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The busy work schedule of a modern person leaves little free time for relaxation. A budget weekend spent exploring numerous Russian and foreign attractions can correct the situation and give you strength. If you want to make good use of the end of the work week, you should find out in advance where to fly or go on an inexpensive weekend without a visa in 2019, and plan your trip in advance.

Weekend tours to Russian cities

You don't have to travel abroad to have unforgettable experiences. Russia has a countless number of historical monuments and beautiful corners of nature. Studying them can be a fun way to spend your time and have a great time relaxing.

Judging by the RosIndex study, last year 10.6% of Russians made tourist trips around the expanses of their homeland. Interest in such travels does not fade. This is partly due to the low cost of vacation and the lack of need for additional documents. For a short voyage, on average you have to pay 11,500 rubles per person.

It’s easy to go to any part of Russia for the weekend. During this time, many people manage to explore interesting places in Moscow. You can get to the capital by plane, train, car and rent accommodation to suit different tastes.

Within the Garden Ring, hotel prices are high. It is easier to book affordable rooms away from the center: the distance does not really matter. Any attraction can be reached by metro.

Tourists who come to Moscow for a couple of days try to see:

• Kremlin,
• St. Basil's Cathedral,
• Big theater,
• Tretyakov Gallery,
• Cathedral of Christ the Savior,
• Armory Chamber,
• Pushkin Museum.

During your vacation, you need to find time to walk along the Old and New Arbat, visit the famous Sandunov Baths and the Diamond Fund.

If Moscow is well explored, you can go on a weekend tour to St. Petersburg, Kazan, Yekaterinburg, Sochi, or take a ride along the Golden Ring. Lovers of secluded relaxation will enjoy a trip to Karelia, where there are about 60 thousand waterfalls and lakes, wild forests and historical monuments.

It is equally interesting to plan a weekend for the holidays. On Maslenitsa it is good to have fun in small towns, for example, in Torzhok, Tver, Kashin. You can spend the New Year holidays visiting the Snow Maiden, going to Kostroma for 2 days, or taking part in ancient Russian rituals in Suzdal, Nizhny Novgorod or Vladimir. On the May holidays it is beautiful in Rostov-on-Don, Kazan, St. Petersburg.

In order not to waste time planning a route, booking accommodation, etc., it is better to entrust these concerns to a travel agency, where they can easily select a short or long excursion to the cities of Russia and Europe.

Weekend at sea

You can take a break from all your worries and fully relax in a couple of days on the seashore. You can go sunbathing on weekends in the summer in Crimea, Sochi or Anapa. To do this, just order a suitable tour and have the required amount with you.

Statistics claim that over the past year, about 8.7% of Russians traveled abroad for vacation. The average travel cost was approximately 39,600 rubles per person.

If you want to travel abroad, you need to check whether the documents required to cross the border are in order. Russians are allowed to travel to neighboring countries where there are seaside resorts. For example, to Abkhazia. To travel to other countries, you need, and sometimes a visa.

When it comes to a trip of several days, it is advisable to choose a country that does not require a visa stamp to visit. The list of countries is quite wide, so flying away for a weekend without a visa will not be difficult.

In addition to these countries, Thailand, Malaysia, Morocco, Tunisia, Seychelles, and Maldives are suitable for visa-free travel. The duration of visiting these places varies from 1 to 3 months.

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Shopping tours

Everyone understands vacation in their own way. For some, the best pastime is shopping. To go shopping abroad for a weekend, you don’t always have to apply for a visa. Some countries are happy to accept such tourists without visas or make it much easier to obtain them.

There are special shopping tours, after paying for which the tourist gets the opportunity to visit the most attractive shops in the country and see some of the sights. Even if a visa is required for entry, the tour organizers take care of its registration. The cost of the service is included in the tour payment. It is easy to book a trip through travel agencies specializing in such destinations.

You can easily go on a weekend trip without a visa for active shopping to the following countries:

• Georgia.

When planning a trip, you should pay attention to seasonal discounts, which can save you significant money. In most countries, the sales period begins twice a year: before Christmas and in mid-summer. At this time, it is easy to purchase quality goods at reasonable prices.

Short holiday in the mountains

For fans of ski resorts, the desired weekend getaway is a descent from the mountain, causing a surge of adrenaline and strong emotions. To spend 2-3 days enjoying clean air and magnificent nature, it is not necessary to apply for a visa and spend huge sums. There are many budget options for skiers.

You can have a wonderful time in Armenia without a visa. The ski season here starts at the end of November and lasts until mid-April. The most popular place is the resort of Tsaghkadzor. It attracts tourists with high quality service and the opportunity to engage in sports for both beginner skiers and professionals. The total length of the trails is about 7200 m, the height of the slopes is 1800 m.

Ski holidays in the Georgian resort village of Bakuriani are not inferior in popularity to Tsaghkadzor. It offers tourists two two-stage ski trails with different levels of difficulty.

Using a foreign passport without a visa, it is easy to visit the world-famous ski slopes in Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan.

Turkey is home to Mount Ararat and many other mountain plateaus. Mild, snowy winters make parts of the country ideal for skiers. Popular Turkish slopes are located in the following resorts:

• Kartaklaya,
• Palandoken,
• Sarykamysh,
• Uludag,
• Erciyes.

Having only an internal passport, you can go to the Caucasus and fully relax among the snow-capped mountain peaks. Inexpensive service and original flavor guarantee an exciting holiday and an unforgettable experience.

Weekend tours with children

When planning a trip with children, you need to choose your route especially carefully. It is important to book a good hotel, equipped with a playground, providing animators and other options for interesting children's leisure. It is advisable to exclude long flights and countries with exotic cuisine, where it is difficult to provide the baby with the usual nutrition. If you do not want to apply for a visa for young travelers, you should pay attention to countries that do not require strict border controls.

The priorities for traveling with children are Türkiye and Tunisia. The flight time there takes about 3-4 hours. The warm sea and gently sloping beach make holidays abroad pleasant and safe.

It's easy to spend a fun weekend with children in many countries. Among them:

• Serbia,
• Montenegro,
• Israel.

The list of states that allow you to cross the border on the basis of a foreign passport without a visa includes about 100 names.

Conclusion

It’s inexpensive to relax for a couple of days and enjoy the sea and sun in Abkhazia and Russian resorts. Cheap holidays and entertainment are offered by the villages of the Taman Peninsula, Anapa, and Taganrog. No matter how difficult it is to find time, you need to travel more often - on your own or with the help of travel agencies. Even a short trip reliably protects you from depression, despondency and broadens your horizons.

Thank you to all pirates for your attentiveness and comments, with your help the list has become extremely accurate :)

We hear a lot about how it’s difficult for Russians to travel, they need visas everywhere, and you can’t go anywhere spontaneously. Well, of course, there are some difficulties and our passport may not be the best for traveling around the world, but in fact, the situation has changed a lot recently. Here's a simple calculation:

1. Half the world where you can go almost the next weekend!
85 countries in the world with free entry for Russians + 33 countries with a visa on arrival + 1 country with a virtual visa = 119 countries and territories

2. Another 15 countries allow you to obtain a visa or electronic permit via the Internet.

3. Put Schengen and add 41 more countries.
Well, really, it’s not at all difficult - take a last-minute trip to Greece for 8,000 rubles - and a six-month visa is in your pocket. Or to Spain - they now issue annual visas to almost everyone.

4. Don’t forget about visa-free transit.
In Singapore, for example, 4 days is quite enough (the city is expensive and not big enough to spend a week there). And why should you bother with a visa? You can visit it perfectly on your way to any of the countries in Southeast Asia.

5. Invest in a US visa
If you have been abroad 5-7 times, then go ahead and get yourself a US visa for 3 years. For an American visa, hotel reservations and tickets are not required; the refusal rate for a US visa in Russia is quite low. Yes, it has become more difficult lately - but mainly, the difficulty lies in scheduling an interview. In addition to the USA, a dozen more countries will be added to the list of countries that you can visit without a visa (partially, however, this list overlaps with the Schengen list). Yes, and it is economically justified, a visa will come in handy - sales of air tickets to the USA are now more frequent and better than anywhere else, and therefore transit through the USA to all countries of the Western Hemisphere is becoming very attractive. Investments in a visa can be lost on the very first trip.

Under these completely feasible conditions, about 160 countries will be at your service. And obtaining a visa from almost any other country will no longer be particularly difficult. So you will definitely be able to travel Further, Longer and Cheaper :)

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List of visa-free countries for visiting by Russian citizens

Some countries don’t even need a foreign passport, an internal passport is enough (7 countries):

1. Abkhazia 90 days, free
2. Armenia 180 days, free
3. Belarus, free
4. Kazakhstan 90 days, free
5. Kyrgyzstan, stay at the discretion of the immigration service, free
6. Transnistria 180 days, free
7. South Ossetia 90 days, free

Visa-free countries with a foreign passport (78 countries):

1. Azerbaijan 90 days, free
2. Andorra 90 days, free (in fact this means the need for multiple Schengen, since entry and exit is only through Spain and France)
3. Antigua and Barbuda 30 days, free
4. Argentina 90 days, free
5. Bahamas 90 days, free
6. Barbados 28 days, free
7. Bolivia 90 days, free
8. Bosnia and Herzegovina 30 days, free
9. Botswana 90 days, free
10. Brazil 90 days, free
11. Brunei, 14 days, free
12. Vanuatu 30 days, free
13. Venezuela 90 days, free
14. Vietnam 15 days, free
15. Haiti 90 days, free
16. Guyana 90 days, free
17. Gambia 56 days, 3000 GMD or 69 USD at border crossings by land. At the airport - free
18. Guatemala 90 days, free
19. Honduras 90 days, free
20. Hong Kong 14 days, free
21. Grenada 90 days, free
22. Georgia 365 days, free
23. Dominica 21 days, free
24. Dominican Republic 30 days
25. Israel 90 days, free
26. Indonesia, 30 days, free
27. Colombia 90 days, free
28. Korea South 60 days, free
29. Costa Rica 90 days, free
30. Cuba 30 days, free
31. Cook Islands 31 days, free
32. Laos 30 days, free
33. Mauritius 183 days, free
34. Macau (Aomen) 30 days, free
35. Malaysia 30 days, free
36. Maldives 90 days, free
37. Morocco 90 days, free
38. Micronesia 30 days, free
39. Moldova 90 days, free
40. Mongolia 30 days, free
41. Nagorno-Karabakh 180 days, free
42. Namibia 90 days, free
43. Nicaragua 90 days, free
44. Niue 30 days, free
45. Palau 30 days, free
46. Palestine 90 days, free
47. Panama 180 days, free
48. Paraguay 90 days, free
49. Peru 183 days, free
50. El Salvador 90 days, free
51. Western Sahara 90 days, free (Part of Morocco)
52. North Macedonia, 30 days
53. Seychelles 30 days, free
54. Senegal 90 days, free
55. Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 30 days, free
56. Saint Kitts and Nevis 90 days, free
57. Saint Lucia 45 days, free
58. Serbia 30 days, free
59. Suriname, 90 days (from May 13, 2019)
60. Tajikistan, free of charge (stay time at the discretion of the immigration service)
61. Thailand 30 days, free
62. Taiwan, 14 days, until 07/31/2020
63. Turks and Caicos 90 days, free
64. Tonga 31 days, free
65. Trinidad and Tobago 90 days, free
66. Tuvalu 30 days, free
67. Tunisia 90 days, free
68. Türkiye 60 days, free
69. Uzbekistan, free of charge (stay time at the discretion of the immigration service)
70. Ukraine 90 days, free
71. Uruguay 90 days, free
72. Philippines 30 days, free
73. Montenegro 30 days, free
74. Chile 90 days, free
75. Ecuador 90 days, free
76. Eswatini (formerly Swaziland), 30 days, free
77. South Africa 90 days, free
78. Jamaica 90 days, 20 USD

Visa at the border (on arrival – 33 countries):

1. Bangladesh 30 days, 50 USD
2. Bahrain 14 days, 5 BHD (13 USD)
3. East Timor 30 days, 30 USD
4. Guinea-Bissau 90 days, 85 EUR
5. Djibouti 30 days, 90 USD
6. Egypt 30 days, 25 USD
7. Zambia 90 days, 50 USD
8. Zimbabwe 90 days, 30 USD
9. Jordan 60 days, 40 JOD (56 USD)
10. Iran 30 days, 40 EUR
11. Cape Verde 90 days, 25 EUR (+31 EUR)
12. Qatar 30 days, free
13. Cambodia 30 days, 30 USD
14. Comoros 45 days, 30 EUR
15. Lebanon 30 days, free
16. Mauritania 30 days, 100 EUR
17. Madagascar 90 days, 35 EUR or 37 USD
18. Marshall Islands 90 days, free
19. Mozambique 30 days (At the border: 52 EUR or 55 USD. The cost of a visa at the embassy in Moscow is 2500 rubles.)
20. Nauru 14 days, free
21. Nepal 15 days, 25 USD
22. UAE 30 days, free
23. Oman 10 days, 6 Omani rials
24. Rwanda, 30 USD
25. Samoa 60 days, free
26. Saudi Arabia, 90 days, 440 rials (approx. 140 USD)
27. Saint Helena Island (Ascension and Tristan da Cunha) 183 (17 GBP)
28. Tanzania 90 days, 50 USD
29. Togo 7 days, 10,000 CFA (16 USD)
30. Uganda 90 days, 100 USD
31. Fiji 120 days, free
32. Sri Lanka 30 days, upon arrival 40USD, electronic visa in advance 35USD
33. Ethiopia 30 days, 50 USD (At the embassy $40)

Visit on a cruise ship

1. Falkland Islands 1 day, free

Virtual visa

1. Northern Cyprus 30 days, free

Seasonal visa

1. Albania 90 days. (usually from May to November, citizens of the Russian Federation are allowed entry without visas. Re-approved every year)

Electronic visa

1. Angola, 120 USD
2. Gabon 90 days, 100 EUR
3. India 30 days, 75 USD
4. Kenya 90 days, 50 USD
5. Cyprus 90 days, free
6. Mexico 180 days, free
7. Montserrat 90 days, 50 USD
8. Myanmar 28 days, 50 USD
9. Oman, 10 days, 5 Omani rials
10. Rwanda 30 days, 30 USD
11. Samoan Eastern (American) 30 days, 20 USD
12. Sao Tome and Principe 20 EUR
13. Solomon Islands 90 days, free
14. Sierra Leone 30 days, 140 USD
15. Tristan da Cunha

Visa-free transit

1. Anguilla 1 day, free
2. Aruba 1 day, free
3. Bonaire, St. Eustatius and Saba (Netherlands Antilles) 2 days, free
4. China - different times depending on the airport. When transiting Beijing, Shanghai or Guangzhou 72 hours, 24 hours for normal transit.
5. Curacao 2 days, free
6. Singapore 4 days, free.

UK - possible in some cases, but very limited - more details

Schengen countries (Schengen visa required)

1. Austria
2. Belgium
3. Vatican
4. Hungary
5. Germany
6. Greece
7. Denmark
8. Iceland
9. Spain
10. Italy
11. Latvia
12. Lithuania
13. Liechtenstein
14. Luxembourg
15. Malta
16. Netherlands
17. Norway
18. Poland
19. Portugal
20. San Marino
21. Slovakia
22. Slovenia
23. Finland
24. France
25. Czech Republic
26. Switzerland
27. Sweden
28. Estonia

Also, if you have a Schengen visa, you will be able to:

29. Albania 90 days
30. Aruba 90 days, free
31. Belize, 30 days
32. Bulgaria 90 days, 35 EUR
33. Bonaire, St. Eustatius and Saba (Netherlands Antilles) 90 days, free
34. Gibraltar
35. Cyprus 90 days, free
36. Kosovo 15 days
37. Mexico 180 days, free
38. Montserrat 90 days, 50 USD
39. Romania 90 days, 35 EUR
40. Sao Tome and Principe 15 days, 20 EUR
41. Croatia 90 days, 35 EUR

If you have a multiple-entry French visa of 6 months or more, the following countries are also available to you for 90 days:

42.Guadeloupe
43. French Guiana
44. Mayotte
45. Martinique
46. ​​New Caledonia
47. French Polynesia
48. Reunion
49. Saint Barthélemy
50. Saint Martin
51. Saint Pierre and Miquelon
52. Wallis and Futuna

If you have a US visa, the following visas are not required:

1. Albania 90 days
2. Aruba 90 days
3. Belize, 30 days
4. Bermuda 90 days
5. Bonaire, St. Eustatius and Saba (Netherlands Antilles) 90 days
6. Virgin (American) 30 days
7. Guam, 180 days
8. Curacao 90 days
9. Mexico 180 days
10. Montserrat 90 days, 50 USD
11. Oman 30 days, free
12. Puerto Rico 180 days (de facto US territory)
13. Sao Tome and Principe 15 days, 20 EUR
14. Northern Mariana Islands, 180 days
15. Saint Martin 90 days, 35 EUR

Full file as of October 14, 2019

Useful links:

Timatik - guide for airlines on entry requirements. This is the most accurate collection of all requirements, always check against it. If suddenly it says that you need a visa, but you don’t have one, then most likely you simply won’t be allowed on the plane.

Wikipedia - English version (Simpler and clearer than Russian. Unfortunately, the information is not always up-to-date :))

Wikipedia is Russian (our list is slightly different from the one given there; we were guided by formal requirements, checking them using Timatic, see above).

There are moments in the life of any person when you absolutely don’t want to deal with paperwork before going on vacation, you just want to pack your suitcase and fly on vacation on your rightful day off. There is no desire to collect documents for a visa, because for this you need to go to a visa center, spend nerves and money. Therefore, most Russians are looking for options where they can travel without a visa from Russia (2018) inexpensively.

Cheap holidays abroad 2018 without a visa:

• Belarus;
• Kyrgyzstan;
• Abkhazia;
• Kazakhstan.

South America and Western India:

• Dominica;
• Argentina;
• Panama;
• Barbados;
• Uruguay;
• Argentina;
• Haiti;
• Guyana;
• Chile;
• Grenada;
• Colombia;
• Ecuador;
• Brazil;
• Honduras;
• Jamaica;
• Peru;
• Venezuela;
• Haiti;
• Saint Lucia;
• Bolivia;
• Guatemala;
• Paraguay;
• Costa Rica.

Inexpensive visa-free countries in Africa:

• Swaziland;
• Seychelles;
• Mauritius;
• Namibia;
• Morocco;
• Tunisia;
• Gambia.

Asia and Oceania:

• Philippines;
• Laos;
• South Korea;
• Fiji;
• Indonesia;
• Israel;
• Macau;
• Vietnam;
• Türkiye;
• Malaysia;
• Thailand;
• Mongolia;
• Northern Mariana Islands.

European countries:

• Macedonia;
• Serbia;
• Montenegro.

Other countries:

• Moldova;
• Armenia;
• Ukraine;
• Tajikistan;
• Azerbaijan;
• Georgia.

Where to fly inexpensively without a visa? This article will look at the 5 best options for traveling on a budget without obtaining an entry permit.

Cheap visa-free countries

Abkhazia

The beauty of Abkhazia

Abkhazia is a wonderful resort for most Russian tourists, because the beach season here begins in June and ends in October. In Abkhazia you can have a budget holiday at the seaside, which gives you an advantage when choosing a resort. The main places to visit are Gagra and Sukhum.

Note! To get to Abkhazia, you first need to drive or fly to Sochi, and then cross the border.

• Flights. Airfare to Adler varies from 4800 to 5500 rubles*.
• Housing. There are not many hotels in Abkhazia, the majority of tourists live in guest houses, and there are also boarding houses. Decent accommodation can be found for $15 per night.
• Tours. The lowest prices for holidays in Abkhazia range from 19 thousand rubles for a couple of nights to 30 thousand rubles for a two-week vacation.
• Nutrition. A budget breakfast on the city streets can cost approximately 100-150 rubles per person, a business lunch in a cafe - from 200 rubles for one, lunch and dinner will cost a budget check of approximately 500 rubles for two.
• Leisure. In Abkhazia, the main attractions are wild nature and ancient buildings: the Sukhumi Botanical Garden, White Rocks, Bzyb Fortress Temple, Maiden's Tears waterfall and others. Almost all attractions are free, but there are also paid ones that cost about 250 rubles.
• Documents for entry into the country. To enter Abkhazia, a citizen will need a passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation or a foreign passport. Children under 14 years of age require a birth certificate, and those who have reached the age of 14 need a passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation.

Türkiye

Holidays in Turkey

Visa-free, inexpensive countries for Russians are the ultimate desire. Türkiye is the best option of all. It attracts tourists with budget holidays and visa-free entry into the country. The most popular resorts are Kemer, Antalya, Alanya and others. The season here starts in May and ends in October.

• Flights. The price category of air tickets varies depending on the selected resort town. A ticket to Antalya will cost about 10 thousand, to Istanbul about 8 thousand rubles.
• Tours. Tours to Turkey can be very different. You can find a tour for 15 thousand rubles for two, you can find it for 20 thousand, or you can find it for 10 thousand rubles. Holidays in hotels and inns in the “All inclusive” mode cost from 35 thousand rubles.
• Housing. Accommodation rates at Turkish resorts start from $13 per night in summer and autumn. In winter and spring, prices are much lower.
• Nutrition. Most hotels have an all-inclusive option, so tourists do not have to spend money on food, however, on average, an economical trip to a cafe or restaurant for two will cost about 15 euros. For fast food lovers it will cost 3-5 euros.
• Leisure. A traveler who loves to look at wild nature and abandoned cities will love Turkey: the Bosphorus Strait, the old city of Istanbul, Cappadocia, the Arched Gate of Side and other incredibly beautiful buildings will appeal to many. All sorts of sunken cities and islands are available to visit, starting at $50.
• Documents for entry into the country. To vacation in Turkey, an individual needs an ordinary foreign passport for a single period of 60 days of visa-free stay. For stays longer than 60 days you need to obtain a Turkish visa.

Vietnam

The beauty of Vietnam

Flights to Vietnam cost from 20 thousand rubles in the cold season and from 25 thousand rubles during the tourist season. Flights directly from the capital to the resorts will cost more. The cost of housing depends entirely on the resort location and the location of the guest house or hotel; prices here are completely different. In the city of Mui Ne you can find a new hotel near the sea for $20; on the island of Phu Quoc, hotels set prices starting from $50.

On tours in Vietnam you can visit only a couple of resort towns. The cost will be about 70 thousand rubles for 12 nights.

Nutrition. Two people can have breakfast in a cafe on the street for 1-1.5 euros. A multi-course lunch will cost 4-5 euros. Dinner in a small restaurant costs no more than 7 euros, but if you dine in special tourist cafes and restaurants, dinner will cost 10-12 euros.

In Vietnam, a lot of entertainment has been invented for tourists: various excursions, scuba diving. As well as visiting parks and temples: Halong Bay, Ho Chi Minh City, Cu Chi Tunnels, Monkey Island and other interesting places. In addition, prices for leisure activities here are not very high: visiting museums will cost 30-90 rubles, amusement parks and a cable car cost from 1000 rubles per person.

Note! For visa-free entry into the state, a valid passport is a mandatory condition for visiting for 14 days. For further stay it is necessary to prepare documents for obtaining a Vietnamese visa.

Georgia

Nature of Georgia

A vacation in Georgia is an excellent option for lovers of nature and cultural values. Prices and costs of services for everything are quite low for a resort country all year round, so many Russian tourists choose Georgia for an inexpensive holiday abroad without a visa. In winter and spring, many travelers come here to ski and snowboard, and in the summer they relax by the ponds.

A flight to Tbilisi with a transfer costs about 6-7 thousand rubles in winter, and at other times about 11 thousand. Direct flights will cost more - about 12 thousand rubles in winter and spring and about 15 thousand rubles in the season.

In Tbilisi you can find accommodation in a hostel, which will cost about $8, or in a 3-star hotel costing $15-25. Prices may vary slightly in other cities.

In the summer, tours in Georgia will cost no less than 49 thousand rubles per week of vacation, and in the fall the price drops by about 10-20%. The average bill in a cafe or restaurant for two people is $8-13 without alcohol, with alcohol and snacks - $15-20. There are enough attractions in this country: the old city of Tbilisi, the cave city of Uplistsikhe, Batumi fountains, the Bridge of Peace and other must-see places. The main parks and monasteries are free for tourists. Visiting museums and cave cities costs from 150 rubles for two.

Visa-free entry into the territory of Georgia is open for Russians, Ukrainians, as well as many other foreign citizens. Documents must include a foreign passport.

Thailand

Views of Thailand

Thailand is one of the cheapest countries for a visa-free holiday in 2018. The most important item of tourist expense is travel costs. Airlines, given the popularity of the country's resorts, raise prices closer to the season. You can relax in Thailand all year round, regardless of the weather conditions. The weather here is always favorable. Beach holidays are available in cities such as Pattaya, Phuket, and all kinds of excursions take place in Bangkok and Chiang Mai.

Air travel to Bangkok can cost from 20 thousand rubles in autumn and spring, from 25 thousand in summer and winter. Direct flights are more expensive – from 27 thousand rubles. In addition, the flight to Thailand is quite long, even if directly from Moscow or St. Petersburg.

Budget accommodation with a good rating can be found for $16 per day. In hotels on the coastline, prices can start from $40 per night. The cost of tours is from 58 thousand rubles for 11 nights. You can often find excellent last-minute tours in which all services are included in the price.

If you eat exclusively street food (mobile carts with different local dishes), you can spend 3 euros per person. Lunch in a cafe offering European dishes will cost 6-8 euros. Dinner in a restaurant can cost up to 20 euros per person.

In Thailand, it is better to buy tickets for excursions on the city streets, because prices will be 1.5-2 times lower than those offered by tour operators. A ticket to visit major attractions such as the historical city of Ayutthaya, Koh Samui, Phuket Island, the Bridge over the River Kwai, Siam Ocean World in Bangkok, Khao Yai National Park, home to tigers, bears, elephants, gibbons and wild pigs, will cost for a tourist no less than 600 rubles.

Visa-free entry abroad to Thailand is possible if the nature of the trip is only touristic. You also need a foreign passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation if a person intends to stay in Thailand for no more than 30 calendar days.

Holidays abroad don't have to be expensive. If you think about your trip in advance and study the list of countries where entry is possible without obtaining permission, you can even get a lot of positive emotions from a budget holiday and be in a great mood.

*Prices are current as of August 2018.

We present a list of the best visa-free countries for holidays with children in 2018 with marks on the map. We have already published a rating of the top 10 countries for a trip to the sea with a child:

Applying for a visa is always an extra hassle with collecting documents, a waste of a lot of time and money. As a rule, a visa costs 30-70 dollars or euros and it is good if it is issued upon arrival. It’s worse if you need to obtain a visa in advance in Russia, collecting and submitting to the country’s consulate a stack of documents, already purchased air tickets and hotel reservations, bank statements, photographs...

And if you are traveling with 2-3 children, the difficulties, time and money costs increase many times over! Often, the presence of children will be required to obtain a visa.

Now let’s imagine that the family lives not in Moscow or St. Petersburg, but in a place where there are no visa centers and consulates of other countries... In addition to the above, you will have to buy round-trip tickets for the whole family in order to apply for a visa, and then and to get a visa!.. As a result, a family with 2-3 children can spend several days, a lot of effort and up to 30-60 thousand rubles just on visas! And after all this, you can still get a visa refusal

2 Georgia

You can stay in Georgia without a visa for up to a year!

Georgia is a small but amazing country where you can find absolutely everything - amazing culture, history and sights, excellent cuisine, magnificent nature, mountains, valleys, forests, rivers, lakes and of course the sea. Beaches are sandy and pebble.

You can get to Georgia from Russia by plane, train, bus, car... But keep in mind that entry into Georgia from Abkhazia or North Ossetia is prohibited.

The beach season in Georgia lasts from May to September, but in May the sea is still a little cool for children.

3 Türkiye

Turkey is consistently in first place among Russians, including families with children. And there are many reasons for this, in addition to the lack of visas: a short flight, excellent service, a huge number of resorts, a variety of beaches (both pebble and sandy), low prices, many attractions, entertainment, water parks, etc. Not least important when choosing is the system All inclusive in most hotels...

You can vacation in Turkey without a visa for up to 60 days.

The easiest and cheapest way to get there is by plane; the flight, depending on the resort, will take 3-3.5 hours.

The beach season in Turkey lasts from May to September, although in May the sea may still seem a little cool to a child, and from mid-July to the end of August it becomes hot. Turkey is ideal for traveling with children in June and the first half of July, as well as in September.

4 Cyprus

Cyprus is a visa-free country for Russians with minor reservations. Northern Cyprus (Turkish territory) is indeed absolutely visa-free for Russian citizens. A visa for the rest of Cyprus is theoretically needed, but it can be quickly, easily and freely applied for online without traveling to a visa center or consulate. The so-called “pro-visa” is issued online on the website of the Cyprus Embassy - after 1-2 days you receive it by e-mail and print it out.

Cyprus has excellent beaches and developed infrastructure! The beaches in Larnaca and Paphos are mostly small pebbles, while those in Ayia Napa, Limassol and Protaras are sand. In Cyprus there are noisy youth resorts, such as Ayia Napa. For a family holiday with children, Limassol and especially Protaras are more suitable, where there are playgrounds, water parks, and amusement parks...

You can stay in Cyprus for up to 90 days.

The plane flight from Moscow takes 4 hours.

The beach season in Cyprus lasts from May to September-October, although in the second half of summer it can be a little hot for a baby...

5 Montenegro

Montenegro is a very beautiful country with magnificent nature, forests, lakes, rivers and clear sea with small pebble beaches. There are a lot of interesting sights and well-developed infrastructure. You will also be pleased with decent European service at very reasonable prices.

Citizens of the Russian Federation can stay in Montenegro without a visa for up to 90 days.

The flight from Moscow will take less than 3 hours.

The beach season in Montenegro lasts from May to September, but in May the sea is still a little cool for children.

6 UAE

In 2018, the UAE announced the abolition of visas for Russians! You can stay in the UAE without a visa for up to 30 days.

Dubai and other emirates of the UAE offer the highest level of safety, cleanliness, service and service in hotels. Dubai has many Amusement Parks, Water Parks, shopping centers, the coolest excursions and attractions As well as perfectly clean sandy beaches and warm sea.

A direct flight from Moscow will last approximately 5 hours.

In the UAE it is good from March to May and October-November. In summer it is very hot, and the sea warms up so much that it ceases to be refreshing...

7 Israel

For holidays with children, the most suitable resorts are not the Dead Sea, but the Mediterranean Sea, for example, Haifa and Netanya. Travelers with children in Israel will find a very developed infrastructure, a high level of service, a lot of entertainment and attractions... There are gorgeous sandy beaches and a warm sea.

The flight from Moscow lasts approximately 4 hours. You can stay in Israel without a visa for up to 90 days.

The beach season in Israel is from April to June and September to October. It's hot in summer.

8 Tunisia

Tunisia is most famous for thalasotherapy. However, besides this, there is a lot of interesting things here: ancient ruins and ruins of Carthage, interesting excursions and natural attractions, close to European cuisine with bright oriental notes... and of course the warm sea and excellent sandy beaches, some of the best in North Africa.

The flight lasts about 4 hours.

Russians can stay in Tunisia without a visa for up to 90 days.

The beach season in Tunisia lasts from May to October. July-August can be a bit hot for children.

9 Thailand

Despite the remoteness of this country in Southeast Asia from Russia, Thailand is suitable for families with children. There is a developed infrastructure, low prices, a wide selection of hotels, many beautiful islands and beaches. Thailand is an opportunity to turn winter into summer, which is why wintering in Thailand has been very popular among Russians lately...

A direct flight to Thailand from Moscow lasts approximately 10 hours, and if you fly from the East of Russia, it is noticeably less.

The best time to visit Thailand is from October to March. The end of spring and summer is the rainy season, except for the island of Koh Samui... You can safely fly to Koh Samui in the summer - from May to September, and the rains on this island only in October-November.

10 Dominican Republic

The biggest disadvantage of the Dominican Republic when traveling with children is the long twelve-hour flight from Moscow and its cost... The biggest advantages are stunning beauty, warm clean sea, ideal white sandy beaches, large hotel areas, level of service in hotels and developed infrastructure.. It is precisely because of all of the above that the Dominican Republic was included in our rating.

Without a visa, Russian citizens can stay in the Dominican Republic for up to 30 days.

The beach season in the Dominican Republic lasts from November to March-April

Yes, and don't forget! If you want to go on vacation with your child for the New Year holidays, then it is better to plan, book and pay for this trip in advance - several months in advance!!! There will be more choice, and prices are much lower than right before the New Year!

The procedure for obtaining a visa permit is one of the main problems facing travelers. In accordance with international agreements, many countries have established a visa-free regime for Russian tourists, allowing them to plan a vacation without regard to the decision of the consular office.

Visa-free countries for Russians are located within the former CIS. To visit them, you do not need to present a foreign passport.

Guests from the Russian Federation can freely enter the territory of:

• Abkhazia– the historical region of the Western Caucasus, where, according to legend, Prometheus was chained. Currently, this is a popular resort region, washed by the waters of the Black Sea. Abkhazia offers a budget holiday option for any category of citizens, but is inferior in the level of service to more famous resorts.
• Belarus– CIS countries, characterized by a developed sanatorium and resort infrastructure, ancient castles, and luxurious forests.
• Kazakhstan– part of the former CIS, on whose territory the historical “Silk Road” passed. The country has a unique natural landscape that combines Asian and traditional European vegetation.
• Kyrgyzstan- an integral element of the USSR, famous for the resorts located on Lake Issyk-Kul.
• South Ossetia– which has Soviet-built tourist centers and sanatoriums.

And also the Kaliningrad region - an enclave of the Russian Federation, to visit which you need to overcome the borders of neighboring states. The special economic zone is located on the shores of the Baltic Sea. Attracts Russian and foreign tourists with monuments of Prussian culture, varied beach holidays, deposits of amber and minerals

Visa-free countries with sea for Russians 2020

Visa-free countries for Russians, offering beach holidays for every taste, are located in different parts of the world. You can freely enter the territory of the countries listed below and remain without registration from 30 to 90 days. Information is current for 2020. The list of all countries will be given below, divided into categories, since there are quite a lot of states in the world that are ready to accept tourists and travelers from Russia without issuing unnecessary visa documents.

Abkhazia– a state located on the territory of the Western Caucasus. It is washed by the waters of the Black Sea. Offers tourists various types of beach holidays from June to September. It is distinguished by pebble beaches, cheap service, prices for food and hotel infrastructure.

You can visit Abkhazia without a passport or visa. Duration of free stay is up to 30 days.

Albania is a country located on the Balkan Peninsula, between Montenegro and Greece. The state provides tourists with clean beaches and the opportunity to simultaneously swim in the Ionian and Adriatic seas. The holiday season in Albania lasts from April to November. In summer it is quite hot, but the high air temperature is easily tolerated after the appearance of a sea breeze.

You can stay in the country without registration for up to 90 days.

Georgia– known for the resorts of Adjara, famous beaches, warm climate, traditional Georgian cuisine and wines.

Best time to travel to Georgia:

• mid-June;
• beginning of September;
• first days of October.

In the summer months the air temperature rises to 35 degrees. Entry into the territory of the state is free at any time of the year.

Israel– a Mediterranean state offering expensive, luxurious holidays and treatment for a wealthy category of citizens. The beaches of Tel Aviv, Bat Yam, Ashdod, Haifa are clean and have well-developed infrastructure. The coast of the Dead and Red Seas is a sanatorium and resort area for treatment and family recreation.

The holiday season in Israel opens in April and lasts until mid-October, when the average daily temperature drops to 20⁰C. Russian tourists can stay within the country without a visa for up to 90 days.

Vietnam- a tourist Mecca, a long flight to which (up to 10 hours) is rewarded with snow-white sandy beaches, lush nature, opportunities for servers and diving enthusiasts. Ancient temples and ruins of Vietnam attract connoisseurs of history and archeology.

Russians are offered a visa-free holiday for 15 days. The best time to stay in the country is from November to April.

Egypt– the most popular resort among Russian tourists. It has a rich infrastructure, an all-inclusive system, beaches on the Red Sea, ample diving opportunities, and unique historical monuments. A visa for tourists from Russia is issued at the airport (cost 25 US dollars for 30 days).

Charter flights to the resorts of Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh operate annually from November to March.

Türkiye- the second most popular (and since 2017 - the first) region of sea holidays for Russian tourists. Luxurious beaches and ancient monuments provide ample opportunities for beach and sightseeing holidays. You should visit the state from late April to mid-October.

Visa-free entry is open for Russian citizens for up to 30 days.

Morocco is an interesting visa-free country for tourists from Russia

More and more Russian tourists are choosing a holiday in Morocco. Here is a unique duo of beach holidays and ski slopes. In ancient times, these territories were inhabited by nomads - the ancestors of the Jewish Berbers, who developed under the influence of the Phoenician colonies.

Morocco – Muslim state rich in historical sites, located on the African peninsula. The territory is washed by the waters of the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. The coastal zone of sandy beaches extends for 1000 km.

The holiday season opens in May and lasts until October. Despite the hot climate, the water temperature rarely warms up above 25⁰C, so it is better to plan a vacation with small children in July-August. The visa-free period is up to 90 days.

Modern religion was brought to Morocco by the Arabs after conquering the country in the 6th century and incorporating it into the Arab Caliphate. At the end of the Middle Ages, together with the English, French and Spanish colonialists, European traditions began to actively penetrate the country, but for a long time the country remained a pirate state.

The coastline makes up almost half of the country's borders, separating it in the north from the Mediterranean Sea and from the Atlantic Ocean in the west, the Strait of Gibraltar separates Morocco and European countries.

The subtropical climate of the Mediterranean provides holidays in Morocco with a mild subtropical climate. The temperature here in winter does not fall below 10 degrees Celsius, and in summer its average value is 27 degrees Celsius. The hottest month of the year is August, when, under the influence of the Sherga wind blowing from the Sahara, daytime temperatures rise to +35 degrees.

In the north of Morocco, the climate is cooler, and daily temperature changes are more than 20 degrees.

Thanks to the rich and varied nature, there is a holiday in Morocco for any tourist: lovers of golden beaches and warm seas are hospitably greeted by resort towns on the coast, while those who prefer an active pastime will find wonderful ski slopes at the Ouikamedena resort in the Atlas Mountains. You can ride all year round, but it is better to come from December to April.

One of the most popular seaside resorts is snow-white Agadir, covered with golden sand and framed by a canopy of pine trees and eucalyptus beach stretches for 20 kilometers.

The city is located on the Atlantic coast in the Sous Valley, protected from the heat of the desert by the High Atlas mountain range. This is a European-level resort with a widely developed tourism industry. Here you can try yourself in any of the water sports, as well as rent a yacht on the beach. In addition, the city is famous for its festivals, concerts, shows and thalassotherapy center, where you can relax and effectively get rid of stress.

Tennis, golf, as well as camel and horse riding are popular here, and sunny weather pleases tourists almost all year round.

The resort offering the most luxurious holiday in Morocco is Casablanca. This city is practically no different in style and standard of living from advanced European cities and is the economic capital of Morocco. One of the most famous thalassotherapy centers is located here, and the Corniche embankment offers a lot of entertainment for all lovers of night walks under the bright southern stars. Particularly noteworthy is the Hassan II Mosque. It can be visited and viewed by people of other faiths.

Marrakesh. This resort, which remained for a long time the center of the empire, is without a doubt the center of the Moroccan East. Situated at the very base of the great Atlas Mountains, it attracts culture and history lovers from all over the world. Here you can touch all the secrets of the east, see the Bahia Palace, the Koutoubia Mosque, see snake charmers and get a unique body painting with henna. The famous Marrakech markets are also located here.

In the summer months, the air temperature here is about +30 C, and in winter it does not drop below +15 C. If you are going on holiday to Morocco for romance and big waves, then you need Esouira. This is a resort town, amazingly combining the comfort of the best European resorts and the rich cultural heritage of a medieval fortress.

Located on the Atlantic coast, it will be a wonderful place for a romantic and active holiday. The city's streets are filled with many cozy cafes serving freshly caught seafood delicacies, and the radiant coastline attracts windsurfers from all over the world.

Rabat. The capital of the kingdom, located on the Atlantic coast at the mouth of the Bou Regreg River, is a picturesque place with ancient architecture, surrounded by luxurious green gardens. The Kasbah of Udaya fortress and the mausoleum of Muhammad V are worth seeing here. There are many museums in the city. The beaches of Rabat are a great destination for lovers of all types of water sports.

Another unique city for a holiday in Morocco is Fes, the religious and cultural capital of the country.

This place is distinguished by a rich history that dates back more than 12 centuries, as well as an amazing combination of Arab, Spanish, Jewish and Berber traditions. Fez is often called the African Athens, and here, in the nooks of shady streets, great legends of the past still live.

You should definitely see the oldest university in the world - the Karaouine Mosque-University, the mausoleum of Sultan Moulay Idriss II, the Great Mosque, as well as the Royal Palace.

When planning a vacation in Morocco, you should not neglect the many unique natural monuments, among which the following deserve special attention:

• Ouzoud waterfall 110 meters high;
• the Todra Gorge, which continues for more than 600 meters with a height of stone walls of about 160 meters and a path width of 10 meters;
• Draa Valley, which is one of the most picturesque places in Morocco. The valley is crossed by the Draa River, whose sources are in the Atlas Mountains;
• Erg Chebbi dunes, reaching 150 meters in height. Traveling through the dunes on camels will leave an indelible impression on every exotic lover.

Another advantage of the country is rightfully its national cuisine, which is one of the most famous in the world. Here you can try the best oriental dishes, as well as a wide variety of seafood. The peculiarity of Moroccan cuisine lies in the countless number of spices, many of which are found only here.

Traditional dishes in Morocco are soups, meat and fish dishes, couscous (porridge with spices), and of course, traditional green tea with mint, which perfectly refreshes and tones on hot days. Tourists flying to Morocco on holiday do not have to worry about a visa. Tourists are allowed into this country without visas.

Indonesia

Indonesia- an island archipelago consisting of 17,000 islands. The country is considered the best beach holiday area in the world. The islands are located on both sides of the equator, equipped with sandy beaches, island bays, and full of palm trees. The level of service in Indonesia traditionally occupies a leading global position.

The resort is beautiful all year round; visas for guests from the Russian Federation are sold at the airport for $60 for 30 days.

Thailand- a state in Southeast Asia, famous for its beaches and historical monuments. Attracts guests with a variety of recreational activities depending on the season. The best time for sea swimming is from November to February. In the summer, the beach mood can be ruined by the rainy season.

Free stay in the country is allowed for up to 90 days.

Tunisia- the territorial space of North Africa, covered with endless deserts and beaches. Tunisia's service differs significantly from Egypt, Thailand and Turkey. Despite the large number of hotels and tourists, extreme caution should be exercised when moving around the city. Recommended time for vacation is from May to November.

Russian citizens are allowed to visit the state without a visa for up to 90 days.

Sri Lanka– an island with an area of ​​65 sq. km. with a well-developed infrastructure, large crowds, and good hotel service. You can relax at the resort at any time of the year (the rainy season varies depending on the location of the island).

A visa-free regime is open for Russian tourists for 30 days.

Antigua and Barbuda- an island in the Caribbean Sea, offering a luxurious holiday for tourists with unlimited funds. The state has gorgeous beaches, bays, and palm trees. Staying in the country without registration is possible for up to 30 days.

There is no concept of “season” and “out of season” on the islands. The best period for rest is the time when the temperature warms up to +25⁰С. There is a constant risk of heavy rains and hurricanes.

Argentina is a South American country famous for its beaches, ancient mountains, sunny boulevards and tango. The tourist season is open from November to March. The visa-free regime for Russian tourists is limited to 90 days.

Brazil– the birthplace of TV series, football and carnival. A country of contrasts, combining luxury hotels and residences with shacks for the poor. Wide beaches are conducive to active sea recreation. Visiting the country is free for Russians (up to 90 days). The best time for a vacation is from mid-November to the end of March.

February is especially crowded due to the famous Brazilian Carnival.

Bahamas– “Paradise” on earth, located near the territory of the United States. Of the 700 shell islands, only 20 are inhabited. The Bahamas is a romantic place, ideal for a honeymoon. The developed hotel infrastructure provides luxurious hotel service all year round.

Guests from Russia can stay on the islands for up to 3 months without obtaining a visa.

Vanuatu- a tropical island in the Pacific Ocean. A famous center for water activities and beach holidays, offering active holidays for people over 20 years old. Visiting the island nation is possible all year round. The duration of stay without a visa is 30 days.

Dominican Republic- a state in the eastern part of the island of Haiti, offering to spend a weekend on the sea coast. The best time to visit the resort is from November to March. Visa-free stay is allowed for a period of 30 days.

Kenya– offers a combination of wild African flavor and beach relaxation. The swimming season opens from December to January. An entry permit for Russians is not required if the duration of the vacation does not exceed 90 days.

Colombia- a state distinguished not only by its luxurious sea expanses, but also by its rich cultural heritage. The best place for swimming is Buenaventura, open to beach lovers at any time of the year. Guests from the Russian Federation are allowed to stay for up to 90 days.

Seychelles– islands in the Indian Ocean, leaders in weddings and honeymoons. They are distinguished by solitude, calmness, and regularity. They attract servers, lovers of boat trips with a high level of income. The beach season does not depend on the time of year.

Guests are allowed entry without a visa for 30 days.

Inexpensive visa-free countries

Visa-free countries for Russians offer various options for spending a weekend. Tourists looking for a democratic option should stop at:

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Citizens living in the Russian Federation are allowed to visit the state without obtaining visa documents and stay in it for up to 90 days. When crossing the border, you must present a foreign passport and return tickets. For transit purposes, a stay of up to 7 days is allowed.

The cost of a 7-day tour at a travel agency starts from 23,600 rubles. for 1 person.

Vacation prices:

Montenegro

Part of the former Yugoslav Republic, famous for its tourism infrastructure. A beach holiday can easily be combined with an excursion program. Montenegro is distinguished by a huge number of beaches(more than 100 throughout the territory), magnificent natural landscapes, affordable prices for recreation, accommodation and food.

Russian citizens can stay on the territory of the state without a visa for 90 days. Upon arrival, you are required to register and pay a fee ranging from 0.7 to 1 euro, depending on the length of the vacation. Children under 12 years of age are exempt from paying tax.

A standard 7-day tour for 1 person costs 50 thousand rubles.

Vacation prices:

Serbia

Former Yugoslav Republic. Thanks to maintaining friendly interstate relations, it is loyal to guests from the Russian Federation and offers a free visa regime for up to 30 days inclusive. There are no additional taxes or fees required during your stay.

A tour to Belgrade for 7 days will cost 35,000 rubles.

Cuba

An island state in the northern Caribbean Sea. Stronghold of socialism. It has a low standard of living. Holidays in Cuba are varied, represented by good service and budget prices. The most expensive component of tourism is the flight. Russian citizens can stay on the territory of the state for up to 90 days.

To enter you need:

• international passport;
• return ticket.

A 7-day tour to Cuba costs from 85,000 rubles.

The amount of a one-day stay in Cuba, including meals in restaurants, excursions, and hotel accommodation does not exceed 20,000 rubles.

Malaysia

The safest modern state in Southeast Asia, located on the island of Malacca (between Singapore and Thailand). The country's tourism service is developing very dynamically, offering guests Asian exotica, beach holidays, cultural and historical attractions.

Russian tourists can stay within the territorial boundaries of the country without a visa for about 90 days.

To travel you must have:

• international passport;
• ticket confirming the return flight;
• the amount established by the state, calculated for the duration of the trip.

The cost of a week-long tour to Malaysia starts from 75,000 rubles. for 1 person.

Vacation prices:

Türkiye

One of the most developed countries in Southeast Asia, most of which is located in Southern Europe. Türkiye is a favorite holiday destination for Russian tourists. Luxurious beaches, historical attractions, and an all-inclusive system make the country an ideal holiday destination.

As agreed between the leaders of states, Russian tourists can freely stay on Turkish territory for up to 60 days.

To enter you need:

• international passport;
• hotel reservation;
• airplane tickets.

The cost of a 7-day tour is from 30,000 rubles. for 1 person

Vacation prices:

Vietnam

A state in Southeast Asia that attracts tourists with its local flavor, exotic cuisine, and clean beaches. The state offers cheap holidays (compared to nearby Thailand). Tourists from Russia can stay in the country without registration for up to 15 days.

If necessary, the period of stay can be extended. A week-long tour to Vietnam will cost 68,000 rubles.

Prices:

Former USSR countries

Countries that were formerly part of the USSR signed an agreement establishing a bilateral visa-free regime for Russian citizens.

Entry rules:

Europe

Visa-free countries for Russians in Europe (Serbia, Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina) allow persons with Russian citizenship to freely stay within their territorial boundaries for a certain time in order to visit friends and relatives, see cultural attractions, undergo treatment, and spend a vacation on the beach.

• Serbia – up to 30 days;
• Montenegro – 90 days;
• Bosnia and Herzegovina – no more than 30 days.

To travel across state borders, migration services require:

• International passport, valid at the time of travel and 3 months from the date indicated on the return ticket.
• Documents for the child(foreign passport, permission to export from parents).
• The authorities of Montenegro have provided a mandatory registration procedure for tourists. Independent travelers must receive a “white cardboard”, the cost of which is from 0.4 to 1 euro, depending on the duration of the trip. Travel companies independently register their clients.

sometimes WHEN CROSSING THE BORDER, CUSTOMS OFFICERS REQUIRE THE PRODUCTION OF RETURN TICKETS, HOTEL RESERVATIONS, AND CONFIRMATION OF FINANCIAL SELF-SOLIFE.

Near East

Since 2017, Israel, the UAE, Lebanon, and Bahrain have opened free visits for Russian tourists if their trip is not of a commercial nature.

To visit countries with children under 14 years of age you must:

• The child’s own international passport or the child’s inclusion in the parents’ documents.
• Notarized power of attorney - consent to the entry and exit of a minor (if he is traveling with one of the parents or with third parties).

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Women under 40 years of age who are unmarried visit the listed Muslim states accompanied by a male relative over 18 years of age, or by proving their financial independence. Spouses with different surnames present a marriage registration certificate when visiting together.

South, Central and North America

Territories located on the American continent allow visa-free crossing of their borders by citizens living in the Russian Federation, provided that tourists have:

• Foreign passport (the period until the document expires is at least 3-6 months).
• Tickets confirming return to your home country with a specific departure date. Documents are presented in printed form.
• Paid hotel reservation.
• Medical insurance.
• Migration card (Venezuela).

In the case of a vacation with children, the child must have his own passport or enter the child’s data in the parental document.

Asia

Asian countries provide guests from Russia with visa-free visits if tourists have:

• international passport (validity of the document is more than 2 months);
• tickets confirming the return flight;
• credit cards, traveler's checks, cash, proving the solvency of those staying on vacation;
• hotel reservations;
• migration card.

Free entry into the state under these conditions is allowed:

• for 14 days - Hong Kong, Brunei Darusalam;
• for 30 days – Thailand, Philippines, Macau;
• for 35 days – Singapore;
• for 60 days – South Korea;
• for 90 days – Nepal, Myanmar.

The visa is issued at the airport after presenting the necessary documents to:

• Bangladesh – 50 dollars. USA for 14 days;
• East Timor – 50 dollars. USA for 30 days;
• Kuwait offers free travel document stamping;

India and Cambodia allow visa-free entry upon presentation of a printed permit, which can be obtained after registering on the embassy website. The PRC requires a mandatory visa, with the exception of arrivals to Hong Kong, Hainan, Macau.

Africa

The African continent offers its guests a unique vacation, combining local flavor with European service.

Visa-free visits for Russians are allowed:

Australia and Oceania

The warm waters of the Indian and Pacific Oceans attract lovers of active sea recreation, surfing, and diving. The beaches here are unique, striking with the purity and whiteness of the sand and the beauty of the coastal waters.

You can relax without complicating your life by obtaining a visa in:

You are allowed to live on the Fiji Islands for 120 days without registration. after confirmation of financial solvency, presentation to customs officers of a foreign passport and air tickets confirming departure from the country.

The list of countries that have established visa-free travel within their territory for Russians is very wide. Before choosing a place for a weekend, you should thoroughly study the proposed list and choose a state that meets all your requirements.

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