenegro is a mix different countries and natural attractions. Here are black rocks, and the Adriatic Sea, and mountain villages, and buildings in the Venetian style. In winter, skiers come here to ski in the North Albanian
Alps.
Term: up to 180 days.
Documentation: passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation (valid only at the airports of Yerevan and Gyumri) or a foreign passport.
What to do: Armenia is healing springs with mineral water, churches on the rocks, mountain lakes and majestic Ararat. The best skiing here is Tsaghkadzor - the former Main Olympic Base of the USSR.