Where can you fly from Russia right now if you don't have a visa
Miscellaneous / / March 02, 2022
The sky over Europe is closed, but there are workarounds.
European Union closedThe EU Council decided to ban air travel and impose sanctions against the Central Bank / RBC own airspace for Russian aircraft. A similar decision was made by Great Britain, Canada, Albania, Iceland, Switzerland. With a high probability, this list will be replenished. As part of retaliatory sanctions, Rosaviatsia bannedInformation message of the Federal Air Transport Agency / Rosaviatsia flights over Russia for 36 countries.
In this regard, flights abroad are massively canceledInformation about Aeroflot flights to America / Aeroflot - not only to closed countries, but also to those whose routes pass through the borders of certain states.
However, many still need to fly. For some, to reunite with family. Someone - to start living in a new place. We have collected countries where you can get directly or with a minimum of transfers and stay there for a while. At the same time, entry into them is simplified: a visa is not needed or it can be issued online or on the spot.
But it should be understood that the entry of the Russians of the country has not yet been banned. So, if you have a valid visa of a visa state, you can get into it. But with transfers, if the planes do not fly there directly.
The situation can change quickly, so check the information before planning your departure.
Where can I fly from Russia with a direct flight
Azerbaijan
Needed to fly international passport, as well as a negative PCR test and a Sputnik V vaccination certificate. Other drugs will not work. Please note: this is one of the few cases where the country wants to seeCOVID‑19 Travel Rules / Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan in Russia both the certificate and the test result, and not just one thing. For children from one to 18 years old, the test is enough. You can stay in the country up to 90 days.
Armenia
You can enter with a Russian passport. Traveler over seven years old needCOVID‑19 Travel Restrictions / Government of the Republic of Armenia a negative PCR test result not older than 72 hours or a certificate of vaccination against coronavirus. Otherwise, you will have to go through a 14-day quarantine. You are allowed to stay in the country for up to 180 days. Then you can leave and come back again.
Bahrain
Visa is issued upon arrival. More coronavirus restrictions for travelers NoCAA announces update to the Kingdom’s health entry procedures: 17 February 2022 / Ministry of Health, Kingdom of Bahrain.
Belarus
To enter the country, a Russian passport is enough. It is allowed to stay here up to 90 days. NeedOn the new procedure for entry into the territory of the Republic of Belarus of foreign citizens / Embassy of the Russian Federation in the Republic of Belarus vaccination certificate or negative PCR test.
Venezuela
You can stay in the country for up to 90 days without a visa. You need to register in advance special siteto receive a QR code at the airport. Have toCurrent restrictions on entry to foreign countries / Rostourism show a negative PCR test made before departure on paper with a blue print. Upon arrival, you need to pass the analysis again.
Egypt
Those who arrive at Sharm El Sheikh Airport can get a so-called Sinai stamp for free. It gives the right to stay in the Sinai Peninsula for 14 days. To enter the country in a different way, you will need a visa. It can be issued online.
It is also necessary showOn the entry, exit and stay of Russians in Egypt / Embassy of the Russian Federation in the Arab Republic of Egypt negative test for antibodies, certificate of vaccination (of Russian drugs, only Sputnik V is suitable) or the original certificate about the absence of coronavirus with a blue seal of a medical institution and a QR code confirming a negative PCR.
Jordan
You can stay in the country for up to 30 days without a visa. Take a PCR test in advance no needRussians are buying up tours to Jordan, which has canceled covid restrictions / Association of Tour Operators. Upon arrival, only travelers with symptoms will be sent for analysis. coronavirus infection.
India
A visa is required to enter, but it can be issued online. Travelers from countries at risk, including from Russia, are sent for a seven day quarantineGeneral Rules for Entry to India during COVID‑19 / Embassy of the Russian Federation in the Republic of India. But there may be additional nuances depending on the state.
Kazakhstan
You can enter with a Russian passport and stay in the country for up to 90 days. Anyone over 6 years of age neededProcedure for entry to Kazakhstan / Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the Russian Federation a negative PCR test result not older than 72 hours or a certificate of full vaccination against coronavirus.
Qatar
You can enter the country with international passport and stay there for up to 30 days. True, the coronavirus rules are very strict. Yes, tourist Must haveQatar has changed the conditions of entry for Russian tourists / Association of Tour Operators and a vaccination certificate (from Russian drugs, Sputnik V is suitable), and a negative PCR test, and a positive antibody test. Another PCR analysis must be submitted upon arrival and isolated at the hotel at your own expense while waiting for the results. The unvaccinated will face a seven-day quarantine and a PCR test on the sixth day.
Kyrgyzstan
Anyone over the age of 12 needOn changing the rules for entry into Kyrgyzstan / Embassy of the Russian Federation in the Kyrgyz Republic negative PCR test or coronavirus vaccination certificate. You can enter by Russian passport and stay for up to 30 days.
Lebanon
Visa can be obtained upon arrival. It will be delivered free of charge at the Beirut airport. A negative PCR test will also be required. Still need to fill in online form health information and download the CovidLebTrack app.
Maldives
A visa is not required for up to 30 days. A negative PCR test must be uploaded to special site no later than one day before departure.
United Arab Emirates
You can enter with a passport and stay in the country without a visa for up to 90 days. It will takeDubai cancels PCR tests for vaccinated, and Abu Dhabi quarantines tourists without a vaccine / Tour Operators Association also a vaccination certificate (Sputnik V is suitable) or a negative PCR test.
Seychelles
A visa is not needed, but a negative PCR test will come in handy. You can stay in the country for up to 30 days.
Thailand
You can stay up to 30 days without a visa in the country. But you need to issue an entry permit to Thailand in the form of a QR code - Thai Pass. With regard to coronavirus restrictions, there are different entry programs, the conditions for which differ. But vaccinated "Sputnik V" will be simpler. Those who plan a trip on their own, mostly enter according to the program Test & GoAbout the program of entry to Thailand "Test&Go" / Embassy of the Russian Federation in Thailand. For entry, you will need to provide a certificate of vaccination, as well as book and pay for the first and fifth days of your stay at a special hotel and do two PCR tests. For the unvaccinated, the quarantine will last for 10 days.
Tajikistan
Visa is not needed. You will have to show a certificate of vaccination or a negative PCR test.
Tunisia
Visa is not required. For entry, you must provide a negative PCR test or a certificate of vaccination. You will also have to fill out a questionnaire on a special site.
Turkey
You will need a passport, as well as a negative PCR test, or an antigen test, or a certificate stating that have been ill with coronavirus in the last six months, or a two-component vaccination certificate drug. Of the one-component, only Johnson & Johnson is suitable. You can stay in the country up to 60 days.
Sri Lanka
Visas can be issued upon arrival at Bandaranaike and Mattala airports, as well as online. vaccinated tourists mayRules for entering the country for vaccinated / Ministry of Health of Sri Lanka provide a certificate and move around the country relatively freely. Those who are unvaccinated need to take a test before departure, and then go through a 15-day quarantine with additional tests.
Ethiopia
Visas are issued online. NeedThe regime of entry of foreign citizens, including citizens of the Russian Federation, to the countries of Africa, the Near and Middle East in the context of a pandemic / MFA also negative PCR test in English.
Where can I fly from Russia with transfers
Argentina
You do not need a visa for a visit up to 90 days. Upon arrival, you can show a vaccination certificate and a negative PCR test. Instead of a certificate, a certificate of illness not older than six months or a medical certificate is suitable. It is also necessary to fill out 48 hours before the trip electronic declaration.
Bosnia and Herzegovina
A visa is not required for up to 30 days. A vaccination certificate, a negative PCR or antigen test, as well as a certificate of illness not older than six months and not fresh than 14 days are suitable for entry.
Brazil
You can stay in the country without a visa for up to 90 days. Must be completed prior to departure declaration about the state of health and pass a PCR test. Vaccinated tourists are exempted from quarantine. And all drugs count. The unvaccinated will face a five-day isolation.
Georgia
Direct flights to Georgiadespite its closeness, no. But this is a popular destination for those who are trying to leave Russia in a hurry. For entry neededGeorgia / Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia international passport and PCR test or certificate of vaccination with a two-component drug. Single-phase Johnson & Johnson is also suitable. You can stay in the country for up to a year.
Dominican Republic
Visa is not needed. Those arriving are randomly tested, but in general there are no restrictions. Must be completed prior to departure online form.
Zimbabwe
A visa can be issued at the airport of arrival for $30 for 30 days. A negative PCR test will also be required.
Israel
You can stay in the country without a visa for up to 90 days. From March 1 to enter neededForeigners arriving by air / Israeli Ministry of Health negative PCR test or positive - not older than three months and not fresher than eight days. Upon arrival, you will need to take the test again and isolate yourself for a day or less, if the result comes earlier.
Cambodia
Visa can be issued online. Those vaccinated can show a certificate and a negative PCR test done before departure, then take a rapid test at the airport and move on. Unvaccinated people need both tests, but will still have to isolate for 15 days.
Colombia
A visa is not required for up to 90 days. A day before arrival, you must fill out a form on special site.
Cuba
No visa is required for up to 90 days. You have to fill out an email form.
Mauritius
A visa is not required for up to 60 days. The country recognized "Sputnik V", so that vaccinated tourists mayMode of entry to the Republic of Mauritius / Embassy of the Russian Federation in the Republic of Mauritius move freely enough. Although this does not exempt them from two PCR tests - upon arrival and on the fifth day. Those who are not vaccinated undergo a two-week quarantine.
Morocco
Visa is not needed. vaccinated mayMorocco changes entry conditions and resumes flights with Russia / Association of Tour Operators show the appropriate certificate, a negative PCR test and take an analysis at the airport to avoid quarantine. Those who are not vaccinated must isolate for 10 days.
Mexico
For stays up to 180 days, you need to get electronic authorization for entry. There are no coronavirus restrictions. There used to be direct flights to Mexico. Now, due to the closing of the sky over Europe, you will have to fly with a transfer.
Oman
Visa for up to 10 days can be obtained online or upon arrival. The country is only open to vaccinated tourists. Of the Russian drugs, Sputnik V is suitable. A negative PCR test will also be required. Prior to departure, the traveler must complete a special form.
Peru
A visa is not required for up to 90 days. Peru does not recognize Russian vaccines. So the requirements are the same: pass a PCR test, fill out 72 hours before departure health declaration, download application of the migration service.
Serbia
This is one of the few countries in Europe that has not closed its airspace to Russian aircraft. However, the neighbors did it, so you can only get to Serbia with a transfer. CanFor those traveling to Serbia / Embassy of the Russian Federation in the Republic of Serbia enter with a passport and stay for up to 30 days. You will also need a negative PCR test no older than 48 hours.
Tanzania
A visa is issued upon arrival and costs $50. It is necessary to pass a PCR test and upload it to the online form.
Montenegro
Visa is not required. For entry, you need a certificate of vaccination, or a negative PCR test, or a certificate of a past illness.
Chile
Visa is not needed. But it's still hard to get in. Only vaccinated people are allowed into the country. In this case, you will need to upload certificates to a special website. It can be checked up to a month. Must be completed within two days questionnaire. Then take a PCR test. And this still does not protect against a five-day quarantine.
South Africa
You do not need a visa to stay in the country for less than 90 days. You will have to install the COVID Alert SA application and fill out a questionnaire that will be issued on the plane. You will also need a negative PCR test.
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