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title: Russia visa for citizens of Vanuatu
description: Citizens of Vanuatu can visit Russia without a visa for up to 90 days. Documents checklist and application steps.
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lastModified: 2026-09-05
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# Russia visa for citizens of Vanuatu

Citizens of Vanuatu can visit Russia without a visa for up to 90 days.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa-free
- **How to apply:** No visa needed — just go
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days
- **Entries:** Multiple entry
- **Government fee:** No visa fee
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required

## How to apply

1. **Ensure passport validity** — Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned exit date from Russia.
2. **Book travel and accommodation** — Have return/onward ticket and accommodation details ready for possible immigration checks.
3. **Arrive at Russian border** — Present passport and complete migration card. Border officer stamps entry with 90-day stay.
4. **Keep migration card** — Retain the stamped migration card for the entire stay and present it upon departure.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel, optional): May be requested by border officials.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): Hotel booking or invitation address may be asked.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): About 500 USD per month of stay recommended.
- **Travel insurance** (Supporting, optional): Recommended but not mandatory.
- **Completed migration card** (Travel): Provided on arrival or in flight; must be kept until departure.

## Good to know

- Total stay within any one calendar year period must not exceed 90 days.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Overstaying 90-day limit in a calendar year.** — Track your cumulative days in Russia carefully; leave before exceeding 90 days total.
- **Insufficient passport validity.** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months before travel.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Vanuatu need a visa for Russia?

Citizens of Vanuatu can visit Russia without a visa for up to 90 days.

### How long can citizens of Vanuatu stay in Russia?

Up to 90 days without a visa.

### What documents do citizens of Vanuatu need for Russia?

Passport; Completed migration card; Return or onward ticket; Proof of accommodation; Proof of sufficient funds; Travel insurance.

### How long must my passport be valid for Russia?

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Russia visa for every passport](/visa/russia)
- [Every destination for Vanuatu passport holders](/visa/passport/vanuatu)