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Prepared current list visa-free countries for Russians for 2020. We'll tell you where you can go without a visa from Russia - 2020, how much tours, hotels and tickets to these destinations cost, and when is the best time to go on vacation.
What is the difference between this article and its analogues?
- We only talk about countries interesting for tourists. No Somalia, East Timor and other states that you will never go to.
- In addition to the list of visa-free countries, we provide them short description and the cost of travel in 2020. If the direction interests you, you can search for more information yourself. detailed information about him.
Which countries do not require a visa for Russians in 2020? In our selection 31 "normal" countries– we include popular tourist destinations where you can go without a visa, either on a tour package or on your own (for example, Thailand and Montenegro). Most of these countries have a developed tourism infrastructure and are safe to visit.
Tourist countries without a visa for Russians in 2020:
Besides popular destinations We provide a short list of all other visa-free countries in each region. It is unlikely that you will go to one of them, but it will be useful for general acquaintance.
What will we write about each country:
- Terms and conditions of a visa-free regime for Russians in 2020.
- What is the best time to go and what to do on vacation?
- Travel prices: cost of air tickets, hotels and package tours.
At the end of the article you can see popular visa-free countries on the world map.
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Europe
Which European countries do not require a visa for Russians?
Citizens of the Russian Federation cannot enter most European countries without a visa. There are only a few areas where visa regime significantly simplified - these are Montenegro, Cyprus, several countries of the Balkan Peninsula.
Montenegro
Russians can stay in Montenegro without a visa for up to 90 days, but after arrival they must register with the police. Some hotels can do this for you - check in advance.
The best time to holiday in Montenegro is from May to October. The country is worth visiting for the sights, excursions and mild climate. Beach holiday in Montenegro, although possible, it receives average ratings from tourists (most of the country’s beaches are pebble, sand-pebble or concrete).
Useful information in the direction:
Tickets. Flight from Moscow to Tivat – 4800-10000 rubles in winter and spring; from 14,500 rubles in high season(from May to October). Find tickets to Montenegro →
Hotels. In summer, in hotels in Budva, a double room costs from 20 euros per night. If you are going on vacation for several weeks or a month, it makes sense to look for accommodation with local residents.
Tours. Go on vacation in the summer - from 40,400 rubles for 3 nights; from 58,000 rubles for 14 nights.
Photo: view of Kotor and the Bay of Kotor in Montenegro © Faruk Kaymak
Cyprus
Housing. Cost of three star hotels in summer season(June-August) starts from 42€ per night. Less stellar options with good reviews can be found for 20€ per day.
Tours. The minimum cost of a holiday on tours varies from 32,000 rubles for 3 nights to 63,600 rubles for 14 nights.
Photo: Cyprus coast © tom coe Rest of Europe
Other interesting countries Europe without a visa for Russians – 2020:
- Bosnia and Herzegovina – 30 days
- Macedonia – 90 days
- Moldova – 90 days
- Serbia – 30 days
- Belarus – for any period of time, you can enter with a Russian passport
- Ukraine – up to 90 days during each 180-day period
Other European countries with visa-free entry for Russians in 2020:
- Albania – you can travel without a visa from May 15 to November 1 (on other dates – only with a visa or with a valid Schengen).
- Northern Cyprus – 90 days
Lifehack: If your flight is canceled or delayed at the airport, you can receive payment from the airline up to €600 . Read our material Compensation for flight delays on how to do this.
Asia
Asian countries include not only the familiar Thailand and Vietnam, but also many other countries:
- Countries in South and East Asia - for example, Sri Lanka or the Maldives.
- Countries of Central Asia and the Middle East - for example, Türkiye or the UAE.
From a tourist point of view, the most interesting for Russians are 18 Asian countries with visa-free regime. You will find their complete list below.
Thailand
Russians can stay in Thailand without a visa for up to 30 days (a stamp is placed on the passport at the border). For stays longer than 30 days, a Thai visa is required.
Hotels. Inexpensive accommodation with good reviews costs from $15 per night. In hotels on the first line, prices can start from $30-40 per night.
Tours. Prices start from 58,000 rubles for 11 nights. There are often good all-inclusive packages to Thailand - for example, for 72,000 rubles for 7 days (Pattaya).
Photo: Phi Phi Island, Thailand © Evan-Krause Vietnam
The stamp allows you to enter Vietnam for up to 15 days.
For a beach holiday, it is worth going to the south of the country - to Mui Ne, Phan Thiet and Phu Quoc Island (in winter), or to Nha Trang (in summer). Behind cultural recreation It’s better to go to the center and north of Vietnam - Hanoi, Sapa, Danang, Hue.
Useful information for tourists:
Flights. Flights to Ho Chi Minh City cost from 21,200 rubles in the low season and from 25,000 rubles in the high season. Flights from Moscow to resorts (Nha Trang, Phu Quoc) are 3,000-15,000 rubles more expensive. Find tickets to Vietnam →
Housing. Prices vary by resort and hotel location. For example, in Mui Ne you can find a hotel on the first line for $12-20, and on Phu Quoc island most hotels offer prices from $40-50.
Vouchers. Tours can only go to 3 resorts in Vietnam - Nha Trang, Mui Ne / Phan Thiet and Phu Quoc Island. Prices start from 70,000 rubles for 11 nights.
Photo: local woman in Hoi An © René DeAnda Indonesia
Among independent travelers The island of Bali in Indonesia is popular, but you can also go there on a package tour. High season is from May to October. Bali is not suitable for a beach holiday; It’s better to go to the island for sightseeing, surfing, yoga. higher than in other countries of Southeast Asia, but still lower than in Europe.
Russians are allowed to enter without a visa for 30 days. You can apply for a visa upon arrival for 1 month with the possibility of a one-time extension for the same period.
Tickets. A flight from Moscow to Bali with a transfer costs 32,000-35,000 rubles. There are no direct flights. Find flights to Bali →
Hotels. There are many inexpensive options from 7-10$ per night. Three-star hotels with good reviews – from $15-20.
Tours. In 2020, the cost starts from 88,600 rubles for a 7-day trip.
Photo: rice fields in Bali © Alexey Marchenko Maldives
An excellent option for a visa-free holiday at sea is the Maldives. Upon arrival at Male airport, a free visa is issued for 30 days.
Holidays in the Maldives are expensive, there are practically no attractions and excursions. But the beaches and sea are magnificent. The best resorts are the atolls of Ari, Felidhu, Raa. Useful material: Ideas for a holiday in the Maldives.
Tickets. Flight from Moscow to Male – from 28,100 rubles; direct flights – from 32,100 rubles. Separately, you need to buy a transfer from Male to the resort by domestic airlines - this is another $100-300. Search flights to the Maldives →
Housing. Inexpensive hotels in the Maldives cost from $30-40 per night. For this price there are many options with good reviews from tourists.
Vouchers. From 110,000 rubles for 3 nights; from 140,800 rubles for 11 nights.
Photo: beach holiday in the Maldives © Mac Qun / pixabay.com Sri Lanka
A more exotic option is to go on holiday to Sri Lanka. A 30-day visa is issued at the airport upon arrival and costs $20. The Sri Lanka visa application must be submitted online in advance.
Both beach and cultural holidays are possible on the island. The best time to visit depends on the region of the country: southern and West Coast It is worth going from December to March, to the east - from May to September.
Flights. The cost of tickets Moscow - Colombo is from 27,000-30,000 rubles from November to January and from 26,500 rubles the rest of the time. Find a flight to Sri Lanka →
Hotels. From $4-7 in budget accommodation options, from $9-10 per day for 3 stars.
Tours. Minimum prices start from 57,800 rubles for 7 days.
Photo: Galle town in Sri Lanka © Chathura indika Philippines
Visa-free entry for Russians for up to 30 days, or a visa for 59 days for $62 upon arrival.
The Philippines is still not very popular among Russian tourists– especially for those who are going on vacation on a package tour. The most popular and promoted resort is Boracay Island. Holidays in Boracay are expensive, but the beaches there are excellent.
There are also less popular ones in the Philippines, but good resorts: islands of Cebu, Bohol, Samal, Camiguin.
Tickets. During the year, the minimum cost of a flight to Manila varies from 28,000 to 37,000 rubles. Domestic flight to a resort in the Philippines – 2000-5000 rubles. Search flights to the Philippines →
Housing. On the island of Cebu – from $10 per day for Double Room. In Boracay it is much more expensive; for less famous resorts it might be cheaper.
Photo: Kayaking in El Nido, Philippines © Ehmir Bautista Malaysia
Another warm country for visa-free travel from Russia is Malaysia. A free 30-day visa is issued at any border.
The most popular places to visit in Malaysia - Kuala Lumpur, the islands of Langkawi and Penang, the city of Georgetown, the Cameron Highlands. You can vacation in the country at any time of the year.
Flights. In spring (January-March) you can fly to Kuala Lumpur for a price starting from 23,600 rubles; the rest of the time – from 28,500 rubles. Find a flight to Malaysia →
Hotels. Accommodation on the island of Langkawi – from $10 per night. In three-star hotels – from $20. Search hotels in Malaysia →
Image: cable car on the island of Langkawi, Malaysia © Jesse Vermeulen / unsplash.com Hong Kong and Macau
Macau – up to 30 days without a visa; Hong Kong – stamp valid for 14 days upon arrival.
A trip to these cities will allow you to look at the life of modern Asian cities and enjoy the ancient culture.
Both Hong Kong and Macau - expensive cities, but 3-7 days in each of them will be enough for you to see the main attractions.
Traveling to one of these cities would be a good option for a short vacation - for example, on the May holidays or a long weekend.
Tickets. Direct flights to Hong Kong cost from 27,000 rubles (more expensive in summer - from 32,000 rubles). With a transfer you can get there for 23,000-25,000 rubles at any time of the year. Fly to Hong Kong →
Hotels. Housing in Hong Kong is expensive - even for $40-50 a day you can only rent a small room. If you book in advance, you can find options with good reviews from $30 per night. If you look for housing at the last minute, it will cost at least $50-80 per day. Find hotels in Hong Kong →
Photo: View of Hong Kong skyscrapers from the mainland © Dan Freeman Türkiye
For an inexpensive beach holiday in the summer and early autumn, most tourists go to Turkey. Visa-free entry for Russians is possible for up to 90 days during each 180-day period.
The tourist season lasts in Turkey from May to October. The most popular resorts are Belek, Kemer, Antalya, Alanya, Bodrum, Side.
Flights. Direct flight from Moscow to Istanbul - from 5,500 rubles in January, February and March; from 8700-10000 rubles at other times.
Housing. Prices at resorts at self-booking start from $15-20 per night in high season. In winter and spring, the cost may be 1.5-2 times lower.
Tours. One of the cheapest visa-free destinations for Russians in 2020 - trips to Turkey cost from 20,200 rubles for 7 nights and from 28,300 rubles for 11 nights.
Photo: Istanbul in winter – recommended! © Randy Tarampi Georgia
Where to go abroad inexpensively without a visa in 2020? A popular summer destination is Georgia, where you can combine cultural and beach holidays.
Russians can stay in the country without a visa up to 360 days per year.
Holidays in Georgia – a good option for nature and sightseeing lovers. Prices in Georgia for food, housing and transport are quite low, so many Russians choose the country for a budget holiday.
Popular summer destinations are Tbilisi, Batumi, Kutaisi, Ureki, Kobuleti, Adjara. In winter and spring, many people go to Georgia for a visa-free holiday ski resorts– for example, in Gudauri and Bakuriani.
Tickets. Flight to Tbilisi with a transfer – from 5800 rubles in winter, from 10200 at other times. Direct flights - from 10,400 rubles in January-March, from 12,600 rubles - in summer. Air tickets to Batumi – 11,000-14,000 thousand rubles. Find a flight to Georgia →
Hotels. In Tbilisi – from $8 for budget options; from $15-25 for 3-star hotels. In Batumi, prices are 20-30% higher.
Vouchers. A vacation at Georgian resorts in the summer will cost no less than 49,000 rubles for 7 nights. During the high season (September-October) prices are 10-20% lower.
Image: The mountains in Georgia are especially beautiful © Sylwia Bartyzel Armenia
Russians can enter Armenia using a civil passport for up to 30 days if they fly into Yerevan or Gyumri airport; There is also a restriction on staying in the country for no more than 180 days per year.
Tourists leave good reviews about visiting Yerevan, Jermuk, Arzni, Gyumri and other resorts. In winter, active recreation is popular at the ski resorts of Armenia, in particular in Tsaghkadzor.
Flights. In high season (June-August) - from 10,500-12,000 rubles. In September and October - from 7800 rubles. Search flights to Armenia →
Hotels. You can stay in Yerevan for $10-15 per night; three-star hotels – from $20-25. Find hotels in Yerevan →
Photo: Yerevan, Armenia © Artak Petrosyan / unsplash.com Azerbaijan
You can stay without a visa for up to 90 days, but upon arrival in Azerbaijan you must register with the migration service.
You can combine several types of holidays in Azerbaijan:
- beach holiday on the Caspian Sea,
- visiting sanatoriums and health resorts
- skiing and snowboarding in the mountains
The capital, Baku, is also very popular among tourists.
Tickets. Flights from Moscow - from 10,300 rubles throughout the year, including direct flights.
Housing. From $12 for a double room in a hotel outside the city center and from $30-35 for options with good reviews in the center of Baku. Find accommodation in Baku →
Photo: one of the streets in Baku, Azerbaijan © Maxxja Abkhazia
One of the countries that do not require a visa for Russians in 2020 is Abkhazia.
Russian citizens can enter Abkhazia using an internal passport for up to 90 days. For a longer stay, you must enter with a foreign passport and apply for a visa.
The beach season lasts in Abkhazia from early June to mid-October. The main resorts are Gagra, Pitsunda, Sukhum. In Abkhazia you can relax inexpensively, which will be a plus for many Russian tourists.
Flights. Flights to Adler (Sochi) from May to October - from 4800-5600 rubles. Then you need to get there by land. Find a flight to Adler →
Hotels. There are few hotels and many guest houses in Abkhazia. Good accommodation can be found for $10-20 per night. If you are going on vacation for several weeks, it makes sense to look for options locally. Housing in Abkhazia →
Tours. Minimum prices for holidays in Abkhazia in the summer of 2020 range from 19,000 rubles for 3 nights to 30,300 rubles for 14 nights.
Image: Lake Ritsa in Abkhazia © ulkom5 Israel
The period of visa-free entry for tourism purposes is up to 90 days.
In summer you can have a good rest in Israel. The country's resorts are located on the coast of three seas - the Mediterranean (Tel Aviv, Haifa, Netanya), the Red (Eilat) and the Dead (various sanatoriums and mud clinics).
Prices for holidays in Israel are high; often it is most profitable to travel to the country on a package tour. The country is too hot in summer, so best time for the trip - the periods are March - June and September - November.
Tickets. Prices for air tickets to Tel Aviv start from 9,000 rubles for a flight with transfers and from 16,200 rubles for a direct flight. Search flights to Israel →
Housing. Hotel prices in Tel Aviv start from $45 per night, but there are few such options; more realistic figures – from $70 per room in the city center near the beach. Find accommodation in Israel →
Vouchers. From 62,000 rubles for 3 nights; from 78,000 rubles for 7 nights.
Photo: beach in Tel Aviv, Israel © Daniel Klein UAE
United Arab Emirates – gaining popularity destination for an inexpensive beach holiday. From February 17, 2020, you can enter the UAE without a visa for up to 90 days.
The holiday season in the UAE is spring and autumn (March-April and October-November). Winter is also considered a high season, but the sea can be cold. It's too hot in the Emirates in summer, but... low prices for tours.
The most popular destinations for travel are Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi and Fujairah.
Flights. Prices for flights from Moscow to Dubai range from 15,000 to 21,000 rubles. Fly to the UAE →
Hotels. Accommodation in Dubai costs from $28 per day for good hotel with breakfast. Stay in the Emirates →
Tours. During the holiday season (spring and autumn), trips to the Emirates cost from 35,200 for 3 nights and from 42,600 for 7 nights. In the low season (winter and summer) the cost is slightly lower.
Photo: Burj Khalifa in Dubai © BS1920 / pixabay.com India
Housing. Available as low cost guest houses(from $7-8 per night), and good hotels (from $13-20 for 3 stars). Find accommodation in Goa →
Tours. Prices for holidays in Goa start from 45,200 rubles for 7 nights.
Photo: Agra city, India © Varshesh Joshi Hainan Island, China
Visa-free entry for Russians for up to 21 days is possible to Hainan Island as part of a tourist group. There is also an option to obtain a 14-day visa upon arrival for $65.
Hainan is suitable for a beach holiday in late autumn (October-November) and spring (March-May). In summer there is a rainy season on the island, and in winter the temperature is too low for a holiday at sea (18-20C° during the day and 14-16C° at night).
Flights. From January to May you can fly to Hainan for 29,000-31,000 rubles. In other months, the minimum price rises to 37,000-47,000 rubles. Find tickets to Hainan →
Hotels. Prices start from $10-15 for budget options near the beach. Three-star hotels – from $18. Housing in Hainan →
Tours. Vacation prices start from 83,600 rubles for 7 nights.
Photo: Beach on Hainan Island, China © shakermaker* / flickr.com Rest of Asia
List of other interesting Asian countries with visa-free entry for Russian citizens:
- Laos – 15 days
- South Korea – 60 days
- Kazakhstan – 90 days without a visa
- Cambodia – for 30 days upon arrival ($30)
- Singapore – free transit visa for 96 hours
- Jordan – for 1 month upon arrival (40 dinars ~ 3250 rubles)
- Nepal – visa on arrival at the airport (15 days – 30$; 1 month – 40$; 90 days – 90$)
Other Asian countries with a visa-free regime for Russians in 2020:
- Kyrgyzstan – 90 days
- Mongolia – 30 days
- Tajikistan – 3 days
- Uzbekistan – no visa required
- Bangladesh – 90 days visa on arrival ($50)
- East Timor – for 30 days upon arrival ($30)
- Myanmar – 28 days at the airport upon arrival ($75)
- Lebanon – 1 month at the airport upon arrival (free)
- Bahrain – visa for 14 days on arrival (25 BHD ~ 4000 rubles)
- Iran – 30 days upon arrival via international Airport(60 euros)
South, Central and North America
In 2020, a visa-free holiday for Russians is possible in most countries of South and Central America, but mass tourism in many areas it has not yet been developed.
The most popular among Russians are the 4 visa-free countries in this region - the Dominican Republic, Cuba, Mexico and Jamaica.
Dominican Republic
Upon arrival at Dominican Republic For 10 dollars a visa is issued for 30 days.
It’s worth going to the Dominican Republic for its excellent sandy beaches and developed tourist infrastructure. The country will good choice and for traveling with a child.
The best time for a holiday is from late November to early May. Popular resorts– Punta Cana, Puerto Plata, Boca Chica, Juan Dolio.
Tickets. During the high season, you can find flights to Punta Cana and Santo Domingo for 36,000-38,000 rubles. At other times, tickets often cost 7,000-10,000 rubles more. Fly to the Dominican Republic →
Hotels. You can stay in Punta Cana for prices starting from $20 per night; more comfortable options – from $30. Many hotels include breakfast in the price. Live in the Dominican Republic →
Tours. A vacation for 11 nights costs from 100,600 rubles in May; during high season the cost may be 10-20% higher. At the same time, last-minute tours sometimes appear for 70,000-80,000 rubles.
Photo: beach holiday in the Dominican Republic © VViktor Cuba
One of the countries with a visa-free regime for Russians is Cuba. You are allowed to stay on the island for up to 30 days.
The resorts of Cuba have clear seas, good beaches, suitable conditions for relaxing with children. Most tourists go to Varadero, Cayo Coco, Holguin, Cayo Santa Maria; Independent travelers love to visit Havana.
The best time to visit Cuba is November-April, but the main flow of tourists comes to the country in December, January and February. We recommend reading what you can do in Cuba.
Flights. Most often, tickets to Havana cost about 40,000 rubles, but sometimes there are options for 31,000-33,000 rubles. There are direct flights (from 43,000 rubles). Sometimes it is more convenient to fly to Varadero - from 37,000 rubles. Find flights to Liberty Island →
Hotels. Accommodation in Havana – from $30 per night. At resorts prices are much higher - for example, in Varadero - from $90.
Vouchers. From 93,800 rubles for 7 nights in Cuba. Tours for 11 nights can be only a couple of thousand rubles more expensive - they are more profitable to take.
Photo: the spirit of Cuba on the streets of Havana © Alexander-Kunze Mexico
Russian tourists arriving in Mexico by air can stay in the country without a visa for up to 180 days. However, before traveling, you must obtain a special permit online.
The main Mexican resorts are Cancun, Playa de Carmen, Riviera Maya. The best time to go on vacation is from the end of November to April-May.
Tickets. In January-May, the minimum prices for flights to Mexico City start from 35,000-36,000 rubles. From June to December the cost rises to 42,000-50,000 rubles. Flying to Cancun is even more expensive - from 38,000-55,000 rubles. Find a flight to Mexico →
Hotels. From $16 for an apartment in the center of Cancun. Three-star hotels - from 28-30 dollars. Stay in Cancun →
Tours. From 98,000 rubles for 11 days of rest, but prices from 120,000-130,000 rubles are more common.
Image: One of the beaches of Mexico © Spencer Watson Jamaica
You can stay in Jamaica without a visa for up to 90 days, provided you have return tickets and documents confirming your solvency.
Good weather for a beach holiday occurs from December to February, as well as in July and August. Tourists prefer to go on holiday to the resorts of Port Antonio, Ocho Rios, Negril, Montego Bay.
Flights. Flights to Kingston are cheapest in winter and spring - from 44,000 rubles. In summer and autumn, the minimum cost of flights rises to 54,000-64,000 rubles. Find tickets to Jamaica →
Housing. From $26 for a double room in the Montego Bay resort.
Tours. Jamaica is the most expensive destination visa-free entry for Russians in 2020. The cost of tours for 7 days starts from 235,000 rubles; for 11 and 14 days – another 40,000-800,000 rubles more expensive.
Photo: Jamaican coast © Michael McCarthy Rest of America
Other visa-free countries in South and Central America:
- Argentina – 90 days
- Antigua and Barbuda – 1 month
- Bahamas – 3 months
- Barbados – 28 days
- Belize – visa up to 30 days when entering via land border
- Bolivia – 90 days
- Brazil – 90 days
- Venezuela – 90 days
- Haiti – 3 months
- Guyana – 90 days over six months
- Guatemala – 90 days
- Honduras – 90 days within a 180 day period
- Grenada – 3 months
- Dominica – 21 days
- Colombia – 90 days
- Costa Rica – 90 days
- Nicaragua – 90 days
- Panama – 180 days
- Paraguay – 90 days within each 180 day period
- Peru – 183 days
- Chile – 90 days
- Ecuador – 90 days
- El Salvador – 90 days
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines – 1 month
- Saint Kitts and Nevis - not required
- Saint Lucia – 6 weeks
- Trinidad and Tobago – 90 days
- Uruguay – maximum 90 days within a 180 day period
- British Virgin Islands– visa only for cruise ship passengers
- Falkland Islands – 7 days upon arrival ($35)
How to find accommodation while traveling? To search for hotels and inns, we recommend using the Hotellook website, and searching for apartments and private houses directly from the owners through Airbnb (click the link for a 2,100 ruble discount on your first booking).
Africa
A visa-free regime has been established between Russia and many African countries, but most destinations are considered unsafe or uninteresting for the average tourist.
We have identified 7 warm countries where you can go on vacation without a visa - from package packages of Tunisia and Morocco to the exotic Seychelles and South Africa.
Tunisia
The period of visa-free stay for Russians in Tunisia is 3 months.
You should go on vacation from June to September - the weather at this time is most favorable for swimming; velvet season September-October is considered, but the sea in these months is no longer as warm as in summer.
The main tourist destinations in Tunisia are Sousse, Monastir, Hammamet.
Tickets. Minimum prices for flights to Tunisia vary from 16,400 to 18,400 rubles throughout the year. Find flights to Tunisia →
Hotels. From $32 dollars per night for a double room with breakfast (Sousse). Find accommodation in Tunisia →
Tours. The cost of a 7-day holiday is from 32,200 rubles in May, from 40,800 rubles from June to August and from 36,000 rubles in September and October.
Photo: Monastir resort, Tunisia © DEZALB Mauritius
In 2020, the island of Mauritius is gaining popularity among Russian tourists. A free 60-day visa is issued at the airport upon arrival.
The country's high season lasts from November to the end of April; You can relax on a budget in August, September, May.
In addition to a beach holiday, people come to Mauritius for surfing, kiting and diving in the Indian Ocean, deep-sea fishing and visiting volcanoes.
Flights. The cost of a flight to Mauritius starts from 44,000 to 54,000 rubles, depending on the month. Search flights to Mauritius →
Housing. Prices start from $18 for apartments and from $27 for three star hotel. Find accommodation in Mauritius →
Vouchers. From 123,000 rubles for 3 nights; from 161,000 rubles for 11 nights.
Photo: Mauritius coast © Xavier Coiffic Kenya
One of the exotic countries where a visa is not required for Russians in 2020 is Kenya.
By registering online in advance and printing the permit, you can get a visa to Kenya on arrival for 90 days for $50.
Kenya is one of the few African countries with a developed tourism infrastructure and the possibility of visa-free entry. So far, most people go there on their own, but tour operators are also starting to explore this direction.
Why you should go to Kenya:
- Relax on the beach on the shore Indian Ocean
- Take part in a real safari
- Visit National parks and Mount Kilimanjaro
- See the life of African tribes
You can vacation in Kenya almost all year round – from August to April.
Tickets. The cost of tickets to Nairobi is stable throughout the year and ranges from 30,000-35,000 rubles. Find flights to Kenya →
Hotels. The cost of housing is from 15-20 dollars per day. 3 star hotels – from $25. Rent a hotel in Kenya →
Image: affordable exotic in Kenya © Robin Stuart Egypt
An Egyptian visa for 1 month is issued at the airport upon arrival. For vacationers as part of a tourist group it is free, for independent travelers it costs $15. Those who travel only to Sinai peninsula can get a free visa for 15 days.
Since the spring of 2020, tours from Russia to Egypt have become available. True, prices are now several times higher, and getting to the resorts is more difficult: the plane flies only to Cairo, and from there it takes about 5-6 hours to get to the coastal resorts by bus. Prices for tours start from 80,000-100,000 rubles.
The best time to travel to Egypt is April-May and September-November. The main resorts for beach holidays are Hurghada and Sharm el-Sheikh.
Flights. You can fly from Moscow to Cairo in 2020 for a price starting from 15,800 rubles. Find a flight to Egypt →
Housing. In Sharm el-Sheikh you can stay for $13-20 in a four-star hotel with average reviews (breakfast included). Find accommodation in Egypt →
Photography: Romance of Egypt © Mariam Soliman Morocco
Morocco is a visa-free entry country for Russians with a permitted stay of up to 3 months.
Good weather for a beach holiday in Morocco is from May to October. At other times of the year it is cold to swim, but you can go to the country for excursions and attractions. Tourists most often go to Casablanca, Marrakech and Agadir.
Flights. Prices for flights to Marrakesh start from 16,200 rubles. The cheapest time to fly is in September-January; more expensive - from June to August. Find tickets to Morocco →
Hotels. In the center of Marrakech you can rent a room for $17 per night. Search hotels in Morocco →
Tours. You can relax in Morocco in the summer for a price starting from 81,000 rubles for 7 days. Moreover, in the low season and off-season (for example, in April), prices can be 1.5-2 times higher.
Photo: Tarazout, Morocco © Luiz Hanfilaque Seychelles
In 2020, citizens of the Russian Federation can stay in the Seychelles without a visa for up to 30 days.
Many travelers go to the capital of the Seychelles - Mahe. Also popular among tourists are the islands of Bird, Cerf, and Cousin. Beach holidays possible all year round.
Tickets. Most Yearly, air tickets to Mahe cost 31,000-33,000 rubles. In October, November and December they rise in price to 40,000-50,000 rubles. Find a flight to Seychelles →
Housing. The minimum price for a double room in Mahe is $61 per day. Most hotels offer rooms for $80-90 per night. Live in Seychelles →
Tours. Cost of trips to Seychelles starts from 103,000 rubles for 3 nights and from 117,000 rubles for 7 nights.
Image: beach in Seychelles © Vitalii Ustymenko South Africa
The visa-free regime with South Africa requires a maximum of 90 days of stay in the country.
South Africa is one of the most developed countries Africa. You cannot go there on vacation on a tour, but some tourists visit the country on their own.
It is better to go to the coast of the Atlantic and Indian Ocean from November to March, and visits to national parks should be planned for July-October.
Flights. You can get from Moscow to Cape Town for 41,000-44,000 rubles. Search flights to South Africa →
Hotels. From $30-35 for a three-star hotel in the center of Cape Town and from $24 for options on the outskirts of the city. Find hotels in South Africa →
Photo: You can even find penguins in South Africa © Casey Allen Rest of Africa
Other African visa-free countries for Russians in 2020:
- Madagascar – visa on arrival (30 days – 25 euros; 90 days – 36 euros)
- Cape Verde – visa on arrival for 30 days (20 euros)
- Tanzania – 90 days visa at airport on arrival ($50)
- Ethiopia - visas on arrival at Addis Ababa airport (30 days - $20, 90 days - $30, 180 days - $40).
You can see the list of other visa-free countries in Africa that you are unlikely to ever want to go to (some of them are not recommended to be visited even by the Russian Foreign Ministry).
Do you have unpaid debts, loans, or traffic police fines? Before your trip, it is better to check yourself for a ban on leaving Russia - it can be imposed by bailiffs if you have debts. About all the nuances in our material.
Australia and Oceania
As of 2020, Russians cannot enter most interesting countries in Oceania (including Australia and New Zealand) without a visa.
The region is not popular among Russian tourists due to long flight, high prices and lack of package tours.
The most interesting countries in Oceania with visa-free entry:
- Fiji – up to 90 days
- Marshall Islands – up to 90 days
- Guam – 45 days
For a complete list of Oceania countries without a visa for Russians in 2020, see Wikipedia.
Selections of the best destinations
We have compiled several popular selections for different types recreation.
No. 1. Visa-free countries for inexpensive beach holidays – 2020:
- Türkiye
- Abkhazia
- Georgia
- Tunisia
No. 2. The best destinations for a seaside holiday:
- Maldives
- Dominican Republic
- Thailand
- Mexico
No. 3. The best visa-free countries in Europe for Russians – 2020:
- Montenegro
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Serbia
No. 4. Exotic countries.
Where to have an inexpensive holiday at sea abroad is the most popular question among tourists, and not only in crisis years. Many countries in Europe, Asia and America can offer you cheap holidays at sea: prices for food, hotels and entertainment there remain acceptable even at the current exchange rate of the ruble and dollar. But flying to many places will cost a huge amount. Therefore, today we offer you 5 countries, where you can relax at sea abroad inexpensively even taking into account the price of air tickets.
The Internet is now replete with articles from the category “Where to relax at sea abroad inexpensively.” But many authors, describing the cheapness of holidays in these places, miss the most important moment. When choosing the cheapest countries for tourists, the compilers of the ratings cite the example of ridiculous prices for food and hotels, but forget about the cost of flights. And as a result, the lists of countries where it is cheaper to relax at sea abroad are topped by either Argentina or Guatemala. No doubt, these are indeed very inexpensive countries for a seaside holiday, but not for Russians. Because before you can spend $10 a night in Guatemala, you first need to get there.
Therefore, in our article about countries where you can have an inexpensive holiday at sea abroad even at the current exchange rate of the ruble, we will take into account three main points:
- flight cost,
- food expenses,
- price of hotel accommodation.
This is a mandatory expense for all tourists. Everything else (excursions, entertainment, transportation costs, souvenirs, etc.) is very individual, so we will not take these costs into account. Considering how wide our native country is, we will list prices for air tickets from three cities at once - the capital, the Northern capital and the capital of Siberia. So, where to have an inexpensive holiday at sea abroad: the cheapest countries for tourism in Europe and Asia.
Where to have an inexpensive holiday at sea abroad: TOP 5 countries for a cheap holiday
Bulgaria: everything is inexpensive, everything is clear
Bulgaria will not only always be among the countries where any tourist from Russia can inexpensively relax at sea abroad. Bulgaria is also perfect place for your first trip abroad. Here everything seems familiar: in Bulgaria they write in Cyrillic, Bulgarian cuisine is very close to all residents of Eastern Europe, and if you move a little away from the bright resort area, you find yourself in a post-Soviet reality with gray houses and faces.
Prices for flights to Bulgaria: from $125
- Air ticket Moscow - Varna: from 125 dollars
- Air ticket St. Petersburg - Varna: from 130 dollars
- Air ticket Novosibirsk - Varna: from 240 dollars
Hotel prices in Bulgaria: from 15 dollars
Food prices in Bulgaria (for two): from $30 per day
Dinner ( meat dish or local shawarma + coffee): 5-10 dollars
Dinner (meat dish in a restaurant + bottle of wine) – 20-30 dollars
Total: a week's holiday in Bulgaria costs from $895 for two
Airfare to Bulgaria and back: from $500
Hotel stay 7 days: from $105
Meal 7 days: from $210
Visas: $80
Bulgaria is perhaps the most cheap country in Europe for tourists. Therefore, it is consistently included in all ratings of countries where almost anyone can have an inexpensive holiday at sea abroad.
Photo: Photo: Interhotel Cherno More.
Georgia: wow, how cheap!
Georgia is not only mountains, sea, khinkali and Kindzmarauli. This, along with Bulgaria, is also one of those countries where you can relax at sea abroad inexpensively without fear of language and cultural barriers. As in Soviet time, Georgia is still hospitable, still affordable, and still speaks Russian – at least in those places where there are many tourists from Russia. The country's main seaside resort, Batumi, is just one of these places.
Prices for flights to Georgia: from $130
- Flight Moscow – Batumi: from 130 dollars
- Air ticket St. Petersburg - Batumi: from 139 dollars
- Flight Novosibirsk - Batumi: from 200 dollars
Hotel prices in Georgia: from 10 dollars
Prices for food in Georgia (for two): from $30 per day
Breakfast (omelet or sandwich + tea): 5-10 dollars
Lunch (10 khinkali + coffee): 5-10 dollars
Dinner (two servings of shish kebab with side dish and a bottle of wine): $20-30
Total: a week's holiday in Georgia costs from $800 for two
Airfare to Batumi and back: from $520
Hotel stay 7 days: from $70
Meal 7 days: from $210
Where to relax at sea abroad inexpensively: Batumi is famous Georgian hospitality and no less famous Georgian prices.
Photo: Rock Hotel First Line.
Türkiye: all in and nothing off
One of the goals of our site is to dispel misconceptions. One of the misconceptions of Russian tourists is that Türkiye was “closed” and now it has allegedly been “opened”. Dear friends! Nothing like that: Turkey has always been open, visa-free and one of the cheapest countries where you can relax at sea abroad inexpensively. It was only prohibited to sell package tours there. Read more in our articles:
No one has forbidden and is not forbidding you to buy air tickets and fly to this country on your own on vacation. beautiful beaches, majestic mountains and generous all-inclusive. Moreover, from many Russian cities you can fly to Turkish resorts either directly or with a transfer in Moscow or Istanbul. And you can book a hotel with all-inclusive meals through the reservation system.
Prices for flights to Turkey: from $80
- Air ticket Moscow - Antalya: from 80 dollars
- Air ticket St. Petersburg - Antalya: from 150 dollars
- Air ticket Novosibirsk - Antalya: from 200 dollars
- Flight Moscow – Alanya: from 80 dollars
- Air ticket St. Petersburg - Alanya: from 135 dollars
- Flight Novosibirsk - Alanya: from 200 dollars
Tips for finding flights to Turkey: if tickets from your city to Antalya or Alanya are too expensive, try searching cheap flights to Istanbul. And from there there are many inexpensive ways to get to the resorts of the Turkish Mediterranean - both by air and by land.
Prices for all-inclusive hotels in Turkey: from $45
We won’t calculate food prices in Turkey - why, if you can stay in a decent hotel and eat and drink on an all-inclusive basis? Moreover, it is very inexpensive! When you look at hotels, don’t forget to check the “All inclusive” box:
Tips for booking all-inclusive hotels in Turkey: on the most popular booking system Booking.com All-inclusive hotels are sometimes too expensive. The same hotels with the same “opinclusive” can be found on other booking systems for many times cheaper. Therefore, we recommend looking for hotels not through Booking, but through hotel search engine Hotellook— it compares prices for the same hotels in different booking systems and gives you the best price options. In addition, Hotellook, unlike Booking, gives you the opportunity to sort hotels operating on the All-Inclusive system. When you select a hotel, Hotellook will transfer you to the booking system website (Booking.com, Agoda.com, Ostrovok.ru, etc.), where the booking takes place.
Total: a week's holiday in Turkey costs from $635 for two
Airfare to Alanya and back: from $320
Hotel accommodation 7 days all inclusive: from $315
Where to relax at sea abroad inexpensively: Türkiye has always been and will be a warm, hospitable country. And after the ban on the sale of package tours, tourists had the opportunity to see the local flavor and beautiful nature behind the endless “all inclusive” packages.
Thailand: affordable exotic
Of those countries where you can inexpensively relax at sea in summer and winter, Thailand is the most exotic. And at the same time very accessible and familiar: none of the countries in Southeast Asia is visited by tourists as much as Thailand; There are not as many flights from Russia to any of the Southeast Asian countries as to Thailand, and none of the neighboring countries There is not so much varied information on the Internet. Including on our website. Here, as an example, are a few of our articles that will help you spend your holiday in Thailand brightly and at the same time inexpensively:
And now let’s learn more about prices in a country where you can have an inexpensive holiday at sea abroad at any time of the year.
Airfare to Thailand: from $200
- Air ticket Moscow - Bangkok: from 200 dollars
- Air ticket St. Petersburg - Bangkok: from 220 dollars
- Flight Novosibirsk - Bangkok: from 260 dollars
- Flight Moscow – Phuket: from 240 dollars
- Air ticket St. Petersburg - Phuket: from 265 dollars
- Air ticket Novosibirsk - Phuket: from 370 dollars
Hotel prices in Thailand: from 12 dollars
Food prices in Thailand (for two): from $16 per day
Breakfast (omelet or sandwich + coffee): $3
Lunch (rice with Khao Pad meat + water): $3
Dinner (soup + beer): $10
Total: a week's holiday in Thailand costs from $1000 for two
Airfare to Bangkok and back: from $800
Hotel stay 7 days: from $84
Meal 7 days: from $112
Thailand is one of those countries where you can have an inexpensive holiday at sea abroad at any time of the year.
Vietnam: how much does beer cost under communism?
Together with Thailand Vietnam is among the countries where cheap holiday at sea possible at any time of the year. For many, Vietnam is even more comfortable as a holiday destination than Thailand. One of the reasons - local kitchen much more familiar to the European stomach - years of communication with the French and Russians took their toll. Moreover, the communication is so close that the main resorts of Vietnam today are completely Russified: you can’t walk a hundred meters in Nha Trang or Mui Ne without encountering the obligatory “Matryoshka” cafe or at least the “USSR” store. And prices for many products here are even lower than in Thailand. For example, beer or bread costs half a dollar, wine costs 5 dollars. Read more in our articles:
Where can you relax inexpensively at sea in the summer, except Turkey and Bulgaria? As always, in Vietnam! In June, July and August the weather here is hot, dry and windless.
Photo: InterContinental Nha Trang.Dear readers, can you recommend where to have an inexpensive holiday at sea abroad? You can leave reviews, or you can send us entire stories with photos on info@site– we will definitely publish them! And don’t forget - we send only the most necessary and useful things. Happy and budget-friendly trips to you!
We present a list of the best visa-free countries for holidays with children in 2018 with marks on the map. We have already published a rating of the top 10 countries for a trip to the sea with a child:
Applying for a visa is always an extra hassle with collecting documents, a waste of a lot of time and money. As a rule, a visa costs 30-70 dollars or euros and it is good if it is issued upon arrival. It’s worse if you need to obtain a visa in advance in Russia, collecting and submitting to the country’s consulate a stack of documents, already purchased air tickets and hotel reservations, bank statements, photographs...
And if you are traveling with 2-3 children, the difficulties, time and money costs increase many times over! Often, the presence of children will be required to obtain a visa.
Now let’s imagine that the family lives not in Moscow or St. Petersburg, but in a place where there are no visa centers and consulates of other countries... In addition to the above, you will have to buy round-trip tickets for the whole family in order to apply for a visa, and then and to get a visa!.. As a result, a family with 2-3 children can spend several days, a lot of effort and up to 30-60 thousand rubles just on visas! And after all this, you can still get a visa refusal
2 Georgia
You can stay in Georgia without a visa for up to a year!
Georgia is small, but amazing country, where you can find absolutely everything - amazing culture, history and sights, excellent cuisine, magnificent nature, mountains, valleys, forests, rivers, lakes and of course the sea. Beaches are sandy and pebble.
You can get to Georgia from Russia by plane, train, bus, car... But keep in mind that entry into Georgia from Abkhazia or North Ossetia is prohibited.
The beach season in Georgia lasts from May to September, but in May the sea is still a little cool for children.
3 Türkiye
Türkiye is consistently in first place among Russians, including families with children. And there are many reasons for this, besides the lack of visas: a short flight, great service, great amount resorts, a variety of beaches (both pebble and sandy), low prices, many attractions, entertainment, water parks, etc. Not last place when choosing, the All Inclusive system in most hotels is also taken into account...
You can vacation in Turkey without a visa for up to 60 days.
The easiest and cheapest way to get there is by plane; the flight, depending on the resort, will take 3-3.5 hours.
The beach season in Turkey lasts from May to September, although in May the sea may still seem a little cool to a child, and from mid-July to the end of August it becomes hot. Türkiye is ideal for traveling with children in June and the first half of July, as well as in September.
4 Cyprus
Cyprus is a visa-free country for Russians with minor reservations. Northern Cyprus (Turkish territory) is indeed absolutely visa-free for Russian citizens. A visa for the rest of Cyprus is theoretically needed, but it can be quickly, easily and freely applied for online without traveling to Visa Center or consulate. The so-called “pro-visa” is issued online on the website of the Cyprus Embassy - after 1-2 days you receive it by e-mail and print it out.
Cyprus has excellent beaches and developed infrastructure! The beaches in Larnaca and Paphos are mostly small pebbles, while those in Ayia Napa, Limassol and Protaras are sand. In Cyprus there are noisy youth resorts, such as Ayia Napa. For family vacation Limassol and especially Protaras are more suitable for children, where there are playgrounds, water parks, and amusement parks...
You can stay in Cyprus for up to 90 days.
The plane flight from Moscow takes 4 hours.
The beach season in Cyprus lasts from May to September-October, although in the second half of summer it can be a little hot for a baby...
5 Montenegro
Montenegro is very beautiful country with magnificent nature, forests, lakes, rivers and clear sea with small pebble beaches. There are a lot of interesting sights and well-developed infrastructure. You will also be pleased with decent European service at very reasonable prices.
Citizens of the Russian Federation can stay in Montenegro without a visa for up to 90 days.
The flight from Moscow will take less than 3 hours.
The beach season in Montenegro lasts from May to September, but in May the sea is still a little cool for children.
6 UAE
In 2018, the UAE announced the abolition of visas for Russians! You can stay in the UAE without a visa for up to 30 days.
Dubai and other emirates of the UAE offer the highest level of safety, cleanliness, maintenance and service in hotels. Dubai has many Amusement Parks, Water Parks, shopping centers, the coolest excursions and attractions As well as perfectly clean sandy beaches and warm sea.
A direct flight from Moscow will last approximately 5 hours.
In the UAE it is good from March to May and October-November. In summer it is very hot, and the sea warms up so much that it ceases to be refreshing...
7 Israel
For a holiday with a child, the most suitable resorts are not Dead, but Mediterranean Sea, for example, Haifa and Netanya. Travelers with children in Israel will find a very developed infrastructure, a high level of service, a lot of entertainment and attractions... There are gorgeous sandy beaches and a warm sea.
The flight from Moscow lasts approximately 4 hours. You can stay in Israel without a visa for up to 90 days.
The beach season in Israel is from April to June and September to October. It's hot in summer.
8 Tunisia
Tunisia is most famous for thalasotherapy. However, besides this, there is a lot of interesting things here: ancient ruins and ruins of Carthage, interesting excursions and natural attractions, close to European cuisine with bright oriental notes... and of course the warm sea and excellent sandy beaches, some of the best in North Africa.
The flight lasts about 4 hours.
Russians can stay in Tunisia without a visa for up to 90 days.
The beach season in Tunisia lasts from May to October. July-August can be a bit hot for children.
9 Thailand
Despite the remoteness of this country in Southeast Asia from Russia, Thailand is suitable for families with children. There is a developed infrastructure, low prices, a wide selection of hotels, many beautiful islands and beaches. Thailand is an opportunity to turn winter into summer, which is why wintering in Thailand has been very popular among Russians lately...
A direct flight to Thailand from Moscow lasts approximately 10 hours, and if you fly from the East of Russia, it is noticeably less.
The best time to visit Thailand is from October to March. Late spring and summer - rainy season, except Koh Samui... You can safely fly to Samui in the summer - from May to September, and it rains on this island only in October-November.
10 Dominican Republic
The biggest disadvantage of the Dominican Republic when traveling with children is the long twelve-hour flight from Moscow and its cost... The biggest advantages are stunning beauty, warm clean sea, ideal white sandy beaches, large hotel areas, level of service in hotels and developed infrastructure.. It is precisely because of all of the above that the Dominican Republic was included in our rating.
Without a visa, Russian citizens can stay in the Dominican Republic for up to 30 days.
The beach season in the Dominican Republic lasts from November to March-April
Yes, and don't forget! If you want to go on vacation with your child New Year holidays, then it is better to plan, book and pay for this trip in advance - several months in advance!!! There will be more choice, and prices are much lower than right before the New Year!
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. The resorts of the Adriatic are rich in the purest sandy beaches. The shores are decorated scenic spots, 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 purest water, mild climate and comfortable conditions appreciated by many tourists. If you are looking for a holiday abroad without a visa, and inexpensively, then Georgia is great option. Free entry for Russians is valid 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. Mediterranean coast attracts tourists with its unique vegetation, warm healing water Dead 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 climbed even higher in the list of popular ones in 2020 tourist destinations among travelers abroad. Fascinating flora and fauna, many picturesque corners with clean sea water — perfect place for tourists. The coasts of Indonesia are popular among surfers and those who like to bask in the rays of the tropical sun. Within a month, tourists are provided visa-free holiday.
– 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– exotic warm country, similar to a heavenly fairy tale. Luxury 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.
Is 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. 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 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 Sea 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. Mild climate, exotic vegetation, pink and White sand, 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. 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 on the list. The Bahamas are rich in snow whites 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 part Caribbean. He is famous for his cleanest beaches, luxurious gardens, caves with underwater lakes and rivers. You can stay here freely for up to 28 days.
Brazil– bright exotic country, attracting 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's fashionable to spend time here abroad Honeymoon. 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 rainforests will leave a lot of impressions. Margaret Island is famous great holiday 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 coastline, and the cleanest coastline is protected from the wind mountain ranges and great for swimming. Russians are allowed to vacation here without a visa for two weeks.
Grenada is located on the southeastern coast 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 soft sand, diving and snorkeling activities will long be remembered 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. Possibility of classes aquatic species Sports are a great way to diversify 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. She is in central America, is known for its colorful beaches with azure waters on the Atlantic and Caribbean coasts. 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. Island state prized for its luxurious beach area, 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.
– famous islands The Indian Ocean is 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 islands in the Pacific Ocean. They are known for their excellent wedding venues, luxury holiday, 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 beckons with its outlandish places and virgin 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 |
If you have not yet decided in which corner of the world you would like to bask in the sand this year, and applying for visas and fussing with documents seems like a nightmare to you, then this article is definitely for you. We have selected 9 places with the most fantastic beaches, which are as easy as pie to get to!
Türkiye
It should be remembered that in the north of the country the water in the sea does not warm up too quickly, so it’s worth going to these parts in the middle of summer, but southern shores The Mediterranean Sea is a completely different matter. The coast of the Marmara Sea is suitable for lovers active rest, beginner divers will be delighted by the Aegean Sea.
Visa. You can enjoy your holiday without a visa or fees here for 60 days, and for 149 Turkish lira you can extend this pleasure for another 3 months.
South Korea
For lovers of something unusual, a holiday on the beaches of the East China, Yellow or Japan Seas is perfect. In addition, South Korean cities are famous for their amazing spa resorts, hot springs and incredibly scenic areas.
Visa. You can vacation here without a visa for 60 days.
Maldives
Despite the enormous popularity Maldives, you can still look forward to the privacy of the beaches and the opportunity to enjoy the pristine nature of this stunning place. Holidays here will appeal to both fans of water and underwater sports, as well as those who like to lie in the sun. Don't forget to admire the coral reefs or watch the giant sea turtles.
Visa. Right at the airport after your flight, you will be given a free visa allowing you to stay on the islands for 30 days.
Cyprus
Both a group of young people who want to have fun all day long, as well as a sedate family with children, as well as people accustomed to a luxurious secluded relaxation vacation, will get unforgettable pleasure from a vacation in these parts. Cyprus has something suitable for everyone.
Visa. In just one day, you will easily receive a single-entry e-visa, which will allow you to vacation in Cyprus for 90 days in a row.
Montenegro
From June to October it is ready to offer you not only the beautiful sea, but also visits to many exciting attractions, the opportunity to enjoy spa treatments and healing mud. This country will also appeal to fans of diving, rafting and trekking.
Visa. You can stay in Montenegro for up to 30 days without a visa.
Abkhazia
You can visit this magnificent, mesmerizing region even without a passport. The Black Sea, secluded and quiet beaches, fantastic lakes, majestic views and fabulous, tranquil landscapes will win your heart forever, and the picture will be complemented by local colorful cuisine and very impressive sights.
Visa. Citizens of the Russian Federation will not need a visa or a passport to visit Abkhazia.
Israel
The Mediterranean coast of Israel will delight lovers of noisy parties and incessant parties, and certainly will not leave surfers indifferent. For those who are looking for real resort conditions, the coast of the warm Red Sea is perfect. And for those who want to completely relax, it’s best to go to the beaches of the Dead Sea.
Visa. Russian citizens can stay in Israel without a visa for up to 90 days a year.
Morocco
Lovers of distant countries and true exotics will love the Moroccan ocean coasts. Men will be attracted by unforgettable fishing and an exciting journey around Western Sahara, and women will not be able to resist the romantic and picturesque Mediterranean beaches. In addition to a beach holiday, you can enjoy the stunning flavor of the Moroccan region.
Visa. To stay here for 90 days you do not need a visa, but you do need a passport.
Madagascar
A trip to this island will be memorable with its stunning flora and fauna, one of the most unique and impressive in the whole world. In addition, we can confidently say that nowhere else on the planet will you find such amazing landscapes and views. And don't forget to breathe when you first see the beaches in the west and north of the island.
Visa. After the flight, you will be issued a visa for a stay of up to 30 days absolutely free of charge.