How Long Can I Stay in Russia?
Complete guide for UK passport holders. Last verified 2026-02-04.
Maximum Stay
Visa required - apply in advance
At a Glance
Duration
Visa required - apply in advance
Visa Type
Tourist Visa Required
Entry Requirements
- Passport valid 6 months after visa expires
- Sign passport if issued after Jan 2017
- Apply through Russia Visa Centre
- Biometric data required if aged 12+ (fingerprints)
- Immigration card must be signed on every entry
Important Things to Know
Biometrics required on arrival at Moscow airports from 1 Dec 2024
Must register with authorities within 7 working days
Intensive security checks - may be questioned, fingerprinted, devices checked
Cannot exit with unpaid debts or fines
Overstay results in fines, deportation or re-entry ban
Cannot leave with more than $10,000 USD cash even if declared
CBD is illegal - several years imprisonment
Mastercard and Visa not operating in Russia
Additional Information
Bilateral Agreement
Special arrangement with Belarus for visa movement
Visa required. Complex entry procedures with intensive checks.
Official Sources
UK Government Foreign Travel Advice
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/russia/entry-requirementsLast verified: 2026-02-04
Always verify current requirements with official government sources before traveling, as visa policies can change.
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