How Long Can I Stay in Russian Federation?
Complete guide for Ireland passport holders. Last verified 2026-02-05.
Maximum Stay
None
At a Glance
Duration
None
Visa Type
Visa required
Entry Requirements
- Passport validity: Valid passport required
Important Things to Know
Dual Irish-Russian citizens: Russian Government only recognises Russian citizenship for local law enforcement and administration, including compulsory military service
Severely limited or no flight routes directly to EU
Significant delays in processing documentation including passports due to reduced staffing and international post/shipping difficulties
Banking restrictions - Visa and Mastercard services withdrawn, may affect ability to access money
Citizens should have adequate cash supplies for stay and emergencies if no source of funding within Russia
Additional Information
Department strongly advises against all travel to Russian Federation until further notice. Embassy in Moscow has significantly fewer resources to assist in crisis Irish citizens require a visa to enter Russia. Department strongly advises against all travel. Overland departure options exist via St. Petersburg to Tallinn, Estonia.
Official Sources
Irish Department of Foreign Affairs
https://www.dfa.ie/travel/travel-advice/a-z-list-of-countries/russian-federation/Last verified: 2026-02-05
Always verify current requirements with official government sources before traveling, as visa policies can change.
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