Russia Visa Requirements for American citizens in 2025

Last Updated: Jan. 17, 2025, 2:54 p.m.

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Russia

1) Visa Required

For American citizens looking to travel to Russian Federation, securing a visa prior to arrival is mandatory. Please consult the nearest Russian Federation embassy or consulate for detailed visa application procedures.

Entry Requirement

Danger
Allowed Stay

unknown

Purpose of Travel

Tourist

Further Notes

  • 72-hour visa-free transit for international cruise ship/ferry passengers only if travelling with an organized tour and accompanied at all times by a tour operator.
  • Registration required after 7 business days.
  • American citizens may receive multiple-entry visas valid for three years.
  • Residents of Alaska who are members of the indigenous population do not require a visa to visit Chukotka Autonomous Okrug if they have relatives (blood relatives, members of the same tribe, native people who have similar language and cultural heritage) in Chukotka. Individuals must be invited by a relative in Chukotka and must leave Chukotka within 90 days. Entry points are in Anadyr, Provideniya, Lavrentiya and Uelen.

Reference Links

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General Information about Russian Federation

  • Name (Common): Russia
  • Name (Official): Russian Federation
  • Population: 144104080
  • Area: 17098242
  • Capital: Moscow
  • Currency: Russian ruble
  • Language: Russian
  • Calling Code: +7
  • Region: Europe
  • Subregion: Eastern Europe

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, a visa is required for American citizens.

Yes, a visa is required for American citizens. Options include: Visa Required.

Yes, American citizens can travel to Russia, but a visa is required.

The maximum length of stay in Russia with Visa Required is unknown. American citizens must leave the country within the specified period.

Overstaying a visa in Russia can result in fines, penalties, and potentially being banned from entering Russia in the future. It is important to comply with the length of stay specified with the visa and leave the country within the allotted time.
Travel Advisory for Russian Federation

Advisory Message: Russia has a current risk level of 4.4 (out of 5). We advise: Please reconsider your need to travel to Russia.
Score: 4.4
Source: https://www.travel-advisory.info/russia
Last Updated Aug. 13, 2024, 8:21 a.m.