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Russia visa for Ukrainian citizens
Entry requirement
Ukrainian citizens do not need a visa for Russia: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Russian citizens travelling to Ukraine
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Travel advice for Russia
- US State Department Level 4: Do not travel
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all travel to the whole country
- German Foreign Office Travel warning for the whole country (Reisewarnung)
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from Ukraine to Russia, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Russia at Level 4, do not travel (updated 28 December 2025), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to Russia (updated 18 September 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a travel warning (Reisewarnung) for Russia (updated 21 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Ukrainian citizens can stay in Russia
Ukrainian citizens may stay in Russia for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Russia.
Russia’s neighbours for Ukrainian citizens
Georgia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Poland, Estonia, Lithuania, Finland, Norway and Azerbaijan admit Ukrainian citizens visa-free. China, Mongolia and North Korea require Ukrainian citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Russian citizens travelling to Ukraine
Russian citizens need a visa for Ukraine, obtained before travel.
Frequently asked questions
Do Ukrainian citizens need a visa for Russia?
Ukrainian citizens do not need a visa for Russia: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
How long can Ukrainian citizens stay in Russia?
Ukrainian citizens can stay in Russia for up to 90 days.
Do Russian citizens need a visa for Ukraine?
Russian citizens need a visa for Ukraine, obtained before travel.
Can Ukrainian citizens enter Russia visa-free?
Yes, Ukrainian citizens can enter Russia without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.