Direct flights are currently operating from Moscow and other major Russian cities to Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Thailand, India, and other destinations. European and North American airspace remains closed.
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Most of the carriers still overflying Russia, however, are based in Asia and the Middle East — many of which are household names like Qatar Airways, Air China, Etihad Airways, and Emirates. And, some of these routes are even flying to and from the US.
Yes, Russian passport holders must obtain a Schengen visa to enter any European country in the Schengen Zone. However, there are some categories of people residing in Russia that are exempt from the visa requirement, as follows: Nationals of Schengen countries living in Russia.
SINGAPORE, 27 April 2023: Turkey, UAE, and Thailand are becoming more important tourist destinations for Russian travellers, while classic European destinations such as Italy, Germany, France, Spain, and Greece have seen a significant decrease.
Do not travel to Russia due to the security environment and the impacts of the military conflict with Ukraine. Due to recent military tensions additional security restrictions, including some limitations on movement, may remain in place in some regions. Further measures may be implemented at short notice.
This suspension was extended until further notice on 24 February 2022, following the closure of Ukrainian airspace. In light of the current situation in the region, we've decided to suspend our flights to and from Russia and our flights through Russian airspace until further notice as of 26 February 2022.
Risk Level: Two - Danger existsThe US, Canada, and Italy have since banned their operators from the section of airspace in Russia along its FIR boundaries with Ukraine, and France and Germany have also issued warnings for this airspace.
Although the bulk of international flights departing Russia have been limited, Russian citizens can fly abroad on the national carriers of a few countries that have not sanctioned Russia and do not require visas for Russians to enter.
Russian citizens who wish to travel to the US for business or tourism purposes must apply for a US B1/B2 Visa. While the application process cannot be 100% online, iVisa can help you obtain the confirmation page you are required to have for your interview at the embassy, and they can do that offline or online.
While travel routes are limited, Russians can apply for the UK Standard Visitor Visa on our platform. Our experts help increase your chances of a successful application!
Regulation (EU) 833/2014 prohibits any non-Russian-registered aircraft which is owned or chartered, or otherwise controlled by any Russian natural to land in, take off from or overfly the territory of the Union, except in case of an emergency landing or emergency overflight.