Places to stay without a visa. Cheap visa-free countries. Asia and Oceania

Which visa-free countries Are Russians granted entry without a visa this year? Current for today and full list visa-free countries for tourists from Russia. Beach holiday the sea is very close! 2019 has already come into its own, and the upcoming 2020 will come very quickly (summer will fly by without blinking an eye).

Visa is one of the reasons why many Russian tourists are postponing their beach holiday. Since you are already looking for countries with a visa-free regime, and you are a citizen of Russia, then you do not need to explain what a tourist (Schengen) visa is and how to get it.

Stop working, it's time to relax

For those who are “in the tank”: a tourist visa is needed to visit a number of countries for a short period (during a stay on a tour package, for a beach holiday, while traveling).

In our experience, it is best to obtain a visa from a visa or travel agency. This way you will save both time and money. To understand, the obtaining procedure requires a number of documents and cash(consular fee, photographs, translation, income certificates, etc.).

“Savages” and free travelers may be denied a visa more often than those who purchased it from an agency!

Visa-free countries, for entry into which you do not need not only a visa, but also an international passport - Where you can go without a passport

This is our neighboring countries:

Armenia
Belarus
Kazakhstan
South Ossetia

Visits to these countries are allowed for 90 days, except for Belarus (without restrictions).

Visa-free countries for Russians in 2019 list of countries in Europe, Asia, America, Africa

Here is a list of countries where a passport is required (no visa required):

Azerbaijan (90 days, registration within 3 days)
Antigua and Barbuda (1 month, return tickets required)
Argentina (3 months, air tickets, top-up account)
Albania (from May 15 to November 1, 2017 - visa-free)
Bahamas (90 days)
Barbados (28 days)
Bosnia and Herzegovina (1 month, Europe)
Botswana (90 days, $300 with you)
Brazil (3 months, hotel booked)
Venezuela (90 days in half a year)
Vanuatu (1 month)
Vietnam (15 days), at least 30 days after previous entry
Haiti (3 months, airport tax 60 bucks)
Guyana (90 days), became visa-free from November 27, 2015.
Gambia (56 days)
Guatemala (90 days)
Honduras (90 days)
Hong Kong (14 days)
Grenada (90 days)
Georgia (365 days), +5 days
Guam (up to 45 days)
Dominica (21 days)
Dominican Republic (30 days)
Israel (90 days)
Indonesia (30 days), but previously they issued a visa at the border
Colombia (90 days)
Kyrgyzstan (60 days), and previously there was entry with a Russian passport
Costa Rica (30 days)
Cuba (90 days, subject to return tickets)
Laos (15 days)
Mauritius (up to 60 days), but it was 90...
Macedonia (up to 90 days within six months, Europe)
Macau (30 days)
Malaysia (30 days)
Maldives(30 days)
Morocco (3 months)
Micronesia (30 days, return tickets)
Moldova (entry with international passport)
Mongolia (30 days, a total of no more than 90 in each 180-day period)
Namibia (3 months)
Nauru (14 days)
Nicaragua (90 days)
Niue (30 days)
Cook Islands (31 days)
Panama (90 days)
Paraguay (90 days)
Peru (90 days)
El Salvador (up to 90 days)
Seychelles (30 days), but there were specials. permission upon arrival.
Swaziland (1 month)
Northern Mariana Islands(45 days if return tickets are available)
Saint Kitts and Nevis (up to 3 months)
Saint Lucia (up to 6 weeks)
Serbia (30 days, Europe)
Tajikistan (entry with international passport)
Thailand (30 days)
Trinidad and Tobago (90 days)
Tunisia (up to 3 months)
Türkiye (60 days, Europe)
Uzbekistan (entry with a foreign passport, 90 days and registration, more than 4,700 hryvnia with you)
Ukraine (90 days within 180, entry with a foreign passport)
Uruguay (up to 90 days within six months)
Fiji (4 months, return tickets)
Philippines (30 days)
Montenegro (90 days, Europe), and before it was 30
Chile (up to 90 days)
Ecuador (90 days)
South Africa (from March 30, 2017, the visa is officially canceled! 90 days)
South Korea (60 days, but not more than 90 days in six months)
Jamaica (90 days)

By the way, you can visit Singapore and a number of Chinese countries by “flight” (in transit).

List of countries with visa-free transit and how long you can stay

For example, you decided to go on vacation to Thailand and noticed that you can purchase air tickets with transit through China. It turns out that you fly to one country, and you will visit (at least for a few hours) another. Such visa-free transits (overflights) are often even cheaper than direct ones.

But don't relax. There are some subtleties, or rather rules. Each such transit country has its own laws. In China, it is necessary for a transit flight: air tickets for English language, and count your stay time - this is very important.

And here is a list of countries that provide visa-free transit:

UK - (24 hours)
New Zealand (if final destination is Australia) - (24 hours)
Romania - (24 hours)
Bulgaria - (36 hours)
China (Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Chengdu, Chongqing) - 72 hours).
Singapore - (96 hours)

Countries where a visa must be issued at the border and how much it costs

Bangladesh (15 days, 50 dollars)
Bahrain (14 days, $65)
Belize (up to 30 days, $50)
Bolivia (up to 30 days, $50)
Burundi (30 days, with special permission from the country’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, 90 bucks)
East Timor (only in international airport And seaport Dili, up to 30 days, 30$)
Gabon (30 days, visa is issued online in advance, $100)
Ghana (up to 90 days, with visa permit, $100)
Guinea-Bissau (30 days, e-visa, 64 euros)
Djibouti (1 month, $90)
Egypt (30 days, free “Sinai stamp” - 15 days, $25)
Zambia (90 days tourist visa, 30 days business visa, 50 bucks)
Zimbabwe (90 days tourist visa, 30 days business visa, 3 days transit visa, $30)
India (30 days with online visa approval, select airports only, $60)
Jordan (30 days, $55)
Iraq (14 days, applies to Kurdistan Region only, requires visa permission from the Kurdistan Ministry of Foreign Affairs)
Iran (30 days, the islands of Kish and Qeshm do not require a visa, 30-80 euros), but there were only 14 days, a visa is no longer required for tourist group trips to Iran
Cape Verde (30 days, 20 euros)
Cambodia (1 month, $35)
Qatar (1 month, $27, $1,500 on card)
Kenya (3 months, from 09/01/2015 with eVisa, $51)
Cyprus (90 days, free with proVisa issued online)
China (Hainan Island only - up to 15 days, Dalian airport - transit 7 days, a number of ground checkpoints for border residents
territories)
Comoros (14 days, $50)
Kuwait (1 month under a number of conditions - you need an invitation from a Kuwaiti tour operator, $30)
Lebanon (subject to certain conditions; 3 months)
Madagascar (90 days)
Mauritania ($50)
Mexico (free, up to 180 days, electronic permit issued in advance)
Myanmar (with eVisa, up to 28 days, $50)
Nepal (90 days, $30-90)
Nicaragua ($10, 90 days)
Palau (30 days, 50 bucks)
Paraguay (up to 90 days)
Pitcairn (up to 14 days; 35 bucks)
Rwanda ($100, 90 days)
Samoa Western (60 days)
Sao Tome and Principe (if you have a visa issued online, $20)
Saint Helena Island (up to 183 days, does not apply to Ascension Island and the Tristan da Cunha archipelago)
Senegal, (became visa-friendly, only through the consulate)
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (up to 30 days)
Syria (up to 15 days)
Singapore ($40, 30 days e-visa, can be in transit for 96 hours)
Somalia ($50, 30 days)
Suriname (2 months; with permission from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Suriname, $30)
Tanzania (90 days - tourist visa, 14 days - transit, $50)
Togo (7 days, $17)
Tonga (31 days, free)
Tuvalu (1 month, free)
Turkmenistan (10 days, you need an invitation from an individual or legal entity in Turkmenistan, 155 bucks)
Uganda (90 days)
Central African Republic (7 days)
Sri Lanka (transit - up to 48 hours, tourist - up to 30 days, $30-35)
Eritrea (1 month with a visa permit issued by the host party at the Immigration Service, $50)
Ethiopia (1 month, only at the airport, 50$)

List of countries with online (easy) visa

Australia (visa application online), but it was only at consulates.
Bahrain (visa online)
Gabon (visa online), but it was at the border
Guinea-Bissau
Cyprus (minimum documents at the consulate, or visa online)
Kuwait
Mexico (visa online possible)
Montserrat (visa applied online)
Myanmar (visa applied online)
Rwanda (visa applied online)
Niger
UAE (visa can be issued online or upon arrival at the airport, but more expensive)
Singapore (visa is issued online)

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Visa-free countries with the sea for Russians 2019: list of Top 9 countries with inexpensive beach holidays in summer and winter

Where can you go on an inexpensive holiday at sea without a visa in 2019? Where can you safely soak up the sand next to the sea? And how you don’t want to waste time getting a visa - Brrrr...

List of Top 9 visa-free countries for Russian citizens, where they offer comfortable and inexpensive beach holidays at sea in summer and winter:

Do you want to know in which country you can sunbathe on the beach inexpensively without a visa?

Türkiye - the best beach holiday without visas, no problems! The most popular destination for Russians in 2019

First place on the list inexpensive countries without visa control we give it to Turkey. Why do you think the Russian people are so eager to come to the shores of Antalya? Everything is very clear, here you have the best and most comfortable stay! It’s cheap, beautiful (even “luxury”) and accessible.

And everything is fine today with tours, air tickets, hotels, and weather in Turkey!

Just imagine that on an all-inclusive tourist package for 2 adults and 2 children, we paid only 96 thousand rubles. Even at the airport there is a huge banner in Russian “Welcome Home”!

Five-star hotel “Ali Bey Resort”, amazing, clear, warm sea. "Swedish" ( Buffet) with so much food that it makes your eyes wide open. Breakfast, second (late) breakfast, lunch and dinner. There was simply plenty of food. Drinks and alcohol in countless quantities and for every color and taste.

Find a great tour →

In the meantime, let’s move on to the country that took 2nd place in our ranking of visa-free countries for Russians.

Thailand

A paradise in Asia - Thailand has very often begun to attract our fellow countrymen with its almost white sandy beaches with clear water. The most popular resorts are Phuket Island, Pattaya, Koh Samui, Bangkok, Krabi. Flight time is 15-16 hours from the capital of Russia. You can stay for a month without a visa.

Russians do not need a visa to this country, only a foreign passport. It rains most often in summer, so it’s worth going here between November and April. Inexpensive hotels, inexpensive food, inexpensive service and a fabulous view by the sea.

Morocco - without a sea visa

Not telling you that it's inexpensive here would be lying. But a holiday with an Arabian twist and Turkish luxury is guaranteed here. You can relax on the beaches right away Atlantic Ocean And Mediterranean Sea. The visa-free regime lasts a maximum of 3 months.

Main resorts: Agadir, Marrakech, Essaouira, Casablanca, Fet.

Tunisia

An alternative holiday in Turkey - inexpensive! Steps are building up here travel business. But what about: the warm sea is available all year round, clear blue (turquoise) water invites you to swim, relatively cheap beach service, especially with children.

Today, visa-free stay in this country is 3 months. Popular resorts: Hammamet, Sousse, Monastir, Mahdia, Carthage, Sidi Bou Said.

Israel

Connoisseurs of beach holidays and visa-free travel can return to the homeland of Jesus - Israel. Just think about it and imagine: medicinal hot springs - good for health, three seas at once - Mediterranean, Dead and Red, ancient cultural and historical values, attractions and water parks for children.

You can stay and relax here for a maximum of 90 days.

Montenegro

Holidays in Montenegro are divided: beach in summer, and in winter skiing. Most attractive resort city of Budva. Here you can relax on the beach or improve your health in a sanatorium.

Our tourists also like the Montenegro resort, which attracts with its slender cliffs, gentle Adriatic Sea and budget options. Without a visa you can enjoy a holiday of up to 30 days.

More details about this country and best resorts Abkhazia, where is the best place to relax in our article:.

Vietnam is an inexpensive visa-free country for Russians

Two weeks (visa-free regime) is enough to enjoy the amazing nature - flora and fauna. It is better to come on vacation to Vietnam in winter, although the beach season lasts all year round. If we talk in this case about the south coast.

In summer it rains more often and even typhoons occur, more often on the northern coast.

The food and housing here are quite inexpensive, and that’s why Russians began to visit Vietnam more and more every year.

P.S.: If you don’t “bother” at all with either a visa or an international passport - don’t go through these “circles of hell” of bureaucratic rules and laws, then you should pay attention to what lies right in front of your nose - and the Krasnodar Territory .

P.P.S.: As new rules change and are introduced, this list of visa-free countries for Russians will be updated and, if possible, changed.

Don't want to bother with visa applications? And it is not necessary! For Russians in 2020 there are many visa-free countries. We have compiled a complete list + of countries with simplified entry. Total 126 countries! Find out where you can fly to the sea without a visa. Choose and relax!

List of visa-free countries for Russians in 2020

Russians in 2020 can simply pack a suitcase and visit without a visa 77 countries and territories. Five of them don’t even have a passport! But in Europe, only five countries are open for visa-free entry, without Schengen.

But in South America- bliss. There you can literally travel without borders - they give you 90 days for each country, and at the checkpoint they only ask for a foreign passport. Well, many Asian countries are visa-free for Russians.

According to a general passport

(90 days)
Armenia (180 days)
Belarus (90 days)
(90 days)
Kyrgyzstan (90 days)

Europe without a visa

Albania (90 days, usually only between 1 April and 31 October)
Bosnia and Herzegovina (30 days): tickets →
Macedonia (90 days): tickets →
Serbia (30 days): tickets →
(30 days):

Ex-USSR abroad

(90 days)
(up to one year):
Moldova (90 days)
Uzbekistan (unlimited)
Ukraine (90 days)
Tajikistan (up to 90 days)

Where is it calm and safe? Look - we compared countries by natural disasters, wars and terrorism, peacefulness and attitude towards tourists.

Baku is wonderful sunny city. We visited it without a visa.

South America and West Indies

Antigua and Barbuda (90 days)
Argentina (90 days)
Bahamas (90 days): tickets →
Barbados (28 days)
Bolivia (90 days)
(90 days): tickets →
Venezuela (90 days)
Haiti (90 days)
Guyana (90 days)
Guatemala (90 days)
Honduras (90 days)
Grenada (90 days)
Dominica (90 days)
(60 days):
Colombia (90 days)
Costa Rica (90 days)
(30 days):
Nicaragua (90 days)
Panama (90 days)
Paraguay (90 days)
Peru (90 days)
El Salvador (90 days)
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (up to 90 days)
Saint Kitts and Nevis (up to 90 days)
Saint Lucia (up to 42 days)
Suriname (90 days)
Turks and Caicos (up to 90 days)
Trinidad and Tobago (90 days)
Uruguay (90 days)
Chile (90 days)
Ecuador (90 days)
(30 days)

You can vacation in the Dominican Republic for 60 days without a visa. We had enough 10 days for a beach holiday and to travel halfway across the country by car. Then we flew to Cuba.

Africa

Botswana (30 days)
Gambia (56 days)
(60 days)
(90 days):
Namibia (90 days)
Swaziland (30 days)
(30 days):
(90 days):
South Africa (90 days)

Legzira is ours favorite place in Marocco.

Asia and Oceania

Vanuatu (30 days)
(15 days, for a longer period you need to apply electronically):
(14 days): tickets →
(90 days):
(30 days): tickets →
Cook Islands (31 days)
Laos (15 days)
Macau (30 days)
(30 days)
(90 days, free):
Micronesia (30 days)
Mongolia (30 days)
Niue (30 days)
(90 days):
Northern Cyprus (90 days)
(30 days):
Taiwan (14 days)
(60 days):
Fiji (up to 4 months)
(30 days): tickets →
(60 days)

This is one of the islands where we vacationed in the Maldives. Nice place! And it turned out very inexpensive.

Visa on arrival - 32 countries

If such an impressive list of visa-free countries for Russians is not enough for you, then choose countries with a visa at the border. In 2020, you can fly away without unnecessary hassle and waiting. to 32 countries- You will be issued a visa upon arrival at the airport.

In some places you will have to pay, but in others they will install it for free. To obtain such a visa, you usually need to show a ticket back or to a third country, a hotel reservation and sufficient amount. Requirements vary individually, please check on the consulate’s websites.

Asia and Oceania

Bangladesh (15 days)
Bahrain (30 days)
(30 days)
Iran (30 days)
(30 days, can be done online)
Lebanon (30 days, free visa at Beirut airport)
Myanmar (30 days)
Nepal (15-90 days)
Palau (30 days)
Pitcairn (14 days)
Samoa (60 days, free)
East Timor (30 days, to Dili)
Tonga (1 month, free)
Tuvalu (1 month, free)
Turkmenistan (10 days, paid, issued at Ashgabat airport, you need to have an invitation)

(photo © dibaer / flickr.com)

Africa

Burundi (30 days, permission from the country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs is required)
Guinea-Bissau (90 days)
Djibouti (30 days)
(30 days or 15 days on Sinai peninsula with a free visa)
Zambia (30-90 days)
Zimbabwe (30-90 days)
(30 days)
Comoros (14 days)
Madagascar (30 or 90 days)
Mozambique (30 days, at Maputo airport)
Nauru (14 days)
Rwanda (30 days)
(90 days)
Togo (7 days, can be extended up to 90 days)
Uganda (90 days)
Eritrea (30 days)
Ethiopia (up to 90 days at Bole Airport)

(photo © Guybrush Tripwood / flickr.com)

Electronic visa - 18 countries

An e-visa is convenient and saves a lot of time and nerves. Usually you need to fill out a form, send a photo of yourself and your passport, pay a fee and then print a visa. In some cases, you pay not for the E-Visa, but for the permit - the visa itself will be given at the border. Find a list of countries where you can travel without a traditional visa in 2020:

Australia	3, 6 or 12 months. Submit online. BUT you need to pass biometrics): tickets →
Gabon	1, 2, 3 or 6 months
	60 days.
	90 days, extendable for another 90 days
	90 days, free. . BUT only a direct flight from the Russian Federation.
Ivory Coast	3 months
	up to 180 days, free, order online. If Schengen is open, just fly. Tickets →
Montserrat	1 year, multiple entry
Myanmar	28 days with a visa validity of 90 days
Oman	10 or 30 days, single and multi. There is an annual multi, but you can stay on it for 30 days. Book Tickets →
Solomon islands	3 months, free
Sierra Leone	30 days
	30 days.

Where can you fly inexpensively without a visa?

Do you want to relax on a budget and without visas? Select a country from those listed below. We have compiled a list of visa-free countries for Russians in 2020.

Abkhazia
Vietnam
Georgia
Israel
India
Morocco
Tunisia
Egypt
Türkiye
Montenegro
South Korea

Antalya. We flew to Turkey 4 times. Türkiye is a combo: no visa, inexpensive, close, warm, great service, cool sights, amazing cuisine. What else do you need for a perfect vacation?

Where to go to the sea without a visa

Abkhazia
Azerbaijan
Bahamas
Vietnam
Georgia
Dominican Republic
Costa Rica
Türkiye
Seychelles
Tunisia
Montenegro
Israel
Mauritius
Malaysia
Maldives
Morocco
Madagascar
Indonesia
Philippines
South America
Jamaica

We lived in Phuket for several months. Banana Beach is one of my favorite beaches. It is remote and secluded.

Which countries can you visit with a Schengen or US visa?

With an open Schengen visa, of course, you can visit 26 European countries: Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Greece, Spain, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Germany, Portugal, Sweden, Italy, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Slovenia , Hungary, Norway, Iceland, Switzerland, Liechtenstein.

San Marino, Monaco and Andorra are also available to Schengen holders, but for some the visa must be double or multi-entry - check this.

But few people know that with a Schengen visa you can also visit Albania, Bulgaria, Croatia, Romania, Cyprus, the island of Bonaire, Saba and St. Eustatius, the island of Curacao and St. Maarten, Gibraltar, Reunion, French Guiana and Mexico!

Open for US visa: Mexico, Albania, Bermuda, Turks and Caicos, Guam and Mariana Islands.

Attention. Check in advance what type of visa is needed to visit these countries and territories - multi-entry or single-entry. And also how many days you can stay.

Introductory image source: © Noah Buscher / unsplash.com.

Very soon summer will come to Russia and many of our compatriots will be faced with the question of a trip to the sea. After all, after a long winter, you really want to plunge into the warm waves and completely forget about problems and worries. But most Russians are embarrassed by traveling to countries where they have to apply for a visa. This process sometimes becomes quite costly and lengthy, especially for those who live in remote areas of our country. Therefore, cheap tours to countries with a visa-free regime for Russian citizens are in great demand.

Advantages of a visa-free holiday

A trip to the sea abroad without a visa gives travelers many advantages. Keep in mind that spontaneous trips to the southern shores are only possible to countries with a visa-free regime. That is, if you suddenly have a couple free days, and you want to spend them on the coast, then only visa-free tours will be available to you.

Keep in mind that applying for a visa will require additional costs, and before a vacation such expenses are highly undesirable for any family. Therefore, visa-free tours are always much cheaper than those that include the collection and sending of documents.

Thanks to countries that do not require a visa for Russians, travelers can even visit several countries in one trip. Our compatriots quite often take advantage of this, trying to see as much as possible and get the most out of their seaside holiday.

If you prefer independent trips, rather than traveling as part of tourist group, then the question of where to go without a sea visa should be key for you. All tour operators know that visa centers are much more willing to issue visas to organized tourists, and independent travelers may be denied entry into a particular country. The British and Americans adhere to this practice especially often. It is also quite difficult to obtain; it is issued only if many rules are followed.

Based on all of the above, it is not surprising that our compatriots prefer a vacation that does not require a visa. Let's find out where to go without a sea visa.

Countries where Russians will not require a visa

Almost 80% of success depends on the choice of country. And only 20% of the success comes from the hotel and the mood of the vacationers themselves. If you are interested in where to go without a sea visa, then our list will be very useful to you:

Montenegro;
Türkiye;
Vietnam;
Thailand;
Dominican Republic;
Israel;
Maldives;
Morocco.

An impressive list, isn't it? Almost every Russian can relax in the listed countries, and the variety of options will make it possible not only to go to the first country you come across, but to carefully choose a suitable resort. Moreover, we have not included all countries on our list. In fact, there are more than fifty of them, but we decided to consider only the most popular and in-demand destinations among our compatriots.

Montenegro: holiday features for Russians

If you dream of a seaside destination where you don't need a visa, then consider Montenegro. It has a lot of advantages over already mastered tourist routes and also treats quite budget countries, which is important in the context of the ongoing economic crisis around the world.

Many travel agencies Moscow and other Russian cities offer cheap tours to Montenegro for seven or ten days. Usually their cost varies between twenty and forty thousand rubles. For independent travelers It is also quite easy to get to the resorts of Montenegro - regular flights depart from many cities to Tivat and Podgorica. The cost of round trip tickets starts from ten thousand rubles. Absolutely anyone can rent housing in Montenegro, and the prices for rooms in hotels and hostels will please Russians who are saving their budget. For example, the number in good hotel Tivat costs from 15 euros. Of course, you can stay in the most luxurious hotels in the country, but in this case, be prepared to pay from fifty euros per day.

Russians can stay in Montenegro without a visa for thirty days; you only need a passport and medical insurance. Please note that the last point is not mandatory, but will greatly facilitate your stay in the country. Keep in mind that you must be registered with a special department for working with foreigners. If you plan to stay in a hotel or hostel, then the reception staff will do this for one euro. But those who will live in rented apartments will have to do it themselves. Otherwise, when leaving Montenegro you will face a very large fine (at least two hundred euros).

Türkiye: the most favorite destination of Russian tourists

We will not describe the delights of a holiday on the Mediterranean and Aegean Sea in Turkey. All the advantages of these famous resorts Every Russian has experienced it at least once in his life. Many of our compatriots have come here for several years to whole year recharge yourself with the energy of this hospitable country.

According to Russian tour operators, in 2017, due to the resumption of flights to Turkey, a real boom in this direction is expected. Now early booking breaks all records, and in the future travel agents hope to sell more a large number of"last minute" travel packages.

According to the agreement between Russia and Turkey, citizens of our country can stay on the territory of the Turkish state for no more than 90 days. In the zone customs control travelers receive a stamped visa free of charge. Moreover, you can enter the country several times in six months. The main thing that total days did not exceed ninety.

Vietnam: holidays in hospitable Asia

Hospitable Vietnam has long gained popularity among Russians. Therefore, if you are wondering where to go without a sea visa, then be sure to pay attention to this Asian country. IN last years Quite warm relations have been established between Vietnam and Russia, which have made visa policy extremely flexible.

For tourist trip our compatriots do not need to apply for a visa; they can stay in Vietnam for fifteen days. This is quite enough to get to know the country and spend time on the luxurious beaches of the South China Sea.

If you plan to live in Vietnam for a longer period of time, then consider applying for a visa. But usually this process is not of interest to tourists who come only for the sea and the sun.

Thailand: the most affordable holiday for Russians

Holidays in Thailand have long been classified as budget ones; a trip for a week can be purchased for only fifteen to twenty thousand rubles. And you can vacation in this country almost all year round. Of course, it is worth considering that from April to August it rains in Thailand, but it does not at all prevent tourists from enjoying warm sea. The fact is that they are usually short-lived, and then sunny and hot weather is restored.

The high season in the kingdom begins in November and lasts until April; during this period, the most tourists come to the resorts of Thailand. Russians can stay in the country for thirty days; upon entering the kingdom, they must show return tickets. Failure to have a paid flight to any other country may serve as grounds for refusal of entry into Thailand.

Our compatriots who are ready to spend more than one month in the land of smiles use a visa-run. Many Russians take advantage of this loophole in Thai law. To be able to vacation in Thailand for another month, they travel outside of Thailand and immediately return back. You can do this procedure no more than three times.

Beach holidays in the Dominican Republic

What is the Dominican Republic? Oh, this is just a great holiday snow-white beaches under rustling palm trees. It is simply impossible to forget a few weeks spent in this hospitable country. Therefore, it is worth thinking about organizing a holiday in the Dominican Republic, especially since Russians do not need a visa to this country.

To enter our compatriots will need a foreign passport and tourist voucher, which can be purchased for ten dollars right in the customs control area. This document will allow tourists to vacation in the Dominican Republic for thirty days. In the future, when contacting the country's migration service, this period can be extended to three months. The cost of such a service does not exceed twenty dollars.

Dead Sea resorts: holidays for Russians

Israel is a special country that attracts Russians with incredible historical monuments and the opportunity to improve your health. It is worth noting that Russia ranks second in the world in the number of tourists going on holiday to Israel. Only residents of the United States are ahead of our compatriots; they most often choose the Promised Land as their vacation destination.

The rules for entry into Israel for Russians are quite simple. They include the following items:

international passport valid for six months;
medical insurance;
tickets and hotel reservations;
documents confirming solvency.

If all documents are in order, Russians will receive a free stamp in their passport, allowing them to stay in Israel for ninety days. Keep in mind that the visa-free regime only applies to trips that do not involve making a profit. Otherwise you will need a visa.

Visa to the Maldives for Russians: is there such a need?

Of course, the Maldives is far from a budget holiday, but it is worth it. Island state is characterized by incredible natural beauty, and the sea in the Maldives is difficult to describe in words, it is often called a “fairy tale world”. Our compatriots, who prefer a beach holiday with standard entertainment in the form of diving and snorkeling, have long appreciated the hospitality of this distant island state. Every year, the Maldives is visited by millions of tourists from all over the world and the percentage of Russians among them is steadily increasing.

In order for our compatriot to get to heaven, there is no need to receive. Russians can stay in the Maldives for thirty days by purchasing a tourist voucher for ten dollars in the customs control zone. Don’t forget that to enter the country you will also need medical insurance and a document confirming your solvency (you must have at least one hundred dollars per day).

Travel to Morocco without a visa

Morocco is a rather exotic route for our compatriots. But every year interest in this country increases, especially since it is actively developing in the field of tourism. The beaches of Morocco are located on the shores of the Atlantic and Mediterranean Sea, they are distinguished by wide strips of snow-white sand that looks perfectly clean.

It is worth noting that best beaches are located on the Atlantic coast, but the water in the ocean can surprise you with its coolness even in forty-degree heat. The shores of the Mediterranean Sea are more hospitable, but the terrain itself is not conducive to relaxation - there are many cliffs and slopes.

No need, our compatriots can rest here for up to three months. Usually, two weeks are enough for tourists to enjoy the sea and local attractions.

Of course, everyone wants to relax by the sea, but not everyone can afford a luxury hotel and the most expensive restaurants. What to do in this case? Just be more responsible about your vacation and plan everything in advance, and our tips will help you save a little on your travel budget:

try not to be tempted by week-long seaside tours - in fact, they are much more expensive than longer trips;
try to plan your trip on your own - feel free to communicate with hotel representatives (fortunately there are electronic translators everywhere now), buy tickets yourself and choose non-group excursions;
Living in an apartment is an option that will allow you to significantly save on rent, because hotels always cost at least twice as much;
if you live in a rented apartment, you will save on breakfast and dinner - you can prepare them yourself;
in Asian countries it is very profitable to rent a motorbike and travel around all the sights on your own;
plan your vacation for the low season - at this time prices for tours are reduced several times;
buy all products at the markets where you buy them local residents, - the prices in such retail outlets will pleasantly surprise you.

A seaside holiday does not have to turn into a complicated journey with a lot of paperwork and spending large sums of money. In the modern world, almost everyone can afford to soak up the seaside if they are ready to get acquainted with this huge and beautiful world.

Hello, dear readers of the blog site. In this publication I want to briefly talk about the most popular places, or rather about the countries where you can go relax without a visa.

The list of visa-free countries for Russian citizens is current for 2016-2017 and is based on reliable information Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation. So if you decide, just in case you are a fireman, to double-check the article below, you are welcome to go here.

There are about 67 of them (visa-free countries). At the end of the article you will find a complete list of them, but now let’s look at the 10 most popular of them among our compatriots.

Thailand. Visa-free stay up to 30 days

First place could have been given to Turkey or Egypt, if not for one BUT. And it’s significant. In November 2015, the Turkish Air Force shot down a Russian military aircraft that allegedly violated its air border, after which tour operators were banned from selling trips to this country, and regular flights to Turkey from Russia were also suspended. Now, a year and a half later, it has been reopened, but Russian tourists have not yet managed to return this country to first place in popularity among tourist countries.

There is the same problem with Egypt. After the Russian civil aircraft A321 was shot down in the skies over Egypt, flights from Russia to this country ceased. IN this moment active checks are being carried out by special services of both countries in terms of improving the safety of Russian tourists.

Therefore - Thailand! You will not need a visa if your stay in this country is no more than 30 days. Some of the most popular cities in Thailand are Phuket, Koh Samui and Chiang Mai. Why didn't I indicate Pattaya city? Most likely because recently tourists returning from their next trip have not spoken favorably about it. They say: “..there is nothing to do there, just a small street with entertainment, and the beaches are far from clean.” Therefore, if you want to please your eyes, you can try swimming on neighboring islands on a ferryboat. You can also read about this - quite an interesting article with many photos about the trip.

I’ll add that at the beginning of 2017, interest in Turkey is beginning to gain momentum and tour operators, catching this trend, are beginning to offer incredibly profitable deals. If we consider a trip to the end of June, then you can fly for 14 days to a 5-star hotel with a family of 2 adults and 2 children over 2 years old for 100 rubles. (all inclusive). By comparison, Bulgaria also offers tours under such conditions for 195-250 rubles.

Israel

Israel. Visa-free stay up to 90 days

Israel is increasingly attracting tourists from Russia. Pilgrims are attracted by numerous biblical shrines, tourists who want to relax are attracted by numerous beaches and interesting sights. For the latter, there are three seas at once: the Dead, the Mediterranean and the Red. On the Dead Sea there are mud baths, on the Mediterranean there are waves, magnificent sunsets, on the Red Sea there is a charming underwater world and magnificent sandy beaches.

Vietnam

Vietnam. Visa-free stay up to 15 days

A country where you can spend a great two weeks not only basking in the sun, lying on the beach, but also actively traveling to various attractions, of which there are a great many in Vietnam. An extensive hotel base will allow travelers to easily find places to stay in a wide variety of categories. Vietnam is ancient shrines, temple complexes unknown civilizations, delicious and healthy food, one of the cheapest diving in the world.

Montenegro

Montenegro. Visa-free stay up to 30 days

Montenegro (Montenegro) is an exotic country with a mild climate and beautiful nature. She is in demand among amateurs budget holiday on the Adriatic Sea. To stay in this country, Russian citizens will need proof of place of residence, essentially an ordinary hotel reservation, at least for a day, if you want to travel around this country and have not yet drawn up a final itinerary. The islands of Sveti Stefan, Becici and Budva are popular among tourists. The climate in Montenegro is similar to the climate in Crimea.

Dominican Republic

Dominican Republic. Visa-free stay up to 30 days

The Dominican Republic is a paradise surrounded by the waves of the Caribbean Sea in the east of the island of Haiti. Endless beaches with white sand and a gentle azure sea, coral reefs, palm trees and bright sunshine are the exotic things that tourists tired of the daily routine come for. Worthy of attention tourist attractions - National parks and local architecture are pleasing to the eye. Resorts that are most popular among tourists are Punta Cana, Puerto Plata and La Romana. It deserves special attention. People from all over the world come here to dive into the underwater world.

Unfortunately, a holiday in the Dominican Republic is far from budget-friendly, due at least to the high cost of flights there and back. Plus, the 14-hour flight from Moscow doesn’t make everyone happy.

Cuba

Cuba. Visa-free stay up to 30 days

Cuba is the Island of Freedom, a country friendly to Russia. Magnificent nature, delightful old cities, luxurious beaches, warm climate, fragrant cigars and delicious rum - true Caribbean exoticism. But again, for tourists with above-average income. Although, despite the high cost, the influx of tourists increases all year round. Entertainment: diving, snorkeling, yachting and excellent fishing off the coast for marlin. Some of the most popular resorts are Havana, Holguin, Varadero, Guardalavaca, Playa Esmeralda and the islands of Coco and Largo.

Cyprus

Cyprus. Conditionally visa-free regime

Cyprus is an island state in the eastern Mediterranean Sea. For Russian tourists, a visa is issued upon arrival, or you can apply for a pro-visa online in advance. Unlike the climate in Turkey, Cyprus is not so humid. The climate is very mild, it is always warm here, the sea is clean, the beaches are sandy. Service in hotels is quite adequate, since the country is located in the European Union. The prices are relatively low, although some may argue ;).

In Cyprus you can see both local architecture and religious sites. If you want to have fun, you can go to resort town Ayia Napa.

Maldives

Maldives. Visa-free stay up to 30 days

Maldives - scenic spots in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean. One of the best exotic places. About 1000 islets (atolls) with blue lagoons, white sandy beaches and varied vegetation. Entirely and completely resort area for a relaxing romantic getaway. A high level of service is the main advantage of these places. Most of all, tourists like to relax on the beaches of the North and South Atolls. For lovers active rest Ari Atoll is suitable, for peace and tranquility - Baa, for those who want to admire the splendor of the ocean, Lavian Atoll is suitable.

Malaysia

Malaysia. Visa-free stay up to 30 days

Malaysia boasts not only the magnificent beaches of Kalimantan, but also the unprecedented architecture of its capital - Kuala Lumpur. Virgin nature, clean beaches and excellent service are worth a look, especially since the cost of a tourist package to these places is not so exorbitant, compared to some of the participants in this hot ten. The flight for a tourist from Russia is long, this is a fact, but what he will be able to see upon arrival is beyond words. Luxurious hotels and excellent diving combined with varied and very tasty gastronomy will not leave anyone indifferent to this wonderful country.

Argentina

Argentina. Visa-free stay up to 90 days

Argentina is primarily bright interesting impressions for any tourist. The birthplace of tango, real steaks. Here you can admire the beauty of the Andes, huge glaciers, Iguazu Falls, wander through various museums and look at silver mines. The downside is the long flight, and of course the cost. On average, a trip for a week per person will be about 70 thousand rubles (including flights, accommodation and breakfast at the hotel). I recommend it to those who have never been to this colorful country rich in attractions.

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There are not many countries on the world map that allow visa-free entry for Russians. They can be found in Europe, Asia, Africa and South America and in the former Soviet Union. Such countries are in great demand. This is due to the fact that many people are unable to plan their vacation in advance. The provision of a cherished vacation becomes known in just a few days, when there is no time to apply for a visa. Visa-free countries help out.

Traveling in a month, you have a passport, but no time for a visa to Greece? It doesn’t matter, visa-free countries come to the rescue, where you can spend your vacation no less beautiful and interesting.

It is a small picturesque country near the border with Russia. Even a Russian passport will be suitable for traveling there if the border is crossed at the Psou checkpoint. When entering through the Enguri checkpoint (from Georgia), you must present a foreign passport, it will be stamped with the date of entry.

They are going to Abkhazia to enjoy mountain air, the beauty of nature and Black Sea beaches

They go to Abkhazia to enjoy the mountain air, the beauty of nature and the Black Sea beaches, which are currently half empty. The resorts of Gagra, Sukhum, Pitsunda, famous since Soviet times, New Athos They expect tourists all year round, but the swimming season lasts only until October.

Holidays in Abkhazia can be classified as budget. The cost of 7 nights in a 3* hotel for two, including meals, is no more than 30 thousand rubles. The price of a reserved seat ticket from Moscow to Sukhum for one person is 3,000 rubles.

Georgia is a resort located on the Black Sea and has common border with Russia. The following resorts, known since Soviet times, are located on the coast:

Having chosen a 3* hotel, a tourist will pay from 15,000 rubles for 7 nights. Some hotels include breakfast in the price. Please note that the price does not include travel. Vacationers can independently choose the method of arrival at their destination that is convenient for them. You can get to the country from Russia not only by plane, but also by train or own car.

Egypt

Amazing and Dreamland, washed by the Mediterranean and Red Seas. Egypt is interesting to tourists for its combination of year-round beach holidays and a variety of excursion programs. It is especially popular among diving enthusiasts.

Dahab is considered the windiest resort and therefore will be of interest to those who prefer to surf.

Makadi Bay has deserted, secluded beaches. This resort is located near Hurghada - the most... famous resort Egypt. On the northern beaches of Hurghada there are sea urchins.

An amazing and fabulous country washed by the Mediterranean and Red Seas

A hotel in Hurghada for 7 days costs from 25,000 rubles per person.

When visiting Egypt, all Russian citizens must have a visa. You can apply for it directly at the airport of arrival. Its validity period is 30 days. A visa stamp is affixed to the international passport, for which the Russian must pay $25.

Tunisia, despite its location on the African continent, is very comfortable for a holiday, including with children. The warm Mediterranean Sea and snow-white fine sand will delight beach lovers. It is worth considering that in August a large number of jellyfish wash up on the coast of Tunisia, which unpleasantly sting swimmers.

Common tourist destinations are Hammamet, Sousse, and Monastir. For several years, the tourism industry began to actively develop on the island of Djerba, which is located near southern shores mainland Tunisia.

Tunisia, despite its location on the African continent, is very comfortable for a holiday, including with children

The cost of a vacation for economy class tourists will be for 7 nights with full meals from 15 thousand rubles per person including flight.

Tunisia is a visa-free country for Russians if they visit it for tourism purposes for a period of no more than 90 days.

Türkiye is probably the most popular country for Russians to relax. It has the advantage of not requiring a visa, the flight is only 3 hours, and hotel prices can be adjusted to suit any budget. In addition, many tourists combine vacations with excursions and shopping.

You can choose a trip to Turkey on several sea coasts. The most developed by Russians is the Mediterranean Sea. The resorts of Antalya, Belek, Kemer, and Alanya are located here. The cost of 7 nights in an Antalya hotel will be from 38 thousand rubles for two with meals and flights.

Turkey has the advantage of not requiring a visa, the flight is only 3 hours, and hotel prices can be adjusted to suit any budget.

Russian tourists also go to the coast Aegean Sea where the climate is milder. Therefore the prices are slightly higher. A 7-night holiday in Kusadasi will cost 50 thousand rubles for two.

A visa is not required if you are in the country on holiday for less than 60 days. It is required that the passport be valid for at least 4 months.

Montenegro - picturesque European country, located on the shores of the Adriatic Sea. It is worth considering the features of the beaches. They are almost all rocky or concrete here. Also, usually when staying at a hotel, only breakfast is included in the price.

The most popular resort is Budva. It attracts tourists with its service and the opportunity to take walks along the ancient streets. The cost of hotel accommodation in a double room for 7 nights will be from 35 thousand rubles.

Montenegro is a picturesque European country located on the shores of the Adriatic Sea

Herceg Novi is a small cozy town in Montenegro. It is the greenest of all Montenegrin resorts. While relaxing here, you can buy real goods from Italy. Herceg Novi is suitable for budget tourists.

Ulcinj has sandy beaches, when all other resorts are usually pebble or concrete. There are many olive groves here.

In Montenegro, Russian citizens have a visa-free regime for up to 30 days.

List of visa-free countries for more expensive holidays

If you are already tired of Tunisia, Montenegro and Turkey, and want something new and more exotic, we suggest you move your thoughts to other countries. Although they are more expensive, a trip there is an unforgettable memory for the rest of your life.

Morocco attracts tourists with its beaches, ski resorts and excursion programs.

The resorts of Casablanca, Agadir, and Essaoueira offer beach holidays from May to October. The waves on the Atlantic coast are always strong, which contributes to a large influx of surfers. It is better for lovers of antiquity to go to Marrakesh for new impressions.

Morocco attracts tourists with its beaches, ski resorts and excursion programs

The cost of accommodation with meals for 7 nights in Agadir for two will be from 70 thousand rubles.

Lukaimiden and Ifram - just developing ski resorts. Therefore, their prices are quite reasonable.

Russian citizens staying in Morocco for 3 months do not need a visa. If the period of stay in the country exceeds 90 days, then you need to obtain a Permit to Stay in the Country.

Thailand gives all tourists exotic holiday with a rich excursion program.

Pattaya is the most popular and convenient resort. Available great amount hotels and entertainment.

Krabi province is a continuous coastline white sand beaches. There are several islands in Krabi. Some of them are practically deserted. Suitable for relaxation for those tourists who prefer silence and natural beauty untouched by man (Lanta and Phi Phi islands).

Thailand gives all tourists an exotic holiday with a rich excursion program

Resort place Phangan will appeal to young people. Popular seaside parties are held here.

average price vacation for 7 days is 120 thousand rubles. It changes depending on the season.

Thailand attracts Russian citizens with its visa-free regime, the duration of which is limited to 30 days. At the airport, a stamp is affixed with the date of arrival and departure.

Holidays in Argentina amaze with their diversity. You can spend your holiday here not only basking in the sun on the beaches of the Atlantic Ocean. True, the swimming season is quite short from December to March. Argentina attracts tourists with a large number of ski slopes. And their season is longer: from May to October. There are many in the country thermal springs, which are often located on hotel premises.

You can spend your holiday here not only basking in the sun on the beaches of the Atlantic Ocean

Vacationing in Argentina is quite an expensive pleasure. The cost of 7 nights in a hotel with breakfast only will cost more than 300 thousand rubles for two.

Russians can freely visit Argentina without a visa if they stay there for no more than 90 days.

Vietnam is known for its heavenly beaches, which is why tourists flock there. Here you can do the cheapest diving in the world. Vietnam will interest lovers of historical sights and natural beauty.

The Phan Thieu resort, which is called the “Vietnamese Hawaii”, will appeal most to surfing enthusiasts. Another entertainment for tourists is riding on sand dunes on the ice.

Phu Quoc Island is the largest in Vietnam. On its western part there are beaches with white sand and coconut palms. Holidays here are like paradise.

Vietnam is known for its heavenly beaches, which is why tourists flock there

When choosing a hotel, you should take into account that the Vietnamese “three” is equivalent to the European “four”. The cost of a 5-night stay in a hotel on the 1st line is 70–75 thousand rubles for two.

Visa-free visits to Vietnam are limited to 15 days. If the trip is planned for 16 days or more, then you must obtain a visa. It is better to do this in advance by submitting an application to Visa Center.

Holidays in the Dominican Republic can leave unforgettable experience for life. The best time is the period from December to April. In the Dominican Republic, the heat is easily tolerated due to constant soft breezes.

The Juan Dolio resort is protected from sharks by reefs and forms a lagoon with emerald-turquoise water.
Jarabacoa is a resort surrounded by mountain streams and dense forests. It is on this island that ecotourism is most developed. Here are famous waterfalls Dominican Republic.
Boca Chica has a clear, calm sea, protected from wind and predators. This resort has the finest and whitest sand.

The cost of a stay in a 3* hotel for 7 nights including breakfast for two costs around 30,000 rubles. To this price should be added the cost of the flight, which is 10–11 hours, which makes the trip significantly more expensive. The price with flights and meals will be from 120,000 rubles for 2 people.

Holidays in the Dominican Republic can leave unforgettable impressions for a lifetime

Upon entering Dominican Republic As a tourist, you do not need to apply for a visa if the trip lasts less than 30 days. At the airport, you fill out a one-time tourist card, which costs $10.

Association with Israel - Dead and Red Seas. This is one of the most unique countries in the world. Most often, tourists fly to it to improve their health.

The Ein Bokek resort is a health resort where people are treated with the salts and mud of the Dead Sea. The cost of a hotel stay for 2 adults for a week starts from 100 thousand rubles.

This is one of the most unique countries in the world. Most often, tourists fly there to improve their health.

Haifa is another Israeli resort where you can enjoy the wonderful relaxing holiday. There is plenty of nightlife entertainment here.

If a citizen of the Russian Federation intends to visit Israel for a period of up to 90 days for the purpose of tourist recreation or a business trip, you do not need a visa. At the border, you will need compulsory medical insurance, hotel reservations or invitation of relatives.

You can go on vacation to Cuba almost all year round. Exceptions are October and November, when the island experiences severe hurricanes.

The most popular resorts The cubes are Varadero and Holguin. Their beaches are considered some of the best in the world.

For those who love secluded holiday, can choose the island of Cayo Coco. He is nature reserve. There is a beach where flamingos live all year round.

You can go on vacation to Cuba almost all year round

You can relax for 7 nights in hotels with breakfast only for 140–150 thousand for two. This price includes air travel, which takes about 11 hours.

To visit Cuba for 1 month, a visa is not issued. All you need is confirmation of your hotel reservation or an invitation. At the airport you will be asked to fill out a migration card.

A free visa is provided immediately at the airport. Suitable for anyone who prefers a seaside holiday. There are a huge number of coral islands here, each of which can be compared to a piece of paradise. They are located in Indian Ocean. Get to your holiday destination from local airport possible on seaplanes.

Baa Atoll will attract diving enthusiasts. This is where the largest and most luxurious hotel is located.

Gaafu Alifu Atoll is the northernmost in the Maldian archipelago. Surfers loved it. Moreover, of all the atolls it is the cheapest.

A free visa is provided immediately at the airport. Suitable for everyone who prefers a seaside holiday

On Ari Atoll, all the islands are connected by wooden bridges. Bicycles are allowed to ride on them.

Holidays in the Maldives are quite expensive. The approximate cost for 5 nights is from 150–200 thousand rubles for two.

Countries such as Indonesia, Costa Rica, and Malaysia also have a visa-free regime for Russian citizens, which limits the time of stay in the country to 1 month. In Peru and Brazil, the visa-free period of stay has been increased to 90 days.

A Russian can choose a country where he can go on vacation without a visa for any budget. It is possible to organize a budget beach holiday with excursion programs in countries such as Türkiye, Tunisia, Abkhazia. You can enjoy the luxury of the Maldives and ski slopes Argentina.