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Do Canadians need visa to go to Russia?

Russian visa for Canadian citizens | Buy invitation online. Canadian citizens wishing to travel or make business in Russia must request a visa to the nearest Russian consulate (Ottawa, Toronto or Montreal).



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All residents of Canada have to apply for a visa to enter Russian Federation. However, before this, you have to get an invitation letter to Russia (also known as Russian visa support letter), which should be issued by the receiving party. The invitation letter is needed for both: tourist and business visa.

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As of August 2023, Canadian citizens can travel visa free to 185 countries and territories:
  • Albania.
  • American Samoa **
  • Andorra.
  • Anguilla.
  • Antigua and Barbuda.
  • Argentina.
  • Armenia *
  • Aruba.


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Who does not need a visa to Russia?
  • Andorra (for visits of up to 90 days in any 360-day period). ...
  • Antigua and Barbuda (for visits of up to 90 days in any 180-day period).
  • Argentina (for visits of up to 90 days in any 180-day period (starting from the day of first entry)). ...
  • Armenia.
  • Azerbaijan.
  • Belarus.


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Getting one is not difficult. All you need to do is go to your local Russian embassy and apply for one. However, before you apply you will need to have an invitation letter. iVisa.com can make things easier for you by helping you get your invitation letter quickly.

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For travel to Russia, all travelers must have a visa and an official Letter of Invitation approved by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, its regional representatives, or by an appropriate Russian Federation Migration Service Branch.

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The Department of State continues to advise that U.S. citizens not travel to Ukraine due to active armed conflict. Read the entire Travel Advisory.

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You cannot enter Russia prior to the date on your visa, and you must exit Russia before your visa expires. The maximum period of stay is shown on the visa. You must have a current U.S. passport with the appropriate visa. Russian visas in an expired or canceled passport are not valid.

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U.S. passports are valid for travel to Iran. However, the Iranian government does not recognize dual nationality and will treat U.S.-Iranian dual nationals solely as Iranian citizens.

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To enter Russia for any purpose, a U.S. citizen must possess a valid U.S. passport and a bona fide visa issued by a Russian Embassy or Consulate.

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