Russia passport · Henley rank #50 · Updated May 2026
Visa-Free Countries for Russia Passport 2026
Russia passport holders can enter 103 destinations without an embassy visa: 60 visa-free, 34 with visa on arrival, and 9 with an eVisa. Ranked #50 on the Henley Passport Index 2026.
Pre-travel authorisations
What a Russia passport needs before flying
Not full visas — quick online forms layered on top of visa-free travel. Without them, airlines will deny boarding.
South Korea K-ETA
Online travel authorisation for visa-exempt nationals. Some nationalities are temporarily exempt from K-ETA through the end of 2026 — check the official portal before flying.
- Fee
- KRW 10,000
- Validity
- 3 years, multiple entries
Open border
Visa-free for Russia passport holders
60 countries — show your passport at immigration, get the entry stamp, you are in.
Asia
19North America
17Oceania
1Stamped at landing
Visa on arrival for Russia passport holders
34 countries — get the visa stamped (and usually paid for in cash) at the airport on arrival.
Apply online before flying
eVisa destinations for Russia passport holders
9 countries — short online form before the flight, confirmation emailed within minutes to a few days.
Embassy visa required
Where the Russia passport needs a full visa
These 52 destinations require a visa applied for at an embassy or consulate before travel. Plan 2 to 8 weeks for processing.
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OpenQuestions
0901How many countries can a Russia passport visit visa-free?
A Russia passport holder can enter 103 countries without an embassy visa: 60 fully visa-free, 34 with visa on arrival, and 9 with an eVisa. Henley Passport Index 2026 ranks the Russia passport #50 globally with a score of 118.
02Where do Russian passport holders need a visa?
Around 52 destinations require an embassy visa applied for in advance. The list typically includes major closed or restricted-entry markets — see the full list below grouped by continent.
03What pre-travel authorisations does a Russia passport need?
Russia passport holders need to apply online before flying for: South Korea K-ETA (KRW 10,000, valid 3 years, multiple entries). These are not full visas but they are mandatory — without them, airlines will deny boarding.
04What is the Russia passport ranking in 2026?
The Henley Passport Index 2026 ranks the Russia passport #50, with visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 118 destinations. Rankings are recompiled quarterly using IATA Timatic data.
05How long can I stay in a visa-free country?
Most visa-free or visa-on-arrival entries grant 30, 60, or 90 days. The Schengen Area uses a strict 90-days-in-any-180 rule; some countries (Mexico, Albania) allow 180 days; others (Vietnam) cap at 45. Always confirm the per-country limit before booking long stays.
06Does a Russia passport need a visa for the United Kingdom?
Russia passport holders generally need a UK visitor visa applied for at the British embassy or consulate before travel.
07Does a Russia passport need a visa for Schengen Europe?
Russia passport holders generally need a Schengen short-stay visa (Type C) applied for at the embassy of the country they will spend the most time in.
08What documents do I need at the airport?
A passport valid for at least 3 to 6 months beyond departure, a return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation, and proof of funds for the planned stay. Some countries also ask for travel insurance.
09Where is the data sourced from?
Visa rules are compiled from the Henley Passport Index 2026, the IATA Travel Centre (Timatic), and the destination's official immigration portal, then cross-checked against the issuing-country foreign office. Data last verified May 2026.
Methodology
Last verified May 2026. Compiled by Max at TripMemo from the Henley Passport Index 2026, IATA Travel Centre (Timatic), and the issuing country’s foreign office, MID Russia travel advice. Visa policy can change at short notice — confirm specific entry rules on the destination’s official immigration site within two weeks of departure.
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