Where to go without a Schengen visa. Countries with the entry of Russians on an internal passport. visa-free countries in Asia and Southeast Asia

Significant for many countries is the moment of adoption of the Agreement on visa-free regime. A visa-free regime implies obtaining a visa at the border or at ground checkpoints (checkpoints, airports, and others). The visa-free regime allows you to freely visit many countries.

There is automatically no need to contact the embassy, ​​provide a lot of documents and wait for the long-awaited exit permit. .

As you know, to visit a country that is located in Europe, you must first. This applies to everyone. But on the territory of Europe there are a number of republics that are not included in European Union. Many of them with Russian Federation concluded visa-free regime. In these countries, Russians in 2019 will not need to pre-issue an entry permit.

List of visa-free entry countries in Europe:

• Macedonia.
• Serbia.
• Montenegro.
• Kyrgyzstan.
• Türkiye.

Table: permitted period of stay of Russians in visa-free countries in Europe

All these countries are not part of the European Union. Although Bosnia and Herzegovina, Turkey, Macedonia and Serbia are considered potential candidates for membership. Today, active negotiations are underway regarding their accession to the EU. But as long as these countries have not become members of the European Union, Russians can freely enter these republics.

Permission to enter the territory of Ukraine

For others foreign citizens the permitted period of stay on the territory of Ukraine is only one month. They receive a visa upon arrival at international airports, which are located in only two cities of Ukraine: Odessa and Kyiv.

The rules for crossing the border have been simplified for Russians. They are stamped with a crossing stamp in their foreign passport at customs checkpoints. A prerequisite for crossing the border is filling out a migration card.

Previously, Russians had the right to enter Ukraine only with internal passports. But since 2015, the situation has changed due to military operations on the territory of Ukraine. Since 2015, Russians can cross Ukrainian border only if you have a foreign passport.

Entry to Moldova

The Russian Federation and Moldova signed an agreement on a visa-free regime. Therefore, citizens of the Russian Federation in 2019 do not need to issue a preliminary entry permit. Crossing the border is carried out only by foreign passport. The permitted period of stay on the territory of Moldova without permission for Russians is 3 months.

If the border crossing is carried out with minor child, then parents should without fail border services provide not only a foreign passport of the child, but also the original of his birth certificate.

Entry to the Republic of Belarus

As you know, Belarus and Russia are members Customs Union, therefore, a simplified regime for crossing the border of Belarus has been concluded between these two countries. It is characterized by the fact that Russians in 2019 can enter the territory of Belarus not only with a foreign passport, but also with an internal one, that is, a Russian passport.

When crossing the border by land, namely by car, the owner of the car must provide customs officers driver license, registration certificate, personal documents and mandatory car insurance.

According to the current legislation of the Republic of Belarus, citizens of the Russian Federation can stay in the country without a visa for no more than 90 days. But if a citizen of the Russian Federation intends to stay in Belarus for more than one month, he is obliged to register at the place of residence. Otherwise, when leaving the country, a fine will be imposed on the Russian.

Entry to Kyrgyzstan

Russia also signed an agreement with Kyrgyzstan on a simplified border crossing regime. According to the rules of the regime, .

When crossing the border at the customs control points, an arrival stamp is affixed to the foreign passport. If a Russian passes through internal passport, then this stamp is placed on the migration card. It will be extremely difficult to leave the country without this stamp.

If a Russian intends to stay on the territory of Kyrgyzstan for less than 3 months, then he does not need to register.

But if the estimated period of stay is more than this period, then registration is required.

On the territory of Kyrgyzstan, you need to contact the passport and visa department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and become migration registered. Registration indicates an extension of the period of stay. But it is worth recalling that in order to extend the period of stay, you can become migration registered no later than the fifth day after arriving in the territory of Kyrgyzstan.

Entry to Kazakhstan

Rumors have long been circulating that Kazakhstan and Russia intend to break the agreement on a visa-free regime. But these rumors are not supported by documentary data. Therefore, in 2019, Russians, as before, can freely enter the territory of this country without first obtaining an entry permit.

But when traveling to Kazakhstan, you should pay attention to such aspects:

1. When traveling, a Russian must have 2 passports with him: foreign and domestic.
2. If a Russian turns 20 or 45 years old during the trip, then you should take care of reissuing the document in advance. The thing is that these documents will no longer be valid on the territory of Kazakhstan, so a person may have problems leaving the country. To resolve the situation, you will have to contact the Russian embassy.
3. According to the laws, a citizen of the Russian Federation has the right to stay on the territory of Kazakhstan without a visa for only 3 months. If it is necessary to extend the period of stay, then you will need to issue a temporary residence permit.

Entry to Abkhazia

To travel to Abkhazia in 2019, Russians will need a foreign or Russian passport. A prerequisite for this is life insurance for a Russian in the amount of more than 30 thousand rubles. The insurance covers the accommodation of a tourist on the territory of Abkhazia at the rate of 1,000 rubles per day.

That is, the amount of insurance should be equal to the estimated period of stay in Abkhazia. Children under the age of 6 are exempt from insurance. Persons who work in the territory of Abkhazia for more than 6 months are also exempt from insurance.

Entry to Serbia

According to the rules of the diplomatic agreement between the Russian Federation and Serbia, no more than one month. If the estimated period of stay exceeds this established period, then you will need to issue an entry permit at the Serbian Embassy. Visa for long stay issued in one format regardless of the purpose of the trip: employment, training, guest visit or treatment.

Entry into the country is carried out on a foreign passport. The main thing is that the validity period should be at least one month after the end of the intended trip. When crossing the border, you will need to provide financial resources at the rate of $ 50 per day per person. Also, to enter Serbia, you will need to take out insurance with coverage of at least 20 thousand euros.

Relax easily! We list all visa-free countries for Russians in 2019. Bonus: a list of countries where you can fly to rest on the sea without a visa and inexpensively.

Do not want to collect packages of documents, pay expensive fees, wait for registration and comply with other bureaucratic formalities? Fly on vacation without a visa!

We have compiled a complete list of countries where Russians can travel without a visa in 2019. Choose and relax! For convenience, we have divided countries geographically and next to each popular destination we have placed a link to search for air tickets or tour packages to this country.

List of visa-free countries for Russians in 2019

Russians in 2019 without a visa can travel to 76 countries and territories. Of these, 5 countries and territories can be visited even without a passport. But in Europe, only 4 countries are open for visa-free entry, most need Schengen. But in South America you can travel enough and literally without borders - you can live in each country for 90 days, and at border points you only need to show a valid passport. Visa-free for Russians and many Asian countries.

Without a passport (according to a general passport)

You can travel abroad not only without a visa, but also without a passport. True, the choice is very limited. Russians can enter the following countries and territories with a civil passport:

• (90 days)
• Armenia (180 days)
• Belarus (90 days)
• Kazakhstan (90 days)
• Kyrgyzstan (90 days)

Europe (according to the international passport)

• Bosnia and Herzegovina (30 days): tickets →
• Macedonia (90 days): tickets →
• Serbia (30 days): tickets →
• (90 days from April 15 to October 31; the rest of the time - 30 days):

Former USSR (according to the international passport)

• (90 days)
• (up to one year):
• Moldova (90 days)
• Uzbekistan (unlimited)
• Ukraine (90 days)
• Tajikistan (up to 90 days)

Where is it calm and safe? Look - we compared countries by natural disasters, wars and terrorism, peacefulness and attitude towards tourists.

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South America and the West Indies

• Antigua and Barbuda (30 days)
• Argentina (90 days)
• Bahamas (90 days): tickets →
• Barbados (28 days)
• Bolivia (90 days)
• Brazil (90 days): tickets →
• Venezuela (90 days)
• Haiti (90 days)
• Guyana (90 days)
• Guatemala (90 days)
• Honduras (90 days)
• Grenada (90 days)
• Dominica (90 days)
• (60 days):
• Colombia (90 days)
• Costa Rica (90 days)
• (30 days):
• Nicaragua (90 days)
• Panama (90 days)
• Paraguay (90 days)
• Peru (90 days)
• El Salvador (90 days)
• Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (up to 30 days)
• Saint Kitts and Nevis (up to 90 days)
• Saint Lucia (up to 42 days)
• Suriname (60 days)
• Turks and Caicos (up to 90 days)
• Trinidad and Tobago (90 days)
• Uruguay (90 days)
• Chile (90 days)
• Ecuador (90 days)
• (30 days)

Africa

• Botswana (90 days)
• Gambia (56 days)
• Mauritius (60 days)
• (90 days):
• Namibia (90 days)
• Swaziland (30 days)
• (30 days):
• (90 days):

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Asia and Oceania

• Vanuatu (30 days)
• (15 days, for a longer period you need to issue an electronic one):
• (14 days): tickets →
• Guam (45 days)
• Northern Mariana Islands (45 days)
• (90 days):
• (30 days): tickets →
• Cook Islands (31 days)
• Laos (15 days)
• Macau (30 days)
• (30 days)
• (30 days, free):
• Micronesia (30 days)
• Mongolia (30 days)
• Niue (30 days)
• (30 days):
• (30 days):
• (60 days):
• Fiji (up to 4 months)
• (30 days): tickets →
• (60 days)

Where to go without a visa in 2019: a simplified system

If the list of visa-free countries for Russians is not enough for you, then choose a destination with simplified entry for your vacation. In some countries, a visa can be obtained on arrival, in others an electronic visa is easily done. There are no difficulties in obtaining such visas - it is quick and easy. The lists below will greatly expand the geography of your holiday.

Visa on arrival

Russians in 2019 can travel without a pre-arranged visa to 31 countries- it will be delivered upon arrival at the airport. In some places you will have to pay (for example, in Jordan), and somewhere it will be delivered for free. In any case, a visa on arrival is a very convenient thing: you do not need to go to the consulate and collect a package of documents, wait a long time and be afraid that your visa will be refused. Often, to obtain a visa on arrival, you only need to have a return ticket or a ticket to a third country, a hotel reservation and cash sufficient to live in the country for the entire duration of the trip. Requirements depend on the specific country, check the information on the official websites of the consulates.

Asia and Oceania

• Bangladesh (15 days)
• Bahrain (30 days)
• (30 days)
• Iran (30 days)
• (30 days)
• Lebanon (30 days, free visa at Beirut airport)
• Nepal (15-90 days)
• Palau (30 days)
• Pitcairn (14 days)
• Samoa (60 days, free)
• East Timor (30 days, to Dili)
• Tonga (1 month, free)
• Tuvalu (1 month, free)
• Turkmenistan (10 days, for a fee, issued at the Ashgabat airport, you need to have an invitation)

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Africa

• Burundi (30 days, you need permission from the country's Foreign Ministry)
• Guinea-Bissau (90 days)
• Djibouti (30 days)
• (30 days or 15 days for Sinai peninsula free visa)
• Zambia (30-90 days)
• Zimbabwe (30-90 days)
• (30 days)
• Comoros (14 days)
• Madagascar (30 or 90 days)
• Mozambique (30 days, at Maputo Airport)
• Nauru (14 days)
• Rwanda (30 days)
• Tanzania (90 days)
• Togo (7 days, can be extended up to 90 days)
• Uganda (90 days)
• Eritrea (30 days)
• Ethiopia (up to 90 days at Bole Airport)

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Where can I travel with an e-Visa?

There are two types of e-visas:

1. actually electronic, that is, you issue it via the Internet and you are allowed into the country without pasting a paper visa into your passport (for example, in Cyprus);
2. electronic permission to obtain a visa upon arrival, when you only receive a visa permission via the Internet, and at the airport you are pasted a visa into your passport (for example, in Vietnam, if your stay exceeds 15 days).

Both visas are convenient and save a lot of time and nerves. Usually, in order to obtain a visa permit, you need to pay a fee and send scanned copies required documents. Below is a list of countries where in 2019 you can travel without a visa in the traditional sense - that is, you can either apply for a visa permit via the Internet or get an electronic visa.

• Australia (3, 6 or 12 months, you can apply online. BUT you need to pass biometrics): tickets →
• Gabon (visa for 1, 2, 3 or 6 months)
• (60 days, visa permission needed):
• (90 days, with an extension of another 90 days)
• (90 days, free registration. Condition: entry to Cyprus only from the territory of the Russian Federation, and not from third countries. If you are flying on a connecting flight or from another country, you need to apply for a regular visa.):
• Ivory Coast (3 months)
• Mexico (30 days, extension possible. You can stay in the country for up to 180 days in one trip. Free clearance.): tickets →
• Montserrat (1 year, multiple entries)
• Myanmar (28 days in the country with a visa validity of 90 days)
• Sao Tome and Principe (30 days)
• (35 days from visa issue): Skyscanner - smart search help you find cheap tickets.

  Abkhazia

  To get to Abkhazia, you need to fly to Sochi airport (Adler). Further ground transport we get to the Abkhazian resorts. Tickets to Adler cost from 3,000 rubles, tours to Abkhazia - from 20,000 rubles.

  Vietnam, Thailand and Sri Lanka

  Inexpensive and visa-free destinations for Russians. One bad thing - you have to spend money on the flight. Tickets cost from 30 thousand rubles, sometimes you can find them for 22-25 thousand. Vouchers cost from 60 thousand for two, to Sri Lanka - from 80 thousand.

  Georgia

  A country from the list of visa-free for Russians, and it is allowed to stay in Georgia at least whole year. You can fly here inexpensively: air tickets to from Moscow and St. Petersburg usually cost about 8-12 thousand rubles. The cheapest flights from Yekaterinburg, Novosibirsk, Krasnodar, Adler and Krasnoyarsk to Tbilisi cost around 15-22 thousand.

  Israel

  Israel is another country where you can fly without a visa and very cheaply, and many people use it with pleasure! Tickets cost from 11,000 rubles, tours - from 55 thousand.

  India

  To travel to India, an electronic visa is issued: it is easy to obtain, but it costs $100. But Goa is one of the most cheap destinations to relax by the sea. Tours cost from 50 thousand, last-minute ones are cheaper. Tickets to Delhi cost from 20 thousand.

  Kenya

  If you want to go to real black Africa, go to Kenya or Tanzania! Alas, these countries are not included in the list of visa-free for Russians, and tickets are not cheap - from 32,000 rubles. But everything is relative. It is difficult to get visas for almost all other African countries, and flights there are even more expensive. Traveling to Kenya and Tanzania is easier: visas are issued according to a simplified system, there are more flights, and security is higher.

  Cyprus

  Another popular holiday destination. An electronic visa is easily done online, the prices at the resorts are European, but not prohibitively high. Tickets to Larnaca cost from 6,000 rubles, to Paphos - from 15,000 rubles. You can buy a tour to Cyprus from 50 thousand rubles.

  Morocco, Tunisia and Egypt

  Russians can fly to Morocco and Tunisia without a visa; in Egypt, a visa is issued upon arrival. Rest in all countries is inexpensive. Tickets from Moscow to Morocco cost from 10-15 thousand, to Egypt and Tunisia - the same amount.

  

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  UAE

  Inexpensive tickets to Dubai are also not uncommon, and for flights from many Russian cities. Fly to the UAE from Yekaterinburg, St. Petersburg, Moscow, Mineralnye Vody, Krasnodar, Kazan can be from 15 thousand rubles, during big sales - even cheaper. Tickets cost from 50 thousand.

  Türkiye

  Where can you go inexpensively and without a visa, if not to Turkey? It is these two criteria that have made the country so popular for Russians: visa-free entry and cheap vacation. You can fly to Istanbul for 8000 rubles, to Antalya - for 10 thousand. Tours are very cheap: even 20 thousand rubles is not the limit, there are vouchers for 15 and even 10 thousand for two. Rest "all inclusive" costs from 35 thousand rubles.

  Philippines

  A flight to the Philippines cannot be called inexpensive - tickets usually cost from 35-40 thousand rubles. However, sometimes you can fly cheaper to this visa-free country for Russians - sometimes there are tickets for 27-30 thousand.

  Montenegro

  Tickets to Tivat can be found from 10 thousand rubles, to Podgorica - from 13 thousand. Tickets cost from 40 thousand.

  South America and the Caribbean

  An unfortunate paradox and injustice - the list of visa-free countries for Russians includes almost all the states of South America and Caribbean but flying there is very expensive. Saved only by large sales (for example, Allitalia) or erroneous tariffs. Usually tickets to countries Latin America cost from 40-50 thousand rubles.

  South Korea

  One of the few developed countries from the list of visa-free for Russians. This is worth using! The cheapest way to fly to Seoul is from Vladivostok and Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk - tickets for direct S7 flights can cost as little as 14,000 rubles. Air tickets from Moscow and St. Petersburg cost from 30 thousand rubles.

  Perhaps we have considered all the countries where Russians in 2019 can go without a visa and at the same time inexpensively. All other countries either require pre-arranged visas (through the consulate and visa centers) or are not destinations where you can fly cheaply.

Sometimes you really want to get rid of everyday life and go on vacation, but obtaining a visa to a number of foreign countries takes time and money. In order not to miss a last-minute ticket and relax in comfort, it will not be superfluous to know which countries do not need a visa for Russians in 2019.

List of countries with a visa-free regime

We all know that the list European states, to visit which you need a Schengen visa is large enough. All of them have well-developed tourism, they lure travelers with their high service and services, azure sea and honey beaches. But the list of visa-free countries on the world map is also quite large, and boasting a developed tourism infrastructure many can.

Popular visa-free countries can please their guests from the Russian Federation with an excellent level of service, the same sea, beaches and unforgettable vacation experiences. And most importantly, to enter countries with a visa-free regime, a Schengen visa is not required for Russians.
Below are the countries of visa-free entry for citizens of the Russian Federation in the table, the stay on the territory of which as a traveler with a tourist purpose is possible no more than 90 days.

In addition to this, a rather large list, you can visit the nearest visa-free countries for recreation, such as Abkhazia, Belarus, Kazakhstan and North Ossetia. They are among the closest friendly neighbors, visiting the territory of which is possible even without a passport. All you need is the most common identity card - a passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation.

Visa Free Beach Countries

If you are tired of sitting in warm sweater at home and only dream of the sea, then pack your bags, put your bathing suits and go to warm beach countries completely forgetting about Schengen and the paperwork associated with it. Of course, as a tourist, visiting countries in which a visa-free regime operates is strictly limited in time.

But it's so nice to go to azure shores at the moment when you want it and when you feel more comfortable. And when applying for a visa, you need to submit biometric data, wait for an answer, spend money, time and your nerves.

As you have already seen, there are a lot of states in which you can spend holidays without a visa, the choice is huge. But how many among these states are those who can boast of sandy beaches, a warm and pleasant climate, as well as the cleanest ocean or sea coasts? Among these states can be both cheap and not very cheap.

Tours to countries without a visa does not make them inexpensive, so before visiting a particular country, check out the prices and living standards. Because many countries are very popular tourist destinations, in which the flow of travelers is sometimes even greater than in countries that are members of the EU and the Schengen area.

Egypt and Turkey are still the main and favorite places for tourists for many years, but do not forget about such countries that are no less interesting for a beach vacation, such as:

• Dominican Republic;
• Thailand;
• Brazil;
• Jamaica;
• Philippines;
• Cuba;
• Malaysia;
• Kenya;
• India;

Numerous islands such as:

• Maldives;
• Seychelles;
• Bahamas;
• Cook Islands;
• Northern Mariana Islands;
• Pitcairn;
• Comoros, etc.

Last minute tours to visa-free countries

Experienced tour operators can easily tell you which countries do not need a visa in 2019. But in our article you will find quite a few interesting things for yourself and perhaps discover new, previously unseen travel destinations.

It is better to buy tours to visa-free countries, as well as to states where a visa is required, on last-minute offers. Permanent "hot" vouchers allow travelers to save a lot. Discounts for such vouchers, as a rule, are about 20-30% of the usual.

In any case, even for an inexpensive tour, the service and living conditions will be at the best level, newest hotels, palm trees, immaculate honey beaches and warm sun will do everything to make your trip an unforgettable and heavenly experience.

Visa-free countries in Europe

Surely not many people know that not all states that are part of Europe require a visa permit to visit their territories. The visa-free countries of Europe include the following: Albania, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Macedonia, Moldova, Serbia, Montenegro.

Of course, the list of "Europeans" is not very large, but you can still visit them without hindrance. However, there is another country that can be attributed, both to the "Europeans" and to the "Asians", this is Turkey, due to its geographical position.

Visa free countries in Asia

We also bring to your attention the visa-free countries of Asia: Abkhazia, Azerbaijan, Armenia, Hong Kong, Transcaucasia, Israel, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Macao, Malaysia, Maldives, Mongolia, Tajikistan, Thailand, Uzbekistan, Philippines. Of course, not everyone has access to the sea or ocean, but you can feel the whole Asian flavor and take part in unforgettable city tours.

Visa at the border

Also, to visa-free tourist destinations, you can add those countries to which a visa is issued online and upon arrival “at the border”. These countries include the following states, the stay of tourists on whose territory is also limited to a maximum of 90 days:

The new visa-free country in which the permit to visit is issued online or "at the border" is Australia. Such countries greatly simplify the journey of Russians, since you can apply for a visa without leaving your home, but get a seal in a treasured piece of paper and pay for it already upon arrival at the airport.

Top 5 countries

You already know that you can fly on a trip to a number of countries with only a passport. And these are not only the states that are members of the CIS or Asia, but also islands that are across the ocean, such as the Dominican Republic. Or you can apply for a visa at the border as in Australia or Mexico.

In general, you can spend a first-class vacation and vacation without tedious paperwork. We just bought a ticket, packed our bags and went on a trip from a week to 3 months. And below we have brought to your attention the top 5 countries where you will remember your vacation for a long time.

Morocco

Being former colony Spain and France, the North African state - Morocco has absorbed many European highlights that can attract many travelers from all over the world every year.

Excellent european hotels, fragrant and noisy Arab bazaars, the most beautiful mosques And sandy beaches- everyone will surely like it. Definitely worth a visit famous cities Morocco such as Marrakesh, Meknes, Rabat and Fes. You will not forget this country with its mesmerizing landscapes of the Sahara desert and coastline Atlantic and Mediterranean. All your own tourist trip you can spend up to 90 days.

Thailand

In the "country of Thais" there is something to see and where to relax. Insanely beautiful and unique sights of Bangkok, Koh Chang, Pattaya such as Buddha statues, temples and historical monuments immerse you in Thai culture.

Get paradisaic delight from white sandy beaches, Thai massage, crystal clean water and lush palm vegetation will help famous resorts Phuket, Koh Samui, Krabi and others.

The climate in Thailand is very pleasant, ranging from tropical in the north to subequatorial in the south. From February to May in the central provinces there is heatwave over +35 degrees.

Tunisia

Another tourist center every year, Morocco's neighbor Tunisia has become attracting tourists to its beaches. Arabian flavor, sandy beaches, the sea and thalassotherapy - all this you can experience while visiting this wonderful and friendly country.

Apart from relaxing holiday and relaxation on the beaches of the resorts of Sousse and Tabarka, you can go on camel excursions or visit Carthage. At any time of the year, you can taste interesting exotic fruits, such as "hendy" (prickly pear), citrus fruits, melons, watermelons and of course the incomparable and most delicious dates in the world.

Dominican Republic

Caribbean sea, island of Haiti, honey beaches, excellent service, tropical climate, carnivals, unusual architecture all this is a wonderful, vibrant and unforgettable Dominican Republic. A beach holiday in Punta Cana is nothing short of a bliss that everyone should experience at least once in their life.

Serene beach relaxation or leisure on Caribbean Islands best spent from December to May. These are the "highest" seasons when the weather is favorable to the arriving travelers. You can stay in the Dominican Republic as a tourist without a visa for no more than 30 days.

Israel

Going to Israel, remember that this is not only a world-famous place for pilgrimage, but also noisy parties, beaches and modern skyscrapers. The state of the Middle East has a very ancient history, but tourists come here not only for the introduction to the faith, Israel is full of many beach resorts, which are located on the territory of the state due to the fact that it is washed by three seas.

If you went to Israel to heal your soul and body, then the resorts located on the coast of the Dead Sea will help you to realize your plan.
The holy cities of Nazareth and Jerusalem attract pilgrims and tourists with their oldest shrines. And for lovers of modern and noisy nightlife, Tel Aviv, Haifa, Herzliya and Eilat will be of interest.

A trip abroad for a vacation is always a lot of pleasant experiences and great pleasure for everyone. The only thing that can upset a Russian who is planning his vacation is getting a visa, the registration of which not only entails additional costs, but also takes a lot of time. In addition, there is not always a guarantee of obtaining a visa to a particular country.

What, then, should our fellow citizens do who are going to spend their holidays outside the country? The answer is pretty simple. Choose a country where you can enter without a visa. For example, a beach holiday in visa-free countries for Russians in 2019 is incredibly popular. Finding out which countries do not need a visa is not at all difficult, since any more or less adequate tour operator can provide such information.

Countries on the coast that do not require a visa

For a long time the most popular destinations beach holidays abroad were Türkiye and Egypt. They were quite budgetary, and, therefore, accessible to the majority of the population of the Russian Federation. Today they are countries where Russians do not need a visa in 2019. Previously, for a Russian tourist, a visa to Turkey was necessary, but this moment this procedure is not required, which has become an additional plus to choose this particular place to stay. In Egypt, a visa is issued without any problems immediately upon arrival at the airport of the destination country and its cost is $ 25.

Politics also interfered in the tourism sector, so that for some time the Russians had to be left without the gentle sun and hot beaches of Turkey and Egypt. During this time, our compatriots have managed to choose other world resorts for themselves, and the prices for trips to Antalya and Hurghada have become even more democratic and affordable. This means that the problem of where to go without a visa in August for our compatriots is practically solved.

Where else to go without a visa to the sea? There are many options here, and the price can vary quite widely. It all depends on the size of the wallet and your desire. Today, without difficulty, getting to the sea without a visa is easy and simple in the beloved by many exotic Thailand, a trip to which can turn the life of a vacationer into a real fairy tale for a short time. Fantastic hotels and beaches with coconut palms and cozy blue lagoons will impress any tourist. Vacationers from abroad are given the opportunity to stay in this paradise without a visa for a whole month.

But a trip to Thailand may not be affordable for everyone, so you can go to Tunisia or Morocco where for much less money you can enjoy the beautiful mediterranean sea and soak up the hot sun. North Africa attracts residents of Russia, both with affordable prices and with a high level of tourist service.

Hassle-free and inexpensive vacation in Morocco and Tunisia it is provided for a period of 90 days, for which there is no need to make a visa.

IN Lately tours to the Asian continent, namely to countries where a visa is not needed, are becoming more and more popular. Now it's Vietnam, Indonesia and Maldives. The price of holidays in these countries is quite high, but most the cost of vouchers is taken by the flight, because flying from the same Moscow to Hanoi is quite expensive. But the high cost of vouchers will more than pay off with the splendor of nature, the beauty local flora and fauna, the opportunity to go diving among the amazing coral reefs. To the pluses Maldives you can also include the opportunity to relax here at any time of the year, so a wonderful holiday on the beaches of the Maldives is possible in September, and in June, and in December.

What are the advantages of traveling to visa-free countries?

As already mentioned, obtaining a visa entails certain difficulties:

1. People who decide to go on vacation abroad are deprived of the opportunity to buy "last-minute vouchers", since it takes a long time to get a visa and there are no more vouchers by that time;
2. Excessive duration of visa processing, which leads to additional queues of potential tourists in the summer and during holidays;
3. The need to collect a certain package of documents, which is sometimes not possible to collect by the deadline;
4. The high price for opening a visa in a number of countries, which may be too expensive for a whole group of Russian tourists.

What European countries are available for holidays without a visa for Russians in 2019

Where to rest without a visa for an ordinary Russian? For those who have decided not to bother with issuing visas and relax in Europe, where the Schengen agreement is in force, the situation does not look so rosy, but there are options here too. Here is a list of European countries where you can enter without a visa:

In the rest of Europe, a tourist from Russia has yet to apply for a Schengen visa on his own, go to the official Visa Center or send an email request.

Where to fly without a visa and without a passport

If suddenly you only have a Russian passport, then without visas you can go or fly only to Belarus, Kazakhstan or Abkhazia. The choice is small, but even in this case there is no need to despair, since the same Abkhazia can offer very inexpensive and quality rest. Believe me, a seaside vacation in September without a visa for warm and sunny resorts this hospitable little country will cost only 35 - 40 thousand rubles, and in the season (July - August) - no more than 50 thousand.

So the question of where to go on vacation without a visa in September for a budget tourist is not so acute: you simply cannot find a better family vacation for such little money. Yes, getting here is pretty easy. It is enough to take a ticket to Adler, and there it is within easy reach to the Abkhazian border (only some 10 km). There are very good conditions for recreation, and it doesn’t matter where you stay: in Gagra, Pitsunda, the capital of the country, Sukhumi, or New Athos. Each of the tourists expects not only a warm sea and a mild southern climate, but also an extensive The cultural program which includes tours of unique caves New Athos, trips to places with many historical sights and architectural monuments, with which any city is rich here.

Each family will be able to appreciate all the delights of the Abkhazian resorts and no one will want to leave here, despite the possible end of the holiday. It must be understood that a vacation in Abkhazia will seem free in comparison with a trip to South America or Southeast Asia.

Holidays abroad without a visa and some rules for visa-free entry

When entering most countries, any Russian citizen must have a foreign passport with him, in which, upon arrival at the destination airport, a visa is placed, valid for the periods stipulated by the legislation of the state in which the tourist arrives. Therefore, you need to follow a few simple rules, which will not allow you to make stupid and unpleasant mistakes. Their list is small, but very important:

1. Check the validity of your own passport. All visa-free states for Russian citizens determine mandatory requirements to a foreign passport. Some of them require just a valid document to enter the country, others require a passport that is valid for another 3 or 6 months. This moment must be clarified even before the trip, after using the website of the embassy of the country where you are going to enter or get the necessary information from additional sources. This will avoid unpleasant situations at the airport upon arrival and issue a visa in a few minutes.
2. Find out exactly what documents the host country requires from Russians. So, at the airport, a visitor in some countries may be required to return tickets, hotel booking, a certain number of blank pages in the passport, an invitation from citizens of the country of entry or confirmation of financial means;

   You need to understand that these are just standard security measures, so first prepare evidence that you have the ability to fully provide yourself in tourist trip and do not expect to stay in this country longer than expected, and will have to leave the country on time.

3. Do not stay in the country longer than the period established by law. Usually countries that do not need a visa limit the period during which Russian citizens can stay on their territory without a visa.

   In most states, such temporary periods of stay for Russians are limited to one or two months. In Laos and Vietnam, permission to be in the country is limited to 15 days from the date of arrival, so exceeding the deadline even by one day can turn into serious troubles for the tourist, which cannot be resolved quickly. Try to leave or fly away on time and then problems can be avoided.

Where can you go without a visa from Russia

Holidays on the beaches of Italy, Greece and other European countries are sometimes seen as the most attractive, some countries without Schengen for Russians in 2019 offer to take advantage of interesting offers to visit a certain state. Most of the options for a beach holiday are located on other continents, as a result of which Schengen is not needed in this case. There is no way to call such a budget vacation, but the impressions from the trip will remain for the rest of your life. Here the choice of offers is incredibly wide:

• Seychelles, located in the west of the Indian Ocean and called, thanks to the white and pink beaches, clear water And amazing nature, "a little heaven on earth". A trip to the Seychelles will leave an indelible mark on your life;
• Costa Rica considered one of the most attractive places in the globe at the expense colorful beaches with azure water on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean and caribbean and ideal climate;
• Cuba With luxurious beaches and fantastic diving opportunities that everyone should visit;
• Malaysia, representing tropical paradise with cozy islands with dazzling white sand and picturesque bays;
• Mexico, washed by two oceans at once: the Atlantic and the Pacific, with a favorable climate for recreation, stunning resorts and unforgettable national cuisine;
• Kenya, a rare representative of the African continent, washed by the warm waves of the Indian Ocean and rare in beauty national parks, where are contained in natural environment a huge number of animals;
• Bahamas offering real exotic vacation V Atlantic Ocean among the rarest beauty of coral reefs, snow-white beaches, azure waves ocean and the beauty of pristine nature.

And this is just a small list of the most popular places where you can go without a visa from Russia in 2019 to relax by the sea. The list of visa-free countries is constantly changing, so there is always the possibility that states on the world map will be included in it, visiting which today requires a Schengen visa. It is possible that soon it will be easy to go abroad without a Schengen visa to a number of other countries, despite Trump's possible migration decrees and the sanctions lists of various European countries.

Video: how to travel without visas

To get a visa, it is not enough just to meet the strict requirements. Applicants must prepare a weighty package of certificates and certificates, as well as pay solid consular fees. These difficulties make border crossing inaccessible for many residents of the Russian Federation. Most countries in Europe, America and Asia require a visa when entering their territory. But many states are more friendly towards Russians.

In this article, we will talk about the ten most attractive places where in 2017 you can go without a visa. Until recently, Egypt and Türkiye were popular tourist destinations. However, direct flights to these countries are now prohibited. Meanwhile, the holiday season is approaching, and Russian tourists are already looking for an alternative to the beaches of Antalya and Sharm el-Sheikh.

1st place: Morocco

Main resorts: Agadir, Marrakech, Essaouira, Casablanca, Fet.
Flight time from Moscow: 6 hours.

Morocco is a country where Arabic flavor is intertwined with European comfort. The kingdom favorably differs from other North African resorts by its political stability, mild climate and unobtrusiveness. local residents. Morocco has long been a colony of Spain and France. This significantly affected the culture of the country and the mentality of its inhabitants, bringing them closer to the standards of the European part of the world.

For a vacation on comfortable beaches and first-class surf waves, head to Agadir with confidence. Achievements of Moroccan architecture can be seen in the old quarters of Casablanca. The spirit of the noisy Arab city you can feel in ancient Marrakech. And not far from it are located - what is there in this country!

Wherever you go, the exotic culture of North Africa is palpable at every turn. Be sure to take a steam bath in a traditional local bath (hamam) and taste Moroccan mint tea. You can stay in Morocco without a visa for a maximum of 90 days. To cross the border, you need to have return tickets with you and fill out a migration card upon arrival.

2nd place: Thailand

Main resorts: Pattaya, Phuket and Koh Samui, Bangkok, Krabi.
Flight time from Moscow: 16 hours.

Have you been dreaming for a long time of lying on a tropical beach, breaking away at a noisy disco or finding a path to enlightenment in a Buddhist temple? For all this, travelers go to Thailand. In addition to national business cards like Thai massage or the notorious sex tourism, this Asian country attracts guests magnificent landscapes and millennial architecture.

The leading resorts of Thailand are the tropical corner of Phuket, designed for family vacations Samui and the fabulous Krabi, where beach relaxation is combined with trips to the mountains and caves. However, the specialization of each region is very conditional. At any self-respecting Thai resort you will be offered a lot of various services and entertainment.

Bangkok, the capital of the country, is a bustling metropolis where entertainment never stops. IN different areas countries bathing season lasts for different time. So ask in advance about the weather forecast at the chosen resort and make the necessary vaccinations. For tourism purposes, you can stay in Thailand for up to 30 days.

3rd place: Tunisia

Main resorts: Hammamet, Sousse, Monastir, Mahdia, Carthage, Sidi Bou Said.
Flight time from Moscow: 4 hours.

Tunisia is another North African tourist magnet. Like neighboring states, it attracts mainly lovers of a relaxing beach holiday. The chip of local resorts is thalassotherapy. This direction of alternative medicine uses the properties of the sea climate, water and algae as a medicine.

Thalassotherapy in Tunisia treats stress, circulatory diseases, rheumatism and dozens of other diseases. But for most clients, these treatments are a pleasant way to unwind. In addition, Tunisia has a solid historical heritage. Everyone can visit the ruins of Carthage - the oldest city in North Africa, which was founded before Rome.

Sidi Bou Said - another one tourist gem countries. In this seaside town, all the buildings are painted in two colors, snow-white and azure-blue, which turns every street into an amazing picture. And those who are not afraid of the heat and long journeys can book a tour of the Sahara. Russians can stay in Tunisia without a visa for no more than 14 days.

4th place: Israel

Main resorts: Tel Aviv, Nazareth, Herzliya, Caesarea, Eilat.
Flight time from Moscow: 4 hours.

The homeland of the Jewish people with equal force attracts pilgrims, connoisseurs of beach holidays and admirers wellness procedures. The tiny territory of the state is washed by several seas at once. You can swim in the salty Dead Sea only an hour a day - with a recreational purpose. It is not surprising that the cities adjacent to the reservoir are famous for their spa centers.

The coast of the Red Sea attracts lovers of water sports, and on mediterranean resorts go for parties and relaxation on the golden sand. Of course, guests of Israel can see with their own eyes the Christian shrines: Nazareth, Jerusalem, the Jordan River. Russian tourists have 90 days to combine all the "pleasures" in one trip.

5th place: Dominican Republic

Main resorts: Boca Chica, Punta Cana, Puerto Plata, Santo Domingo, Juan Dolio.
Flight time from Moscow: 13 hours.

If you dream of swimming in azure waters and relaxing in the shade of sprawling palm trees, feel free to go to the Dominican Republic. This piece of paradise pleases natural beauties, colorful carnivals and good service. Recreation bonuses at the resorts of the Republic include acquaintance with the inhabitants of coral reefs, fishing and windsurfing.

The main historical attraction of the country is the city of Santo Domingo. The capital of the state was built back in the 15th century and is a bright mixture of various architectural styles. The period of visa-free stay of residents of the Russian Federation in the Dominican Republic is 30 days.

6th place: Brazil

Main resorts: Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo, Recife, Salvador, Brasilia.
Flight time from Moscow: 18 hours

Enchanting carnivals are not the only thing that attracts tourists to this country. Brazil is ideal for a quality seaside holiday. The status of the main beach of the country is kept by Copacabana - a four-kilometer strip of sand along the ocean coast. The best hotels, bars and clubs of the state are concentrated here. Less "biting" prices for a beach holiday are offered in regions such as Sao Paulo, Recife and El Salvador.

The largest city in the countries, Rio de Janeiro, attracts tourists with magnificent views and the opportunity to consider modern marvel light - a statue of Christ the Savior. Want to conquer the Amazon jungle? Go to national park Iguazu: the tropical scenery here is breathtaking! You can travel around Brazil without a visa for up to 90 days.

7th place: Montenegro

Main resorts: Bar, Budva, Kotor, Podgorica, Petrovac.
Flight time from Moscow: 4 hours.

Montenegro - corner Adriatic coast with an unusual name for us and primordially Slavic color. Democratic prices remain a clear advantage of Montenegro. Guests of the country combine holidays on a sparsely populated beach with bright excursion program. You can stay in Montenegro without a visa for 30 days.

On the territory of the country are medieval cities Budva and Kotor, picturesque Skadar lake park, majestic river canyons, first of all - Tara. This makes the resorts of Montenegro an excellent option for a leisurely and budget vacation with the family.

8th place: Malaysia

Main resorts: Kuala Lumpur, Langkawi, Penang, Sipadan.
Flight time from Moscow: 10 hours.

Unlike India or Thailand, this country remains a real oriental mystery for Russians. And there is a reason for that. The popularity of Malay resorts did not prevent their residents from keeping the traditions of their ancestors unchanged, and the standards of tourist service - very high. Malaysia abounds beautiful beaches, amazing nature and ancient Buddhist temples. You can stay here for no more than 30 days without a visa.

9th place: Cuba

Main resorts: Havana, Varadero, Holguin, Santa Maria del Mar.
Flight time from Moscow: 12 hours.

Incredible seascapes, the beauty of the Caribbean depths, well-groomed beaches and luxury hotels ... All this and much more can be seen on Liberty Island. But do not forget that Cuba is a socialist republic, where Fidel Castro and Che Guevara are still honored. It is allowed to rest in the state without a visa for one month. But even a week in this country will plunge you into special atmosphere the lives of friendly and groovy islanders.

10th place: Peru

Main resorts: Lima, Machu Picchu, Cusco, Chiclayo, Iquitos.
Flight time from Moscow: 16 hours.

Mysterious Peru - the cradle prehistoric civilizations and unimaginable flora and fauna. Among the historical riches of the region, it is worth highlighting the high-altitude temples of Machu Picchu, the bastions of Cuzco and mystical drawings on the surface of the Nazca desert. Acquaintance with the nature of Peru includes a visit to Lake Titicaca and numerous national parks. For everything about everything, the Russians are given 90 days.

Full list of visa-free countries for Russian citizens

• Abkhazia (90 days, entry on a civil passport)
• Azerbaijan (90 days)
• Albania (90 days; a visa is required at the moment, but the issue of its cancellation for the summer of 2017 is already under consideration)
• Antigua and Barbuda (30 days)
• Argentina (90 days)
• Armenia
• Aruba (14 days)
• Bahamas (90 days)
• Barbados (28 days)
• Belarus (entry on a civil passport)
• Bosnia and Herzegovina (30 days)
• Botswana (90 days)
• Brazil (90 days)
• Venezuela (90 days)
• Vanuatu (30 days)
• Vietnam (15 days, for a longer period a temporary visa is issued via the Internet)
• Guyana (90 days)
• Guatemala (90 days)
• Honduras (90 days)
• Hong Kong (14 days)
• Grenada (90 days)
• Georgia
• Guam (up to 45 days)
• Dominica (21 days)
• Dominican Republic (30 days, required tourist map, purchased at the airport for $10)
• Israel (90 days)
• Indonesia (30 days)
• Kazakhstan (entry with a common passport)
• Kyrgyzstan (entry with a common passport)
• Colombia (90 days)
• Costa Rica (30 days)
• Cuba (30 days)
• Laos (15 days)
• Mauritius (60 days)
• Macau (30 days)
• Macedonia (90 days; voucher required from 15.03.2016)
• Malaysia (30 days)
• Maldives (30 days)
• Morocco (90 days)
• Micronesia (30 days)
• Moldova
• Namibia (90 days)
• Nauru (a fee of $25 applies when leaving the country)
• Nicaragua (90 days)
• Niue (30 days)
• Cook Islands (31 days)
• Panama (90 days)
• Paraguay (90 days)
• Peru (90 days)
• El Salvador (90 days)
• Samoa (30 days)
• Swaziland (1 month)
• Northern Mariana Islands (45 days)
• Northern Cyprus
• Seychelles (30 days)
• Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (up to 1 month)
• St. Kitts and Nevis (up to 3 months, travel voucher required)
• Saint Lucia (up to 2 months)
• Serbia (30 days)
• Tajikistan (entry with a civil passport)
• Thailand (30 days)
• Trinidad and Tobago (90 days)
• Tunisia (14 days)
• Uzbekistan
• Ukraine (90 days in a 180-day period, according to a civil passport)
• Uruguay (90 days in a 180 day period)
• Fiji (4 months)
• Philippines (30 days)
• Montenegro (1 month)
• Chile (90 days)
• Ecuador (90 days)
• South Korea (60 days)
• Jamaica (30 days)

Countries that issue a visa at the border

• Bangladesh (15 days)
• Bahrain (14 days, hotel reservation required, extension up to 1 month possible)
• Belize (up to 30 days)
• East Timor (30 days, extension possible at an additional cost)
• Gabon (up to 3 months)
• Ghana (up to 90 days, subject to certain conditions and yellow fever vaccinations)
• Djibouti (1 month)
• Egypt (30 days, free "Sinai stamp" - 15 days), direct flights are currently suspended
• Zambia (90 days)
• Zimbabwe (90 days)
• Jordan (30 days)
• Iraq (14 days, visa approval from the MFA of Kurdistan is required)
• Iran (30 days)
• Cape Verde (30 days)
• Cambodia (1 month)
• Comoros (2 weeks)
• Kuwait (1 month under certain conditions)
• Lebanon (1 month)
• Madagascar (90 days)
• Myanmar (with eVisa, up to 28 days)
• Nepal (from 15 to 90 days)
• Palau (30 days)
• Pitcairn (up to 14 days; under certain conditions)
• Sao Tome and Principe (with a visa permit and certain conditions are met)
• Saint Helena (90 days)
• Senegal (with online pre-registration)
• Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (up to 30 days)
• Syria (up to 15 days; under certain conditions for women)
• Tanzania (90 days)
• Togo (7 days)
• Tonga (31 days)
• Tuvalu (1 month)
• Turkmenistan (under certain conditions; 10 days)
• Uganda (requires permission obtained via the Internet)
• Central African Republic (7 days)
• Eritrea (1 month with visa permission of the host country)
• Ethiopia (30 days, Addis Ababa airport only)

Countries with simplified visa processing

• Bahrain (it is possible to apply for a visa online)
• India (requires visa approval obtained online)
• Guinea-Bissau
• Guyana (90 days within half a year)
• Kenya (requires visa approval obtained online)
• Cyprus (it is possible to apply for a visa online)
• Kuwait
• Mexico (it is possible to apply for a visa online)
• Montserrat (visa is issued online)
• Myanmar (visa is issued online)
• Rwanda (Visa Permit Obtained Online Required)
• Niger
• Singapore (visa is issued online)
• Sri Lanka (visa is issued online)