Which country can enter Russia without visa?

Group 1. Countries: Azerbaijan, Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Ukraine. Citizens of the countries of the CIS (the Commonwealth of Independent States) are permitted to stay in the Russian Federation for up to 90 days without a visa.

Can you freely visit Russia?

Passengers visiting Russia on cruise ships or via ferry services are allowed to stay in the country for up to 72 hours without a visa. This option limits both your time and independence in Russia.

Which countries require a visa to enter Russia?

Visa policy for citizens of foreign countries

Citizenship Do foreign citizens need a visa to enter Russia? Comments
Algeria Visa required up to 90 days without visas for diplomatic and official passports
Virgin Islands (US) Visa required
American Samoa Visa required
Anguilla Visa required

Is St Petersburg visa-free?

You can visit St Petersburg visa-free if you arrive in the city by ferry or by a cruise ship. This gives you 72 hours to stay in town. The 72-hour period begins from the moment of crossing border control.

Is crime high in Russia?

International comparison. Homicide/murder rate in Russia has fallen dramatically in the last two decades. The homicide rate in Russia more than tripled between 1988 and 1994 and was among the highest in the world. However, by 2017, the murder rate in Russia was only slightly higher than in the US (6 versus 5.6).

How much is a Russian visa?

$160.00
The Russian tourist visa costs $160.00 which does not include the administrative fees or letter of invitation letter fee. Please Note: There may be cheaper Russia Tourist visas available depending on your nationality. Enter your nationality into the visa checker to see all available visa types.

Can you go from Helsinki to St Petersburg without a visa?

If you plan to visit St. Petersburg from Helsinki by train or bus, you do need to get a Russian visa before departure.