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RUSSIA TRAVEL ADVISORY
OCTOBER 4, 2022


DO NOT TRAVEL AND LEAVE IMMEDIATELY

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 * Information for U.S. Citizens in Russia – Travel Options Out of Russia

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TRAVELER'S CHECKLIST

GET INFORMED



 * Safety and Security Information: Read the Travel Advisory and Alerts for the
   countries you will be visiting at travel.state.gov/destination. Review
   entry/exit requirements, visas, local laws, customs, medical care, road
   safety, etc. Write down contact details for the nearest U.S. embassy or
   consulate to carry with you in case of emergency while traveling.
 * Crisis Planning: Read Crisis Abroad: Be Ready and make an evacuation plan
   that does not rely on the U.S. government. Consider buying
   emergency evacuation insurance. If a crisis occurs while you are abroad,
   check in with loved ones and update your social media status so family and
   friends know you are okay.
 * Health Precautions: Read Your Health Abroad and check out recommendations for
   vaccinations and other health considerations from the U.S. Centers for
   Disease Control (CDC) and World Health Organization (WHO). 
 * Money Matters: Before going abroad, notify your bank and credit card
   companies of your travel, and check exchange rates. For information about
   using cash, debit/credit cards, and ATMs overseas, read information about
   your destination.


EVERY TRAVELER IS UNIQUE. LEARN MORE BEFORE YOU TRAVEL.

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 * Adventure Travel

 * U.S. Travelers in Europe

 * High-Risk Area Travelers

 * Travelers with Dual Nationality

 * Journalist Travelers

 * Faith-Based Travelers

 * Pilgrimage Travelers (Hajj and Umrah)

 * U.S. Students Abroad

 * Cruise Ship Passengers

 * Women Travelers

 * Travelers with Disabilities

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Safeguard Your Documents! Make two copies of all your travel documents in case
of emergency. Leave one copy with a trusted friend or relative at home and carry
the other separately from your original documents. To help prevent theft, do not
carry your passport in your back pocket, and keep it separate from your money.

 * Passport: Apply several months in advance for a new passport. If you already
   have one, it should be valid for at least six months after you return home
   and have two or more blank pages, depending on your destination. Otherwise,
   some countries may not let you enter.
   * Children’s passports: Passports issued for children under age 16 are valid
     for only five years, not 10 years like adult passports. Check passport
     expiration dates carefully and renew early.  
   * Europe Travel via Canada and UK: Europe’s 26 Schengen countries strictly
     enforce the six-month validity rule. If you are transiting through Canada
     or the UK : which do not have that requirement : your passport must be
     valid at least six months, or airlines may not let you board your onward
     flight to Europe.
 * Visas: You may need to get a visa before you travel to a foreign destination.
   Contact the embassy of the countries you will be visiting for more
   information. 
 * Medications: Some prescription drugs, including narcotics and some U.S.
   over-the-counter medications, are illegal in other countries. Check with
   the embassy of your destination(s) about regulations and documentation before
   you travel.
 * Consent for Travel with Minors: If you are traveling alone with children,
   foreign border officials may require custody documents or notarized written
   consent from the other parent. Check with the embassy of your foreign
   destination before traveling to see what you may need.
 * International Driving Permit: Many countries do not recognize a U.S. driver's
   license, but most accept an International Driving Permit (IDP). You may also
   need supplemental auto insurance. Read more about driving and road safety
   abroad before you go.


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 * Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP): Enroll for free at STEP.state.gov
   to receive travel and security updates about your destination, and to help us
   reach you in an emergency. Groups or organizations can create an account and
   upload a spreadsheet with contact details for multiple travelers.
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GET INSURED



 * Health Insurance: Many foreign medical facilities and providers require cash
   payment up front and do not accept U.S. insurance plans. Medicare does not
   provide coverage outside of the United States. Check your U.S. health care
   policy to see if it will cover you overseas. If not, consider
   buying supplemental insurance. Make sure the insurance you purchase covers
   any special medical needs or risks you anticipate on your trip.
 * Emergency Evacuation: Evacuation for medical treatment or to leave a crisis
   area in another country can cost more than $100,000. You should strongly
   consider purchasing evacuation insurance in case of emergency overseas.
 * Unexpected Expenses: Trip interruption or cancellation, flight delays, lost
   or stolen luggage, and other unexpected travel costs can add up. Check with
   your credit card and homeowners insurance companies to see if they provide
   coverage. If not, consider additional insurance.



Other Information for U.S. Citizen Travelers

 * Information for Travel Agents
 * Travel to High-Risk Areas
 * Traveling with firearms
 * Traveling with a pet
 * Travel during tropical storm season
 * FBI Safety and Security Information for U.S. Students Traveling Abroad
 * Customs and import restrictions
 * Global Entry
 * TSA Pre-check

Emergency Assistance

Sometimes, in spite of careful planning, things still go wrong during a trip
abroad. We provide help for emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Contact the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate overseas or our Washington, D. C.
office (888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444).




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page. Inclusion of private groups on this page is in no way an endorsement by
the Department or the U.S. government. The order in which names appear has no
significance. The Department is not in a position to vouch for the information.

Last Updated: July 31, 2018


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 * COVID-19 Testing Order Rescinded

 * Information for U.S. Citizens in Russia – Travel Options Out of Russia

 * FIFA Men’s World Cup Qatar 2022





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