United Arab Emirates
Russia
Russia visa for Emirati citizens
Entry requirement
Emirati 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 · Confirm at uae.mid.ru
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Russian citizens travelling to the United Arab Emirates
RussiaUnited Arab Emirates Visa-free, 90 days United Arab Emirates visa for citizens of Russia
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.
Emirati citizens planning a trip to Russia can compare how foreign ministries rate it: 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).
Good to know
How long Emirati citizens can stay in Russia
Emirati citizens may stay in Russia for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Russia.
Russia’s neighbours for Emirati citizens
Georgia, China, Belarus, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Poland, Estonia, Lithuania, Finland, Mongolia, Norway and Azerbaijan admit Emirati citizens visa-free. North Korea requires Emirati citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Russian citizens travelling to the United Arab Emirates
Russian citizens can visit the United Arab Emirates without a visa for up to 90 days. The rule is the same in both directions between the United Arab Emirates and Russia.
Frequently asked questions
Do Emirati citizens need a visa for Russia?
Emirati citizens do not need a visa for Russia: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
How long can Emirati citizens stay in Russia?
Emirati citizens can stay in Russia for up to 90 days.
Do Russian citizens need a visa for the United Arab Emirates?
Russian citizens can visit the United Arab Emirates without a visa for up to 90 days.
Can Emirati citizens enter Russia visa-free?
Yes, Emirati 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.