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Russia arrival card: do you need one?

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Russia doesn't ask for an online arrival form.

Visas and travel authorizations depend on your nationality, so check those separately.

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No online arrival form for visitors generally; most Western visitors need a visa or e-visa and fill a migration card at passport control. From 1 July 2026 visa-free foreigners entering for work or study must apply in the Gosuslugi RuID app at least 72 hours before entry; for visa-free tourists it is reported as advisory.

Common questions

Do I need an arrival card for Russia?
No. Russia doesn't ask visitors to fill in an online arrival form before they travel. From 1 July 2026 visa-free foreigners entering for work or study must apply in the Gosuslugi RuID app at least 72 hours before entry; for visa-free tourists it is reported as advisory.
Do I still need a visa for Russia?
An arrival form is not a visa. Whether you need a visa or an electronic travel authorization depends on your nationality, so check Russia's official immigration website or your own government's travel advice.

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