What documents do I need to visit Russia?

Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements
  • You must have a current U.S. passport with the appropriate visa. ...
  • You must obtain a valid visa for your specific purpose of travel before arriving in Russia, unless you are arriving as a cruise ship passenger (see below information for passengers of cruise ships and ferries).




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If you plan to sightsee on your own, you must have a tourist visa. A visa is also required if you plan to depart Russia by another mode of transportation. Cruise ship passengers in St. Petersburg should seek assistance from the U.S. Embassy in Moscow for all emergency and passport services.

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Russia - Level 4: Do Not Travel.

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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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If you plan to sightsee on your own, you must have a tourist visa. A visa is also required if you plan to depart Russia by another mode of transportation. Cruise ship passengers in St. Petersburg should seek assistance from the U.S. Embassy in Moscow for all emergency and passport services.

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Your total cost for a Russia e-Visa is generally free. Visa application centers and websites normally have a processing fee that can range from $25 to $200 USD.

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Nationals of the following countries can enter Russia and remain for up to 90 days, without the need of obtaining a visa prior to their trip:
  • Abkhazia.
  • Argentina*
  • Armenia.
  • Azerbaijan.
  • Bolivia*
  • Brazil*
  • Chile*
  • Colombia*


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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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The European Union does not apply a general ban on the issuance of Schengen visas to Russian nationals. Furthermore, the vast majority of European Union Member States have not closed their borders to Russian travellers and continue to issue visas, including for tourism purposes.

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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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The average processing time for a Russia Visa is 10 days.
However, the processing can take from 7 to 20 working days. Those in a hurry can apply for expedited processing, which takes three working days. Applicants that want to benefit from the expedited visa application processing will need to pay a higher fee.

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Budget-Friendly Travel Planning
You should plan to spend around ?5,984 ($66) per day on your vacation in Russia, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors. Past travelers have spent, on average, ?1,271 ($14) on meals for one day and ?464 ($5.14) on local transportation.

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The best time to visit Russia is between May and September. The country's vast size means the temperatures can vary greatly depending on where you are. But in the major cities, you can expect mostly warm weather and long days. Temperatures hit their highest in July and August.

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