Yes, Russia is open to international tourists from any country in the world. We are happy to welcome guests from all continents and do everything to make your trip to Russia vibrant, comfortable, and unforgettable.
Different countries have different entry rules: Russia has visa-free agreements with some countries, citizens of certain countries can apply for an e-visa, and others may need a regular visa through a consulate. But one thing is important: Russia is open to tourists from any country, and we help guests at every stage — from paperwork to organizing the itinerary.
Amparus has been welcoming travelers from around the world since 2004 and knows how to make a trip to Russia convenient and enriching. Welcome!

Whether you need a visa depends on your citizenship and the purpose of your trip.
If you are a citizen of a country with which Russia has a visa-free agreement, no visa is required. Citizens of certain countries (including most EU states, China, India, Japan, Turkey, and Mexico) can apply for an electronic visa (e-visa) — it is issued for 120 days, and the permitted stay in Russia is up to 30 days from the date of entry. Citizens of the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand are not eligible for the e-visa and must apply for a regular visa at a consulate.
Important (RuID): from July 1, 2026, all foreign citizens entering Russia without a visa are required to use the Gosuslugi RuID mobile app. An entry application must be submitted through the app no later than 72 hours before the planned entry (in emergency cases — no later than 4 hours). The application is valid for 90 days. Exceptions are provided for citizens of Belarus, children under six years of age, diplomats, holders of service passports, and members of official delegations.

At the moment, Visa, Mastercard, and Amex cards issued outside Russia do not work in Russia due to sanctions. To pay for goods and services, foreign tourists can use the following options:
– Cash in rubles. It is best to bring cash in US dollars (new design) or euros (new banknotes) and exchange them at city banks. To exchange an amount equivalent to 40,000 rubles (about 500 dollars) or more, you will need to present your passport. Banks only accept perfectly clean banknotes without damage. If you bring an amount exceeding 10,000 dollars, it must be declared at customs.
– UnionPay cards, where accepted. Most hotels accept Russian bank cards, cash, or UnionPay.
– A virtual card via the YooMoney app. The top-up fee is about 6%. It works for online purchases, in shops, restaurants, and museums, and also allows you to withdraw cash in rubles.
Please note that Visa and Mastercard issued outside Russia do not work in the country.

The best route depends on your country of departure and current flight availability. Today most foreign tourists reach Russia by air, usually with a connection through major hubs such as Istanbul, Dubai, Doha, Abu Dhabi, Belgrade, Yerevan, Baku, Tashkent, Almaty, Beijing or other cities with flights to Moscow, St Petersburg and other Russian cities. Direct flights may be available from some countries, but from many others you will need a connecting flight. Please contact Amparus for a personalised routing suggestion based on your departure city.

Russia remains open to international tourists, and trips to major tourist centres — Moscow, St Petersburg, the Golden Ring cities — are organised by receiving tour operators taking into account the current situation. Thousands of travellers visit Russia every year as part of organised tours and return home safely. Amparus, as a receiving tour operator with experience since 2004, provides accompaniment, transfers and on-site support. Our tours are designed with regard to the safety of routes and logistics, and tourists can always contact us via emergency contacts. We do everything to make your trip to Russia interesting, comfortable and safe.

Yes, Amparus offers tours and excursions in English. The company’s team includes staff with knowledge of Spanish and English, responsible for serving the markets of Spain, Portugal and Latin America. The company regularly holds webinars in Spanish dedicated to tourism opportunities in Russia. When booking, please specify the need for a Spanish-speaking guide — this option is available for both group and individual tours.

A Guaranteed Departure is a tour that will take place regardless of the group size after booking confirmation. The tour operator announces the date as guaranteed in advance and undertakes to operate the trip even with a minimum number of participants.
We offer tours with guaranteed departure dates. The minimum number of participants for a guaranteed departure is from 2 people.

Yes. Amparus specialises in individual and VIP services, as well as in developing custom and themed tours. The company offers:
– individual tours — the route, pace and set of services are tailored to a specific client or small group;
– VIP services — including accommodation in high-class hotels, individual transport and guides, special programmes;
– custom and themed tours — cultural, historical, gastronomic and other specialised routes;
– school and corporate tours.
Amparus website presents both group and individual excursions and tours. To develop a tailor-made route, simply send a request specifying desired dates, interests, budget and group composition — managers will prepare a proposal.”

Yes, Amparus provides support for tourists throughout the entire trip. The company’s materials list contact phone numbers for emergency communication. The tourist memos mention “AMPARUS emergency contacts” — for example, in case of illness or if a tourist gets lost. This implies the possibility of contacting the operator in an emergency situation.

Yes, you can. Amparus organises combined tours including both Russia and Belarus. The company offers regular tours in Russia, the Baltic countries and Belarus. The team includes specialists for whom Belarus is among their favourite destinations outside Russia, and they create routes combining Russia with neighbouring countries.
Typical combined programmes may include Moscow, St Petersburg and cities of Belarus (Minsk, Brest, Mir, Nesvizh, etc.) or be built as a transit route through Smolensk and Belarus. When planning, visa and border rules for both countries are taken into account.
To develop a combined Russia + Belarus route, please contact Amparus managers specifying desired dates and interests.

Important: from July 1, 2026, the use of the RuID app is mandatory for visa-free foreign citizens. This is part of a pilot program that has been extended until December 31, 2027, and the requirement applies to all visa-free travelers. Exceptions are provided for citizens of Belarus, children under six years of age, diplomats, holders of service passports, and members of official delegations.