Traveling without unnecessary paperwork is much more fun to prepare for. I am glad that a very large number of countries are opening their borders to tourists in 2019, without forcing them to apply for a visa. Let's go over the countries that will not require a visa or will be given one directly at customs.
Visa-free countries for beach holidays for Russians
The trend of simplifying the visa regime for tourists is observed everywhere. It’s not only eastern countries that allow tourists in without visas. You can travel all over the world.
European countries with visa-free regime
Simplified entry is available only to a number of countries on the Balkan Peninsula, Montenegro and the island. Cyprus.
Montenegro
Tourists can travel around the area up to 90 days. The only requirement is mandatory registration with the police immediately after arrival. When choosing a hotel, find out that some themselves send information to the department. Local residents are happy to rent out housing to Russians for 10-15 days.
The best time for vacation is from May to October.
Tourists love Montenegro for its mild climate. There are interesting excursions to many attractions here. Beach tourism in this country is not popular, since there are no sandy coasts, there are pebble, sand-pebble and concrete beaches.
The cost of the flight depends on the season, the price varies within 5 - 10 thousand rubles.
Cyprus
This small island state requires a visa; to obtain it you need to spend 30 minutes in the online service. You don’t have to pay anything, you fill out and download the form and send it by email. Within a few minutes you will receive a permit that you can print. Present this document when entering the island, you will be stamped for 90 days. This procedure works for everyone, which is why Cyprus is considered visa-free.
Fans of beach tourism vacation in Cyprus from May to September. The best beaches of the island: Protaras, Ayia Napa, Limassol, Larnaca, Paphos.
There are tours that combine excursion programs around the center of Cyprus with visits to the beaches.
Air travel costs from 7-8 thousand rubles. with transfers, direct ones will cost over 17,000 rubles per passenger.
Other European countries
Visa-free travel is granted for 30 days Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
The three-month period is allocated to:
- Macedonia;
- Ukraine;
- Moldova.
For guests of Belarus, the period of visa-free stay is unlimited.
Asia
It is Asia that holds the record for the number of inexpensive visa-free countries for a beach holiday:
- Sri Lanka;
Thailand
In Thailand, the beach season is open all year round. Visa-free period - 1 month.
In the spring, air tickets cost over 20,000 rubles, in the winter and summer seasons the price starts from 25,000 rubles.
Accommodation in hotels on the first line is offered from $40.
Vietnam
You are allowed to stay in this country as a tourist for up to 15 days; a free stamp is placed in your passport. Beach holidays are good in the south: Mui Na, Nha Trang, Phan Thiet, and in winter - Phu Quoc. The northern part of Vietnam is suitable for lovers of sightseeing tours.
You can buy air tickets to the capital from 21 thousand rubles, to resort cities the cost increases by 3 - 15 thousand.
Tour operators organize trips to Nha Trang, Phu Coc and Mui Ne. It is difficult to find tours to other cities.
Indonesia
Tourists have taken a fancy to Fr. Bali, but in fact this is where the prices are the most expensive. Moreover, this resort is not the best for beach lovers. Surfers, yogis, and excursion enthusiasts hang out here.
30 days allowed to stay in the country without a visa.
The average price for decent hotels starts from $15, although you can find cheaper ones.
Maldives
Free permission for 30 days issued at the airport. Excellent sandy beaches, warm sea and hot sun - this is what tourists come here for. If you plan to combine a beach holiday with sightseeing, it is better to choose another resort. Here are some of the most expensive prices for literally everything, and there are a minimum of interesting places.
The best beaches on the atolls of Raa, Felidhu, Ari.
The cost of a night at the hotel is 30 - 40 dollars.
Sri Lanka
You won't be able to get a visa for free; you'll have to pay at the airport 20 dollars per month.
Exoticism attracts vacationers to this island. Yes, there are many attractions here, and the beaches delight with their cleanliness and sand. Sri Lanka has favorable weather all year round, the main thing to know is that from May to September it will be comfortable on the east coast, the south and west will enjoy the warmth in the winter months from December to the end of March.
A night in a hotel costs 4 - 10 dollars, depending on the star rating of the company.
Philippines
Monthly stay - no visa.
The most expensive and most popular resort is Boracay. The most budget holiday on the islands:
- Camiguin;
- Samal.
Room prices vary; in Cebu, the most affordable hotel accommodates guests for as little as $10.
Malaysia
Visa-free registration for year-round beach holidays. At the border they will issue a free stamp for 30 days. Popular destinations:
- Cameron;
- Kuala Lumpur;
- Georgetown;
- Penang;
- Langkawi.
Accommodation in hotels costs $10 - $20.
Hong Kong and Macau
The visa-free period is 14 - 30 days. A week's holiday is enough to explore the most famous sights of the cities.
If you are looking for educational tours for the May holidays, choose short-term trips to visit excursions.
By advance reservation, accommodation costs $30. The average cost of a night at a hotel is $50 - $80.
Türkiye
Affordable beach holidays from early May to October can be enjoyed in Turkey. Every 6 months you can come without a visa for 90 days.
Prices for flights to the capital in the winter months start from 5,000 rubles, and in the high season tickets cost more than 10,000 rubles. Non-stop flights to other cities are more expensive.
Georgia
For Russians, year-round visa-free entry into the state, where beach holidays are combined with trips on educational excursions.
The cost of the holiday is affordable for the average wallet. Popular summer destinations:
- Tbilisi;
- Kobuleti;
- Adjara.
Winter holidays are usually spent at the ski resorts of Bakuriani or Gudauri.
Airfare varies from 5 to 15 thousand rubles. 3 star hotels cost about $8 per night.
Armenia
For a tourist trip of up to 1 month, a foreign passport is not required. Guests are limited to a maximum of 6 months per year.
Tourist centers for summer holidays:
- Yerevan;
- Arzni;
- Jemruk;
- Gyumri and others.
Ski areas are open during the winter holidays.
A flight to Yerevan will cost 8 - 10 thousand rubles. Room prices start at $8.
Azerbaijan
It is permissible to stay in this state as a tourist for up to three months. Arriving in Baku, visit the migration service to register.
The country will delight travelers with a mixed holiday:
- sunny beaches of the Caspian Sea;
- medical sanatoriums and resorts;
- mountain snow slopes for snowboarders and skiers.
The average cost of a flight is 10 -12 thousand rubles. Rent of a double room costs $10.
Abkhazia
You are allowed to travel with a Russian passport. You can vacation in Abkhazia for up to 90 days without a visa.
Swimming begins in early June; the beach season ends in mid-October. Travelers love to come to Sukhum, Pitsunda or Gagra.
The cost of a holiday here is quite affordable, and flight prices do not exceed 6,000 rubles.
Israel
Tourists do not need a visa; they are allowed to travel for up to 3 months. Summer stays in Israel are made more difficult by extremely high temperatures. Beach season is in the spring months of March to June, in the fall from September to November.
Resorts are scattered on the coasts of the Red, Mediterranean and Dead Seas.
A direct flight costs from 16 thousand rubles, with transfers - about 10 thousand. Hotels are quite expensive, the average price is $70.
UAE
Since 2019, you can vacation in the Emirates without a visa for up to 90 days. Cold sea only in winter, from March to November there are no restrictions on the beach season. In summer it can be very hot, this scares off most foreigners, but not Russian travelers. The summer months are the cheapest.
Popular clean beaches Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah and Fujairah.
A flight to the capital from Moscow costs 15 - 20 thousand rubles. A night at the hotel starts from $28.
India
For Russians there is an online visa application service, the cost of registration is $75. This is an excellent resort for a beach holiday. Tourists come to relax, sunbathe, practice yoga and spiritual practices. The beach season opens with the onset of the first frosts in Russia and lasts until spring (November - April).
Vacation prices are quite low, guest houses accommodate tourists for 7-8, hotels for 13-20 dollars. The flight is estimated at 30 - 35,000 rubles.
China
Beach tourism is developed on the island. Hainan. Russian tourists are granted visa-free entry for a period of up to 3 weeks. It is better to come in the spring and autumn months. The usual summer here falls during the rainy season, and the winter months are unsuitable for beach time (average temperature 18-20C).
The cheapest flights start from 29,000 rubles; in the high season the cost exceeds 40,000. Budget hotels accommodate guests for 10-15 dollars, three-star hotels for 18-20.
Other Asian visa waivers
To Uzbekistan Free entry for Russians. In Singapore Visa-free entry is possible for the shortest period of time - 96 hours. In Tajikistan- 3 days, in Laos, Bahrain- two weeks.
Visa-free regime for 30 days:
- Cambodia;
- Mongolia;
- Iran;
- Lebanon;
- Jordan.
For 60 days- South Korea.
For 90 days:
- Kazakhstan;
- Kyrgyzstan;
- Bangladesh.
List of American countries with visa-free entry
Visa-free entry is available on both continents. Tourism in South American countries is not developed. The most “tourist” states:
- Mexico (up to 180 days);
- Jamaica (90 days + provide return tickets);
- Cuba (30 days);
- Dominican Republic (registration for $10 at the airport for a month).
Tourists are allowed into St. Kitts and Nevis without any time restrictions.
Visa-free tourism for 21 - 30 days in:
- Dominica (3 weeks);
- Antigua and Barbuda;
- Belize;
- Barbados.
Saint Lucia - 6 weeks.
90 days, 3 months:
- Uruguay;
- Ecuador;
- Salvador;
- Chile;
- Nicaragua;
- Paraguay;
- Colombia;
- Grenada;
- Venezuela;
- Honduras;
- Brazil;
- Guatemala;
- Guyana;
- Argentina.
- Bolivia;
Over six months:
- Peru;
- Panama.
Vacations and hotel accommodations are relatively inexpensive, and flights across the ocean are much more expensive than for travel to Asian countries. A number of countries provide the opportunity to obtain a visa at the airport.
Africa
Exotic savannas and “wild tourism” are not typical of every African state. The main tourist spots are located in:
- Tunisia (3 months);
- Mauritius (60 days);
- Morocco (3 months);
- Egypt (1 month for tour groups, 15 dollars for independent tourists), Sinai Peninsula (15 days);
- South Africa (90 days);
- Seychelles (30 days).
IN Madagascar, Cape Verde, Ethiopia Visas are issued at airports. Cost 15 - 30 euros for 30 days. In Tanzania- 90 days, costs $50.
This is a shortened list of visa-free countries, because some countries are dangerous for tourists.
Oceania
You can visit without a visa New Zealand, Australia, Fiji(90 days), Marshall Islands(90 days), Guam(up to 45 days).
The destinations for sunbathing on sunny beaches and sightseeing are almost endless. When choosing where to go on vacation, read reviews on websites. From the comments it becomes clear where there are good conditions and where you can save money. It is also a good idea to learn about the customs and prohibitions of different cultures. This way you will protect yourself from problems and surprises, and save only pleasant impressions from the trip.
In some countries, in order to obtain visa-free entry, you must present return tickets.
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- When to fly: any winter month.
- Ticket price from Moscow for one in both directions: from 35,000, on New Year - from 80,000 rubles.
- from 1199 RUR/night for two.
- You can vacation without a visa: up to 30 days.
Ao Nang Beach, Krabi Province
Thailand is the first thing that comes to mind when you think about where to holiday abroad in the winter. Winter is the height of the season: no rain, the sun is shining, +30 in the air, and +28–29 in the water. Mango and papaya are singing. Nightclubs on Bangla Road are in full swing. Along with good weather, tourists fly to Thailand - prices for flights and accommodation become more expensive.
New Year in Thailand is a holiday exclusively for tourists. With fireworks, a Christmas tree and festivities. Locals celebrate Chinese and Thai New Year on a larger scale.
Phuket is an excellent choice if you want to scuba dive, lie in comfort on the beach, and have a blast at crazy parties in the evening. There are excellent conditions for diving and snorkeling, full of beach cafes, massage parlors and hangouts for every taste. Family tourists with children will also have something to do: the island has aquarium (about 3-5 $), amusement park FantaSea with theatrical elephant show (about $55), water park Splash Jungle ($18-30). Stay in Nai Harn or Karon - these are the most calm and cozy areas.
What to do in winter in Phuket
- Swim, sunbathe or snorkel on the tranquil coastlineNai Harn or (entrance to the beaches is free) and feel like a hero from the movie “The Beach”.
- Look at the temple and take the obligatory photo from the observation deck Big Buddha View Point (all locations are free).
- Take a walk in the evening along the party street Bangla Road and go to a ladyboy show Simon Cabaret (~ 18-30 $ / 1220-2035 rub.).
- Rent a motorbike (~ $6-10 / 405-675 rubles) and drive around the entire island, counting Buddha statues along the way.
- Order a real Thai massage session in a street salon (from $9 / 610 rubles per hour).
- Watch the sunset in the south of the island at the most beautiful observation deck Promthep Cape (Prom Thep Cape).
- Become a fruitarian for a week and try all possible exotics - jackfruit, mango, rambutan and durian - for the price of a kilogram of potatoes in Russia.
Vietnam, Nha Trang
- When to fly: February.
- Ticket price from Moscow in both directions for one: from 56,000 rubles.
- from 1299 RUR/night for two.
- You can vacation without a visa: 15 days.
Ha Long Bay
A hospitable country with tropical nature, delicious food, cheap diving and surfing. Compared to Thailand, the climate here is cooler, the beaches are less crowded, and the resorts are quieter. Vietnam is good for independent travel as a couple, family or group. Therefore, choose a hotel that is cheaper, but with a convenient location - you won’t want to sit by the pool.
On New Year's Day, all festive events are held for tourists in hotels. Maximum - banquet and countdown to midnight. Fireworks are rare in the country.
Nha Trang is the most developed, interesting and fairly budget resort in Vietnam. Winter is the low season and good beach weather starts towards February. In December-January it is still cool and windy, but tickets are the cheapest. Don’t be afraid of bad weather: even in the off-season you can sunbathe (+25-28 in the air), in February you can swim (in the water it’s already +24-26), and on cloudy days you can go on excursions. It rains at least three to four times a month, but more often at night.
What to do in winter in Nha Trang
- Spend the whole day lying on the white sand of Paradise Beach.
- Go on an excursion to Dalat, see Cao Dai Temple and Linh Phuoc (entrance to the temples is free), Ba Ho Waterfall and Yang Bay Park.
- Visit rice and coffee plantations, see how Luwak and Kuli coffee are made.
- Try Vietnamese cuisine: Pho soup (~ 1-3 $ / 70-204 rub.), marinated pork Bun Cha (~ 1.5-2 $ / 100-140 rub.), street spring rolls and egg coffee with condensed milk ( ~ 0.5-2 $ / 34-140 rub.);
- Travel with children to Winpearl Island (~ 28-38 $ / 1900-2580 rubles) and have a blast yourself, riding slides, electric sleds and carousels in the water park. You can get to the park by cable car (~ $0.3 / 20 rubles) or by ferry.
Brazil, Rio de Janeiro
- When to fly: December-early January.
- Ticket price from Moscow in both directions for one: for the New Year - from 120,000 rubles. In January, February - from 70,000 rubles.
- from 1099 RUR/night for two.
View of Rio de Janeiro
The famous Copacabana beach, carnival, legendary football - all this is Brazil. Winter is the ideal time to travel to Rio. You can sunbathe, swim, look at the famous statue of Christ and Sugarloaf Mountain. The air temperature throughout almost the entire country is +28–29, the same in the water.
New Year's Eve in Rio is big: all residents dress in white, come to the Copacabana coast, throw flowers into the ocean and watch fireworks. You will celebrate the holiday without chimes and Olivier, but right on the beach and to the sound of the waves.
Holidays in Rio de Janeiro in winter are a dream come true: ocean, tropical nature, authentic culture and countless attractions. The only negative is the peak season, hence the high cost of the flight. You can fly here alone, as a couple, or in a group. But it’s not worth it with small children: the flight lasts from 17 hours, plus acclimatization and jet lag - it will be difficult for the little ones.
Ipanema Beach
What to do in winter in Rio
- Dance on New Year's Eve to the rhythms of salsa on Copacabana beach.
- Take a mini-train ride to see with your own eyes the famous statue of Christ on Mount Corcovado (from $48 / RUR 3,255 round trip from the station on Rua Cosme Velho).
- Walk through the largest "inner city" rainforest in the world - Tijuca forest (the entrance is free).
- Jump in the ocean waves at Ipanema Beach (free entry).
- Take a tour (from $10) or at least look at the famousMaracanã Stadium , where the World Championships were held twice (1950 and 2014) and the 2016 Olympics opened.
- See the world's largest floating Christmas tree, 85 meters high, in Laguna Rodrigo de Freitas.
- Choose what tastes better: Brazilian coffee from the oldest confectionery Confeitaria Colombo or a glass of Brahma from the brewery"Lapa".
Azerbaijan, Baku
- When to fly: New Year's Eve.
- Ticket price in both directions for one: from 17,000 rubles.
- from 949 rub./night for two.
- You can vacation without a visa: up to 90 days.
Flame towers in Baku
If you don’t want to spend a lot on a flight, but want to get away from the desk and TV, go to Baku. There is a lot to see in the city: ancient fortresses and palaces, the Flame Towers skyscraper, the Caspian Sea and the snow-capped Caucasus. There are rarely frosts in the capital of Azerbaijan; the temperature on the coast is around +10, but it can be rainy.
In Azerbaijan, as in Russia, the New Year is celebrated on a grand scale. Restaurants offer a special New Year's program with a Caucasian flavor, and reservations must be made early.
The capital of Azerbaijan is an excellent choice for a family holiday. On holidays it is interesting to walk around the center of Baku. The city is decorated with colorful garlands and installations, the main Christmas tree is being erected in the National Seaside Park, and there will also be fireworks at night.
When walking around the city, dress warmly and often go to a cafe to warm up. There are many authentic tea houses serving nut jam, restaurants with national dishes - kutabs, dolma with lamb and cognac (only if you are very cold).
Heydar Aliyev Center, Baku
What to do in Baku in winter
- Walk through the fabulous town of “Little Venice” in the seaside park and ride a gondola there (free admission, gondola ~ 3.5-5 AZN / 140-200 rubles per person).
- Take a photo atFountain Square with the Azerbaijani Father Frost Shakhta Baba and his Snow Maiden Karkyz.
- Take a walk through Old Baku and remember scenes from the film “The Diamond Arm”;
- Try traditional Azerbaijani pilaf with lamb, pumpkin, nuts, which is always prepared on New Year’s Eve (for example, in a restaurant"Nargiz" , ~ 8.5 AZN / 340 rub. a portion).
- Leave the city for more than a couple of days to experience a special spa procedure - treatment with special oil at the resort Naftalan (from 157 AZN / 6250 rubles per night for two).
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Indonesia, Bali
- Ticket price per person from Moscow in both directions: on New Year from 80,000 rubles, in January-February - from 55,000 rubles.
- from 899 RUR/night for two.
- You can vacation without a visa: up to 30 days.
Balangan Beach, Kuta
In terms of natural beauty and level of comfort, nothing compares to a holiday on the islands of Indonesia. The easiest (and cheaper!) way to get to Bali is by direct flight: you can fly directly to Denpasar (the capital of the island). There is a developed infrastructure, excellent hotels and magnificent beaches. If you are flying with children, choose the Sanur resort, if you want a noisy nightlife - the city of Kuta or Seminyak, if you like peace and quiet - the Canggu area.
If you are going to celebrate the New Year in Indonesia, don’t be surprised that the locals won’t even remember about the holiday. The night from December 31 to January 1 is celebrated exclusively for tourists in hotels and noisy areas, while the Balinese themselves celebrate their New Year Nyeppi in the spring.
Winter is considered the low season in Bali, but Russian tourists really like to come here at this time. Rains occur, but, as a rule, in the mornings or at night they do not interfere with beach holidays. But if you plan to scuba dive, keep in mind: visibility in the water may be worse than in clear weather. Choose the calm beaches of Nusa Dua, Seminyak, Sanur for relaxation - there is usually less rainfall and calm water.
Tegallalang Rice Terraces
What to do in winter in Bali
- Visit a popular beach Jimbaran , in the mecca for surfers Canggu , deserted and quiet Nikko Beach and Balangan with constant waves to create your own top of the best.
- See real tropical forests, ancient temples and powerful volcanoes of Kintamani and Gunung Batur.
- Spend the whole day at the water park Waterboom (from 22 $ / 1490 rubles per person) and get a powerful adrenaline rush from an almost vertical fall on the CLIMAX slide.
- Go on an excursion to Ubud (on average ~ $30 / 2035 rubles per person): visit the monkey forest, see the Hanging Gardens and find that same old Balinese healer from the film “Eat, Pray, Love”.
- Take a surfing course (from $30/2035 rubles per lesson) and catch a wave in Kuta or Uluwatu;
- Buy branded items at a price three times lower than in Moscow in Kuta shopping centers (for example, in Beachwalk Shopping Center).
- Try Balinese seafood skewers and gorge yourself on fruit.
Russia: Crimea (Yalta) or Krasnodar region (Gelendzhik)
- When to fly: New Year.
- Ticket price per one from Moscow in both directions: to Simferopol - from 14,000 rubles. To Krasnodar (there are no flights to Gelendzhik in winter) - from 10,000 rubles.
- Hotels in from 1099 RUR/night for two and from 1199 RUR/night for two.
- You can vacation without a visa as long as you want.
In Yalta or Gelendzhik, even in winter there is a resort atmosphere. Of course, you won’t be able to swim and sunbathe on the beach. But you will breathe in the fresh sea air, buy honey and churchkhela, walk along mountain paths and pine forests, feed the seagulls and local cats. From December to February, these regions have humid, cloudy weather, but there are sunny days and +15. You won’t see snow: only on the tops of the mountains, and even then not always.
Celebrating the New Year is the same as everywhere else in Russia: people walk the streets, buy cheap trinkets at Christmas markets, and visit cafes and shopping centers. Only the main tree stands on the square near the sea, where mass celebrations and the countdown to the New Year usually take place.
Fly alone, as a couple, with children. For entertainment, you can take a boat ride, go on an excursion to the mountains, go to the zoo, or have a beach picnic.
What to do at sea in winter
- Sitting on the beach with a thermos of hot tea, watching the sunset and listening to the seagulls.
- Rent equipment and try your hand at windsurfing or kite surfing - windy weather makes for cool fun.
- Go to Safari Park (from 1500 rub.) in Gelendzhik or Yalta Zoo (from 250 rubles) and feed all the animals with crackers (we didn’t advise you to do this).
- Get out for the whole day from Gelendzhik to Abrau-Durso to taste champagne (900 rubles per person), and then admire the magnificent views of the lake.
- Take a walk along the resort alleys, parks, sanatoriums and be amazed at the silence around.
- Take a ride on a pleasure boat (~ 400 rubles per person), taking with you bread for the seagulls - they will catch food right on the fly.
- Celebrate New Year's Eve on the main square near the Christmas tree, drink champagne and dance on the beach until the morning.
South Korea, Seoul
- When to fly: any winter month.
- Ticket price per person from Moscow in both directions: on New Year - from 50,000 rubles, in January-February - from 35,000 rubles.
- from 1199 RUR/night for two.
- You can vacation without a visa: up to 60 days.
A country of tall skyscrapers, modern technology and the cult of anime. In winter, the South Korean Alps are covered with snow caps, national parks become even more beautiful, there is an excellent ski complex built for the 2018 Olympics. Korea has a real winter, with snow and an average temperature from +5 to -5.
On the night of December 31 to January 1, no special festivities are expected in Seoul: Koreans celebrate their Seollal New Year at the end of winter or beginning of spring. The best option for celebrating is to book a table in a restaurant, then walk around the city or look for a continuation in one of the nightclubs, always with karaoke.
In one trip you can visit several cities. Stay in Seoul and travel from there. From the capital to the farthest city of Busan, it is only a four-hour bus ride. Come here alone, with a group or with your family - the country has entertainment for everyone. Seoul is an interesting city to walk around. Ancient palaces of the rulers of Korea, antique shops, art galleries, thousands of cosmetic shops and nightclubs. Busan has excellent beaches, Jeju has romantic views, and Yeonpyeong and Hyundai Seonggu have ski activities. choigozip Hongdae ,~ 6-20 $ / 410-1360 rub. for dinner), where the food is prepared right in front of you, try traditional Korean alcohol - soju.
Belarus, Minsk and Belovezhskaya Pushcha
- When to fly: New Year's Eve.
- Ticket price per person from Moscow in both directions: from 10,000 rubles.
- Hotels in from 2199 RUR/night for two
- You can vacation without a visa: 90 days with an internal passport.
You will be surprised how interesting it can be in a neighboring country in winter: snow-covered fairytale castles, Belovezhskaya Pushcha with another residence of Father Frost, ski resorts. The climate of Belarus is similar to Russia, but winters are milder, without strong winds and frosts. This is an ideal option for a holiday trip with children.
If you celebrate the New Year in Belovezhskaya Pushcha, you will feel like the hero of the fairy tale “The Twelve Months”: there is silence and a dense snow-covered forest all around. To keep you from getting bored, the hotel staff will hold a night disco, a banquet, and a meeting with the real Santa Claus and fairy-tale characters.
Stay in Minsk and go on excursions from there. A whole entertainment complex has been opened in Belovezhskaya Pushcha: fabulous forests with snow-covered edges and thousand-year-old oaks, the hut of Father Frost and the Snow Maiden, the Museum of Nature with bison and other wild animals. You can stay directly in a hotel on site reserve - There are hotels of different levels of comfort here. Prices for two people for accommodation with breakfast in December - from 108 BYN / 3385 rubles. per night. Book your hotel in advance, there is a rush here in winter. If you vacation from December 28 to January 14, you can buy a tour package that includes food and accommodation along with New Year's entertainment..
Celebrating the New Year is a repetitive activity, and why not celebrate it in a new way every time. Last year you stayed at the festive table at home, but this year you will celebrate the first of January on the beach hugging a Balinese palm tree, or devouring Azerbaijani kutabs, or raising a glass of Korean alcohol. Just plan as soon as possible. If you want to celebrate at home, that's fine too. From mid-January there is a lull and you can go on vacation quite inexpensively. Dream. Book. Rest. (And don't freeze!).
Every year more and more Russian citizens try to expand their horizons and see new countries. For this purpose, they go on vacation abroad. This is not only a vacation on the beach or in the mountains, but also an opportunity to get moral satisfaction, relaxation for everyone and recovery. Before you go to your chosen country on vacation, you should find out the specifics of its visa legislation. After all, many countries have opened their borders for Russian tourists, and they can go to some resorts without obtaining a visa. Sometimes, in order to have a good rest in the near abroad, it will be enough to provide only an internal passport, desire and a good mood.
Russians can visit 79 countries of the world without first obtaining a visa. So, a complete list of these countries, as well as entry conditions and passport requirements can be found in the table below:
| A country | Conditions of stay | Passport requirements |
| Abkhazia | up to 90 days | |
| Azerbaijan | up to 90 days, mandatory registration after 15 days of stay | |
| Albania | up to 90 days, only from April 1 to October 31, 2019 | |
| Antigua and Barbuda | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended entry into the country | |
| Argentina | up to 90 days within 6 months | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended entry into the country |
| Armenia | up to 90 days | according to a passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation for any period of validity |
| Bahamas | up to 90 days | |
| Barbados | 28 days | with a passport valid at the time of travel |
| Belarus | up to 90 days | according to a passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation for any period of validity |
| Bolivia | 90 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended entry into the country |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | 30 days within 60 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 3 months at the time of expected departure from the country |
| Botswana | up to 90 days within 6 months | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended entry into the country |
| up to 90 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended entry into the country | |
| Brunei Darussalam | up to 14 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended entry into the country |
| Venezuela | up to 90 days within 6 months | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended entry into the country |
| Vanuatu | up to 30 days | |
| up to 15 days, but at least 30 days must pass after the last visit to the country | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended entry into the country | |
| Guyana | up to 90 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended entry into the country |
| Guatemala | up to 90 days | According to a foreign passport, there are no restrictions on the validity period of the passport. Staying in Guatemala is possible almost until the expiration date |
| Honduras | up to 90 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended entry into the country |
| Grenada | up to 90 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended entry into the country |
| up to 360 days | according to a foreign passport, at any expiration date | |
| Guam | up to 45 days | |
| Dominica | up to 90 days within 6 months | on a foreign passport, valid for the entire trip |
| up to 30 days, subject to a tourist card upon arrival, costing $10 | according to a foreign passport, without restrictions on its validity period | |
| up to 90 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended entry into the country | |
| up to 30 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended entry into the country | |
| Kazakhstan | according to a passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation for any period of validity | |
| Kyrgyzstan | up to 90 days, 30 days without registration with the possibility of extension for another 60 days | according to a passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation for any period of validity |
| up to 15 days, but only as part of a tourist group | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended entry into the country | |
| up to 14 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended entry into the country | |
| Macau | up to 30 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended entry into the country |
| up to 30 days, but only when purchasing a tour through a travel agency | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended entry into the country | |
| Taiwan | up to 14 days, only from 09/06/2018 to 07/31/2019 | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended entry into the country |
| Colombia | up to 90 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended entry into the country |
| Republic of Korea, aka South Korea | up to 60 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the end of the trip |
| Costa Rica | up to 90 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended entry into the country |
| up to 90 days | by international passport, valid for at least 1 month at the time of expected departure from the island | |
| Laos | up to 30 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended entry into the country |
| Mauritius | up to 60 days, but not more than 90 days within 6 months | with a passport valid for the period of your intended stay in Mauritius |
| Macedonia (North Macedonia) | up to 90 days during each 6-month period, only from 03/16/2019 to 03/15/2020 | with a passport valid for the period of your intended stay in Macedonia |
| Malaysia | up to 30 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended entry into the country |
| Maldives | up to 90 days from the date of entry | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended entry into the country |
| up to 90 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended entry into the country | |
| Micronesia | up to 30 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended departure from the country |
| Moldova | up to 90 days within 6 months | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended entry into the country |
| Mongolia | up to 30 days, but not more than 90 days within 6 months | on a foreign passport, the validity period must cover the period of stay in the country |
| Namibia | up to 90 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended entry into the country |
| Nauru | up to 14 days | |
| Nicaragua | up to 90 days within 6 months | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended entry into the country |
| up to 90 days within 6 months | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended entry into the country | |
| Palau | up to 30 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended entry into the country |
| Panama | up to 90 days | |
| Paraguay | up to 90 days | on a foreign passport, the validity period must cover the period of stay in the country |
| Peru | up to 90 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended departure from the country |
| Salvador | up to 90 days | |
| Samoa | up to 60 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended departure from the country |
| Seychelles | up to 30 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended entry into the country |
| Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | up to 90 days within 6 months | on a foreign passport, the validity period must cover the period of stay in the country |
| Saint Kitts and Nevis | up to 90 days | on a foreign passport, the validity period must cover the period of stay in the country |
| Saint Lucia | up to 6 weeks | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 3 months at the time of intended entry into the country |
| up to 30 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended entry into the country | |
| Tajikistan | up to 90 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended departure from the country |
| up to 30 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended entry into the country | |
| Trinidad and Tobago | up to 90 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 3 months from the end of the trip. |
| up to 90 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended entry into the country | |
| up to 60 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 4 months at the start of the trip | |
| Uzbekistan | up to 90 days | |
| Ukraine | up to 90 days within 6 months | by international passport, with any validity period |
| Uruguay | up to 90 days within 6 months | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 3 months at the time of intended departure from the country |
| Fiji | up to 90 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended departure from the country |
| Philippines | up to 30 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 3 months after the end of the trip. |
| up to 30 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 3 months at the time of intended departure from the country | |
| Chile | up to 90 days within 6 months | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended entry into the country |
| Ecuador | up to 90 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 3 months at the time of intended departure from the country |
| Eswatini, former Swaziland | up to 30 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended departure from the country |
| up to 90 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 30 days at the time of intended departure from the country | |
| South Ossetia | up to 90 days | according to a passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation for any period of validity |
| Jamaica | up to 90 days | on a foreign passport, valid for at least 6 months at the time of intended entry into the country |
Where can Russians go without a visa and without a passport?
No need to apply for a visa to travel abroad greatly simplifies vacation planning. However, to visit most countries within the framework of a visa-free regime, the traveler’s foreign passport is subject to very strict requirements regarding its validity period. Sometimes it happens that the validity period of a foreign passport is coming to an end, and there is absolutely no time to apply for a new one. In this case, countries that Russians can visit with only an internal passport will come to the rescue. True, these are only 6 countries:
- Abkhazia
- Armenia
- Belarus
- Kazakhstan
- Kyrgyzstan
- South Ossetia
Russians can visit all these countries for up to 90 days with only an internal passport. Of course, you can cross the border if you have a foreign passport. Please note that some of the countries listed require registration upon arrival. For example, in Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan you can stay for 30 days without registration, after which you must register at your place of stay. But in Armenia, it is necessary to contact the competent authorities for registration within 3 days from the date of arrival.
Visa-free countries in Europe for Russians
Most European countries have signed the Schengen Agreement and to visit them, Russians need to obtain a Schengen visa. However, among them there are those that Russian citizens can visit without first obtaining a visa:
Up to 30 days Without a visa, Russians can stay in:
- Albania (for the trip you will need a passport and a return ticket)
- Bosnia and Herzegovina (for travel you need a foreign passport, return ticket, tourist voucher)
- Serbia (to cross the border you only need a passport)
- Montenegro (for a visa-free trip you must have a foreign passport)
Up to 60 days Russians are allowed visa-free entry to:
- Turkey (have a passport, return tickets or hotel reservation or tourist voucher)
Up to 90 days:
- Belarus (for the trip you will only need a passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation or a foreign passport).
- Moldova (visa-free travel is possible with only a foreign passport).
- North Macedonia (from 03/16/2019 to 03/15/2020, visa-free travel is available with only a foreign passport)
- Ukraine (documents required include a foreign passport, invitation, return tickets and documents on financial solvency).
Visa-free countries for a beach holiday in summer - top 10 destinations
If you are planning a visa-free summer vacation at sea, then we recommend paying attention to one of these countries.
TOP 10 places for a summer holiday without a visa:
- Israel– Dead Sea resorts on the Israeli side are available to Russians visa-free for a period of up to 90 days. You need to have your passport, return ticket, medical insurance, and hotel reservation with you.
- Türkiye– Many people associate the country with the slogan “all inclusive”, but Turkey is not only a holiday in a hotel with all the amenities, but also ancient history. Russian citizens for any purpose of visit, with the exception of work and study, can stay in the territory of the Turkish Republic for up to 60 days. At the border you need to present your passport, hotel reservation, return ticket and medical insurance.
- Georgia will offer a truly delightful holiday not only at sea, but also in the mountains. Russians can stay in Georgia 360 days a year; only a foreign passport is required to enter. Insurance is advisable.
- Cyprus. Russians can visit the resorts of Cyprus (meaning the Republic of Cyprus) only with a visa. Good news, you can apply for a visa online completely free of charge! Duration of stay – 30 days.
- Montenegro. Another option for a wonderful combination of sea and mountains. For a tourist trip for up to 30 days, Russians do not need a visa. To cross the border you will need a foreign passport, and border guards may also ask you to show a return ticket and a hotel reservation.
- Morocco. An unsurpassed feeling of an oriental fairy tale, the aromas of almonds, tangerines and mint tea, ancient city streets, the sophistication of Moroccan dishes. Russians can visit Morocco visa-free for a period of up to 90 days. You need to have a foreign passport, hotel reservation, and return ticket with you.
- Jordan. Russians can also visit the Dead Sea resorts from Jordan. Entry into the country for Russians is not visa-free, but Russians can receive an entry document upon arrival for free. You need to have your international passport, return ticket, and hotel reservation with you.
- Abkhazia. The diversity and beauty of Abkhazia’s attractions can impress even experienced travelers. Russians can visit the country visa-free for a period of up to 90 days. Entry can be made using either a foreign or internal passport. Please note that you must register with the competent authorities within 3 days of arrival.
- Egypt. Despite temporary entry bans in the past, Egypt still remains one of the most popular tourist destinations among its compatriots. Oriental charm really cannot leave anyone indifferent. Russians can visit Egypt only with a visa, but you can get one upon arrival by paying a visa fee of $25. Documents you will need: international passport, migration card (to be filled out upon arrival), return ticket, insurance. Permitted stay time is 30 days.
- Hong Kong. Russians will also find excellent beach holidays in Hong Kong, a special administrative region of China. Visa-free entry for Russians is provided for up to 14 days.
As with all resorts, you need to take into account that during the peak tourist season, prices for tours, separately for accommodation and flights may be inflated.
Warm visa-free countries for winter holidays
If you want to enjoy the cold winter, warm summer days and experience all the delights of exotic countries, you can go on vacation to one of the countries:
- Singapore (Russians need a visa, but you can get it online; the visa will cost 23 USD).
- Indonesia (up to 30 days).
- Vietnam (up to 15 days).
- Thailand (up to 30 days).
- Maldives (up to 90 days).
- Dominican Republic (up to 30 days, subject to issuing a tourist card upon arrival, costing 10 USD).
- UAE (up to 90 days)
- Cuba (up to 90 days).
- Egypt (Russians need a visa, but you can get it upon arrival; a 30-day visa stamp will cost 25 USD).
- China, Hainan Island (up to 30 days, without a visa, Russians can visit Hainan as part of a tourist group, and independent travelers can obtain permission at the border).
Visa-free islands for Russians
Exotic lovers can spend their vacation without a visa somewhere on the islands. For Russian citizens, visa-free entry is allowed to the following islands:
- Cuba. Russians can visit Liberty Island without a visa for up to 30 days. You must have with you a foreign passport, return tickets, a migration card (to be filled out upon arrival), proof of finances in the amount of $50 for each day of stay.
- Cyprus. Let us remind you that today the island of Cyprus belongs to two countries: Turkey (aka Northern Cyprus) and the Republic of Cyprus. The northern part can be visited under the conditions of the Turkish side, but to visit the Republic of Cyprus you will need to arrange free provisions in advance. In addition to printed provisions, you must present your passport, hotel reservation, and financial guarantees.
- Seychelles. Russians can visit the Seychelles without a visa for a period of up to 30 days. To cross the border, you need to have a foreign passport, hotel reservation, return air ticket, migration card (to be filled out upon arrival), financial guarantees at the rate of at least $150 per person for each day of stay.
- Jamaica. Russians can visit Jamaica without a visa from November 27, 2018. You are allowed to stay on the island 90 days a year. You need to have the following documents with you to cross the border: foreign passport, financial guarantees at the rate of $50 per person per day, return ticket, hotel reservation, migration card (to be filled out upon arrival).
- Fiji. Russians can also stay on the island of Fiji for up to 90 days without a visa. You need to have a foreign passport, return ticket and financial guarantees with you.
- Hainan. Russians can visit Chinese Hawaii visa-free only as part of a tourist group, i.e. on a ticket purchased from a travel agency. Independent travelers can obtain a visa upon arrival. In both cases, you can stay on the island for no more than 30 days. To obtain a visa on arrival, you need to have a passport, a visa application form (to be completed upon arrival), 2 photos, a hotel reservation, return air tickets, and insurance.
- Maldives. Russians can visit Paradise Island for up to 90 days. You need to have the following documents with you: international passport, return air ticket with the specified departure date, hotel reservation, financial guarantees at the rate of $50-$100 per day of stay in the country per person.
- Bahamas. Russian passport holders can stay in the Bahamas without a visa for 90 days. You need to have with you: a passport, a return ticket, financial guarantees.
Countries with a conditionally visa-free regime for Russians (visa obtained upon arrival)
For Russian citizens, there are dozens of countries for which a visa is issued, but permission can be obtained in the shortest possible time and with minimal effort. In such situations, a visa is issued upon arrival in the country. Such tourist states include:
| A country | Conditions of stay | How to apply for a visa | Price |
| Bangladesh | 30 days | Russians can only obtain a visa at Dhaka airport. Documentation: return ticket, cash equivalent of $500 |
$50 |
| Bahrain | 2 weeks | Russians can obtain a visa at all points of entry into Bahrain | 5 Bahraini dinars, approximately $13.50 |
| East Timor | 30 days | only at the international airport and seaport of Dili | $30 |
| Haiti | 90 days | Russian citizens receive a visa at the airport upon arrival | $10 |
| Djibouti | 30 days | Russian citizens can obtain a visa at the airport in Djibouti. Documentation: a copy of the note of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Republic of Djibouti in French and its translation into Russian (djibouti.mid.ru, you only need to print it) |
$60 |
| Egypt | 30 days | visa is issued at the airport | $25 |
| Zimbabwe | 30 days | A citizen of the Russian Federation with a general passport (OPP) has the opportunity to obtain a one-time entry visa at the border crossing point | $30 |
| Jordan | 30 days | Russian citizens can obtain a visa to enter Jordan upon arrival at the airport | 40 dinars (approximately $60) |
| Iran | 30 days | can be obtained at the airport. Imam Khomeini | $80 |
| Cape Verde | 30 days | Russians are issued visas upon arrival when passing through passport control at any international airport in the country | 25 euros |
| Comoros | 45 days | can be obtained directly at the airport when crossing the border. Documentation: international passport, return air ticket, confirmation of hotel room reservation |
60 euros |
| Lebanon | 30 days | a visa can be obtained at Beirut International Airport, as well as other checkpoints (sea and land) | free – at the airport $20 – at other checkpoints |
| Madagascar | 30 and 90 days | The visa can be obtained directly at airports serving international flights | A single-entry visa valid for up to 30 days is issued free of charge; for a visa valid for up to 90 days you need to pay 60 euros. |
| Mozambique | 30 days | at border points | $38 |
| Nepal | 15, 30 and 90 days | You can get a visa when crossing the border at one of the country’s eight border points Documentation: questionnaire, arrival card, 1 photo |
$25 – visa for 15 days; $40 – 30 days; $100 – 90 days |
| Rwanda | from January 1, 2018, Russians can obtain a visa on arrival for 30 days | $30 | |
| Syria | 15 days | For Russian citizens, tourist and private visas are allowed upon arrival in the country at any border checkpoints | $35 |
| Tanzania | 90 days | The visa can be issued at the airport. Documentation: visa application form, 2 photos 3.5x4.5 cm, return ticket, at least $3.5 per person per day |
$40 |
| Togo | 7 days | The visa can be issued at Lome Airport. Documentation: visa application form, 2 photos 3.5x4.5 cm, boarding pass, return ticket, international yellow fever vaccination certificate |
$20 |
| Eritrea | 30 days | Russian citizens can obtain a visa at Asmara International Airport. To do this, you must first obtain permission from the Eritrean Department of Immigration and Citizenship, which in turn will transmit the data to Asmara Airport. | $50 |
| Ethiopia | 30 and 90 days | citizens of the Russian Federation can obtain a visa upon arrival at Bole International Airport in Addis Ababa, | up to 30 days – $50; up to 90 days – $70 |
Countries where Russians can apply for visas online
There are countries where Russian citizens can also obtain a visa in a simplified manner by applying online. Depending on the country of travel, you need to take into account the specifics of obtaining the document.
| A country | Conditions of stay | How to apply for a visa | Price |
| Gabon | from 1 to 3 months | Online visa application is possible on the website evisa.dgdi.ga | the cost of an electronic permit is €15, upon arrival the consular fee for a visa is paid – €75 |
| Guinea-Bissau | 90 days | obtaining a preliminary entry permit on the website www.rgb-visa.com | the cost of an electronic permit is €2.5, a consular fee for a visa is paid upon arrival – $40-$110 |
| 30 days | Russians can obtain an electronic visa on the website indianvisaonline.gov.in www.eta.gov.lk | $35 | |
| Uganda | 90 days | Visa applications are submitted at visas.immigration.go.ug | $50 |
Map of visa-free countries for Russians: 119 countries with visa-free or simplified regime
Rating of countries by visa-free regime
Every year, the international company Henley&Partners, which provides assistance in obtaining citizenship of any country in the world, compiles a rating of countries by visa-free regime. In 2020, the ranking of countries by the number of countries with visa-free entry is as follows:
- 1st place: Singapore, Japan, South Korea - citizens of these countries can visit 189 foreign countries without a visa.
- 2nd place: Germany – the Germans were a little less fortunate, the number of countries with a visa-free regime for them is 188 countries of the world.
- 3rd place: Denmark, France, Finland, Sweden, Italy - citizens of these countries can visit 187 countries without a visa.
- 4th place: Spain, Luxembourg – visa-free stay is available in 186 countries.
- 5th place: Britain, Austria, Switzerland, Portugal, Norway, the Netherlands - 185 countries.
- 6th place: USA, Canada, Belgium, Ireland, Greece – 184 countries.
- 7th place: Czech Republic – Czechs can visit 183 foreign countries without a visa.
- 8th place: Malta – but there are only 182 citizens of Malta.
- 9th place: Iceland, Australia, New Zealand – 181 countries.
- 10th place: Slovenia, Slovakia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania – 180 countries.
By the way, the Russian Federation is on the 47th line of the ranking in this list, with the number of countries with visa-free stay being 118.
Do you want to go abroad, but don’t want to get involved in bureaucratic battles with embassy staff? No problem, because there are as many as 38 states that can be visited without unnecessary formalities.
Visa-free countries for Russians included in this list in 2020 offer beach holidays for every taste: from inexpensive to exclusive. A relatively short flight is also an important argument when choosing a destination.
Albania belongs to the Balkan states. This member of the list is located near Montenegro and Greece, washed by the Ionian and Adriatic Seas. Adriatic resorts are rich in clean sandy beaches. The shores are decorated with picturesque places, rocky bays and pine forests. You can stay in the country for 90 days without a visa.
Vietnam attracts with its pristine nature, the good nature of the locals, clean white and pink beaches and a mild climate. Here you can relax for 15 days completely freely and, importantly, inexpensively.
Georgia. The resorts of Adjara are ideal for family holidays. The cleanest water, mild climate and comfortable conditions are appreciated by many tourists. If you are looking for a holiday abroad without a visa, and inexpensively, then Georgia is a great option. Free entry for Russians is valid for a whole year.
Egypt continues the list, despite some difficulties with . Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh still delight vacationers with comfortable hotels. Clean beach areas, beautiful underwater world and coral reefs attract travelers all year round. The visa is issued upon arrival, valid for a month, the price is $25.
Israel– a country rich in ancient sights and resort areas. The Mediterranean coast attracts tourists with its unique vegetation, warm healing water of Dead Sea and. Here you can vacation visa-free for 90 days.
It pleases with bright colors, inexpensive food and the absence of language problems, because the Russians have occupied almost all the hot spots. An e-visa to India for 30 days can be issued online and costs $60.
Indonesia in 2020 climbed even higher in the list of popular tourist destinations among travelers abroad. Fascinating flora and fauna, many picturesque corners with clear sea water - an ideal place for tourists. The coasts of Indonesia are popular among surfers and those who like to bask in the rays of the tropical sun. Tourists are provided with a visa-free holiday for a month.
– the ancient coast of Aphrodite, washed by the warm Mediterranean Sea, with vibrant landscapes and beautiful beach stretches. This is a little paradise for tourists. To enter, you just need to first apply for a visa online, valid for 90 days. A single entry will cost inexpensively, 25 euros, a multiple entry visa - 65 euros.
– an African state with Arabic exoticism. It is washed by the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. The coast and Moroccan beaches will delight tourists with untouched nature, hot sand and warm water. The visa-free regime for Russians is valid for 90 days.
Thailand- an exotic warm country, similar to a paradise fairy tale. Luxurious resorts with coconut palms and clear blue lagoons will not leave any tourist indifferent. Visitors from abroad are allowed to enjoy the local beauty for a month.
It is located in North Africa and is washed by the warm Mediterranean Sea. You can swim here almost all year round. Picturesque shores, clear turquoise water and cozy surroundings are the optimal place for traveling with children. A hassle-free and inexpensive holiday in Tunisia is provided for a period of 90 days.
Türkiye, which at the beginning of 2020 was still on the list of “undesirable” destinations for Russians, continues the list of visa-free countries for a beach holiday. The long coastline is rich in beautiful beaches and historical sites. You can spend a month in Turkey without visa control.
Montenegro is a hospitable country on the Balkan Peninsula. The Adriatic coast has picturesque beach resorts, cozy sunny bays and clear waters of the Adriatic. Visa-free entry is valid for 30 days.
Sri Lanka- a paradise on the planet with amazing colors and romantic landscapes. The cleanest beach areas, calm ocean waters, amazing corals and a peaceful atmosphere will make your vacation unforgettable. An entry permit is issued upon arrival, valid for no more than 1 month.
Find cheap flights Find cheap hotelsAnd a little exotic
If the previous options for getting a tan abroad did not interest you, it’s too early to get upset. The most interesting things are yet to come. Visa-free entry for Russians extends to another list of countries where you can sunbathe in 2020. They are located, as a rule, on other continents, so this vacation can hardly be called inexpensive. However, the brighter the impression will be.
Antigua and Barbuda is a small island state in the Caribbean Sea. The mild climate, exotic vegetation, pink and white sand, and cozy bays attract travelers from all over the world. Free entry is open for a month.
Argentina- an unusually vibrant country on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean. The beautiful beach coast stretches for 17 km, where there are 24 comfortable resorts, which are crowded with tourists in the summer. You can relax here for 90 days.
Bahamas- the next tropical exotic in the Atlantic Ocean. The Bahamas is rich in white sandy beaches, blue lagoons, coral reefs and pristine tranquility of nature. Visa-free entry for Russians is valid for 3 months.
Barbados located in the eastern Caribbean. It is famous for its pristine beaches, luxurious gardens, caves with underwater lakes and rivers. You can stay here freely for up to 28 days.
Brazil– a bright exotic country that attracts tourists with its color, warm climate and rhythm of life. Brazil's white sand coastline is very diverse, with secluded picturesque spots and crowded resorts. You can vacation for 90 days without a visa.
Vanuatu- tropical islands surrounded by the Pacific Ocean. Beautiful weather all year round makes for an unforgettable beach holiday. For lovers of underwater entertainment, there is a long list of opportunities here. It is fashionable abroad to spend a honeymoon here. Visa-free entry for Russians is valid for 30 days.
Venezuela– a beautiful Latin American country with unique exoticism. Picturesque landscapes, delicate sand, an abundance of pearls and tropical forests will leave a lot of impressions. Margarita Island is famous for its excellent recreation and clean warm water. A visa is not required for visits up to 90 days.
Haiti is a tropical island state surrounded by coral reefs, with hot sand, clear lagoons and romantic sunsets. You are allowed to stay for three months without any formalities.
Hong Kong, washed on three sides by the South China Sea, is rarely offered on tourist lists for a beach holiday. And in vain. Numerous bays and bays stretch along the coastline, and the clean coastline is protected from the wind by mountain ranges and is excellent for swimming. Russians are allowed to vacation here without a visa for two weeks.
Grenada is located on the southeastern coast of the Caribbean Sea. Cozy bays, a rich underwater world and a deserted coast are created for lovers of calm, peaceful leisure. Visa-free travel is allowed for 90 days.
Located in eastern Haiti. Evergreen vegetation and snow-white beaches with delicate sand, diving and snorkeling activities will be remembered for a long time by guests from abroad. You can vacation in the country for a whole month without obtaining an entry permit.
Kenya continues the list of destinations where you can gain impressions relatively inexpensively. The Indian Ocean washing it will delight tourists with warm waters all year round. The opportunity to engage in water sports greatly diversifies your leisure time. The visa is issued at the airport, valid for 90 days, and costs $50.
Colombia. The waves of the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea wash the shores of an amazing and colorful state. The Caribbean coast is rich in secluded beach resorts and tropical exotica. Russians are allowed to stay in the country for 90 days.
Comoros They are distinguished by excellent beaches with emerald crystal clear water and wild, untouched nature. It’s not for nothing that those who come from abroad call them a “tropical paradise.” The visa is issued upon arrival, for 45 days, and costs 30 euros.
Costa Rica tops the list of the happiest countries in the world. It is located in Central America, known for its colorful beaches with azure waters on the coasts of the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. You can rest for 30 days without an entry permit.
– the famous Freedom Island offers unique opportunities for diving and underwater photography. The country's luxury beach resorts welcome tourists all year round. Russians can vacation in Cuba visa-free for no more than 30 days.
- the highlight of the Indian Ocean, which is extremely popular in 2020. The island nation is prized for its lush beachfront, colorful plants, underwater sports and wedding ceremonies. Vacations are allowed for two months without obtaining an entry permit.
Malaysia- a small tropical paradise with white sandy islands and stunning soft sand, picturesque bays and azure water. You are allowed to spend a holiday in Malaysia without a visa for 30 days.
– the famous islands of the Indian Ocean are truly its pearl. Maldives beaches are located in picturesque transparent lagoons with luxurious comfortable villas and the peaceful tranquility of nature. You can enjoy a visa-free stay for 30 days.
– another member of the list from South America. A cheerful state washed by two oceans - the Pacific and the Atlantic. Iconic Acapulco is prized for its holiday-friendly climate, stunning beach resorts and vibrant nightlife. You can stay here for a whole six months without visa control.
Seychelles located in the western Indian Ocean. Untouched charming nature, pink and white beaches, clear water, soft sand - all this is called “a little paradise on earth.” Here you can relax for up to 30 days.
Fiji- magnificent fairy-tale islands in the Pacific Ocean. They are known for their excellent facilities for weddings, luxury holidays, diving, surfing and snorkeling. Russians are allowed to stay freely for 4 months.
Jamaica completes the list of visa-free countries for 2020. This delightful island in the northern Caribbean attracts with its outlandish places and unspoiled nature, elite beaches with golden sand, warm sun and hospitality. You are allowed to stay in Jamaica for 30 days without an entry permit.
Consolidated list of visa-free countries for beach holidays
| № | A country | Days without a visa |
| 1 | Abkhazia | 90 |
| 2 | Albania | 90 |
| 3 | Antigua and Barbuda | 30 |
| 4 | Argentina | 90 |
| 5 | Bahamas | 90 |
| 6 | Barbados | 28 |
| 7 | Brazil | 90 |
| 8 | Vanuatu | 30 |
| 9 | Venezuela | 90 |
| 10 | Vietnam | 15 |
| 11 | Haiti | 90 |
| 12 | Hong Kong | 14 |
| 13 | Grenada | 90 |
| 14 | Georgia | 365 |
| 15 | Dominican Republic | 21 |
| 16 | Israel | 90 |
| 17 | Indonesia | 30 |
| 18 | Colombia | 90 |
| 19 | Costa Rica | 30 |
| 20 | Cuba | 30 |
| 21 | Mauritius | 60 |
| 22 | Malaysia | 30 |
| 23 | Maldives | 30 |
| 24 | Morocco | 120 |
| 25 | Seychelles | 30 |
| 26 | Thailand | 30 |
| 27 | Tunisia | 90 |
| 28 | Türkiye | 90 |
| 29 | Montenegro | 90 |
| 30 | Fiji | 120 |
| 31 | Jamaica | 30 |
For many citizens, the question of where to relax when going on their next working holiday becomes relevant. It is provided once a year, so they want to use it properly.
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Russian citizens will be able to visit 73 countries of the world, four of which allow entry on the basis of a general passport.
Travel abroad mode
The regime for the legal entry of Russian citizens into the territory of a foreign state is determined by its government and international agreements. Some foreign states have established a visa-free entry regime for Russian citizens. They have the right to impose additional requirements on foreign citizens wishing to enter the country. For example, providing a medical certificate about your health status.
At its core, a “visa” is a permit that allows you to temporarily stay in another state.
It is the main document that allows you to cross the state border of a foreign state.
It certifies that a country legally allows:
- enter your territory;
- drive through it;
- go beyond its borders.
The wording “Schengen visa” means an official document that allows you to enter and exit the territory of a foreign country. Many countries in the Schengen area of Europe require a visa. You can enter only four of them on the basis of a general passport.
Russian citizens can visit 26 European countries with it in their hands. It was established by the Schengen Agreement on the simplification of passport and visa control. The measure allows you to enter the host country of the Schengen zone, move freely within it and leave it after the visa expires. Today, the Schengen area covers most European countries with the exception of Great Britain.
It includes the following countries:
- Austria;
- Belgium;
- Italy;
- Romania;
- Bulgaria;
- Norway;
- Iceland;
- Switzerland;
- Liechtenstein.
It is prohibited to reside in countries with a visa-free regime in the Schengen zone without official permission. The number of days allowed for stay is 90 days or 3 months in every six months. The reason for the trip does not affect the specified period, therefore, the person who entered the country of destination must leave after the specified period.
Why is it needed?
A Schengen visa is required for citizens to:
- traveling directly related to the performance of work duties abroad on behalf of his employer;
- travel for treatment to European clinics;
- holidays in other countries;
- going on tourist trips.
Where to go to Europe without a Schengen visa
Each country has established its own rules for visiting, so the procedure for entry and stay varies. You can only travel to 6 countries located in the Schengen area without a visa.
These include:
- Albania;
- Bosnia and Herzegovina;
- Macedonia;
- Türkiye;
- Serbia;
- Montenegro.
List of CIS countries
Russian citizens can travel to certain republics of the former Soviet Union without obtaining special permission. An agreement on a visa-free regime was signed between them and the Russian state.
These include countries:
- Ukraine. The length of stay is 90 days of the established 180. In this case, adult citizens and children over 14 years of age must present a foreign passport must present a foreign passport. If they are traveling with young minor children, they must be included in their passport;
- Belarus. Russians may be in the country up to 3 months by presenting a general passport identifying the identity of a Russian citizen and a foreign passport;
- Moldova. Russian citizens are allowed to stay in the country for as long as 90 days. To enter it you need to present a foreign passport. If you are traveling with children over 14 years of age, you must present their passport. As for younger children, they should be. The only condition in relation to children is that they have a photograph of a child who is 6 years of age or older in their passport.
You can enter certain CIS countries where resort areas are located only with a general passport.
To make a trip, you need to purchase a ticket to a resort or sanatorium, but you can go without it. For example, Abkhazia. It attracts with the purest sea water and low housing prices, which is important.
Ticket price
As a rule, prices for air tickets from Moscow and other cities of the Federation vary. Below are the prices of air tickets purchased in the capital. They are indicated in national currency. They are converted into foreign currency at the official rate in effect at the time of purchase of the air ticket.
Prices to destination from Moscow:
- to Belgrade – 13,000-14,000 rubles;
- to Istanbul – 9,000-10,000 rubles;
- in Tivat – 12,000-14,000 rubles;
- to Podgorica – 15,000 rubles and above.
As for the constituent entities of the Federation, the cost of an air ticket from St. Petersburg to Istanbul is 13,000 rubles or more, to Belgrade from other regions it is 15,000-20,000 rubles. You can buy it for all destinations at a discount during promotions and sales held by companies and companies selling airline tickets.
What is required to visit
The following documents provide the right to travel outside the Russian state and enter it back. They identify the authenticity of the identity of a Russian citizen during his stay outside his native country.
These include:
- passport;
- international passport;
- diplomatic passport;
- service passport;
- seaman's passport.
With a single long-term Schengen visa you can visit an additional 54 different countries and territories.
It provides unhindered access to more than 200 countries, including EU countries in various cases and conditions. The basic requirements are set for the required documents on the basis of which a visa is issued.
Features of visiting individual countries
Holders of a multiple-entry Schengen visa have the right to enter and stay in Albania on the basis of a foreign passport at any time. Other citizens can visit it during the period from May 25 to September 25, because it is during this period that the visa-free regime is extended. During other periods, you need to obtain a visa. The period of stay in the country is 90 days, counted from the day of crossing its border.
Tourists are allowed to stay in Bosnia and Herzegovina without a visa for 30 days of each period equal to 60 days. They must present a valid passport confirming the expiration of 3 months from the date of their last trip to it. In addition, a travel company voucher is provided, which is certified in the prescribed manner.
As a rule, it indicates the hotel where the room is booked in the name of the tourist. If the trip is made at the invitation of private or legal entities, then it must be presented. The transit passenger must present an airbus ticket.
Russians do not need a Schengen visa to visit Macedonia. They have the right to stay in the country for 90 days in a period of time equal to 180 days. The procedure for entering the country has been simplified, which allows you not to present a tourist voucher or invitation, confirming the purpose of the trip.
To visit the country you must present:
- a foreign passport with an expiration date no earlier than return from the country;
- medical insurance for the entire period of your trip around the country.
If the trip is made by a minor alone or accompanied by third parties, then a power of attorney must be submitted by the parents, notarized.
The entry stamp into the country is affixed at the airport.
A person wishing to visit Turkey can stay on its territory without obtaining a Schengen visa for 60 days. The country does not limit the number of entries, but the total number of days of stay in it must be 90 days in a period of time equal to 180 days.
To enter it, you need to present:
- international passport;
- the required amount of money confirming financial solvency;
- travel company voucher;
- a document indicating the hotel number booked or a ticket for a return airbus flight.
The passport must have enough space to affix an entry and exit stamp. In addition, its validity period should expire no earlier than 4 months after returning from it.
To visit Serbia, you must present a foreign passport. Its validity must be one month, counted from the date of expiration of the last trip to the country. Russian citizens can stay in the country no more than 30 days, which are counted from the day of entry into it.
The peculiarity of staying in the country is to register at the police station after staying in it for two days. As a rule, the registration issue is dealt with by the hotel administration or the owner of the rental property.
You can stay in Montenegro for 30 days by presenting a foreign passport. The only condition is its validity period, which must be no less than 3 months, counted from the date of entry.
Why choose countries with a visa-free regime
Many Russian citizens strive to go on vacation to countries where it is not required. The phenomenon is directly related to the fact that obtaining a visa is associated with some complications.
These include:
- impossibility of purchasing a last minute ticket. Visa processing takes a long time, and tours sell out 2-3 days before the expected departure day;
- Duration of obtaining a Schengen visa. As a rule, the number of people traveling abroad in the summer increases significantly, so queues form at consulates;
- necessities that cannot be collected in a short period of time. For example, it is almost impossible to obtain permission from the mother for a minor child to travel abroad with the father if the parents are divorced;
- the high cost of a visa, which does not always allow you to purchase it for the whole family.
