If you are going to another country, but do not want unnecessary hassle with documents, pay attention to those countries where a visa is not required or is placed upon arrival. Indeed, in this case, you can buy a hot tour or ticket even the day before the trip.
Simplification of the visa regime is a worldwide trend. This is due to the desire of countries to attract as many tourists as possible. Please note that usually visa-free travel is allowed for a specific period of time: 15, 30, 60 or 90 days. In some countries, the visa is put on the spot, upon arrival, and for it you do not need any documents, except for a foreign passport. Visa fees are also collected locally. Such countries will also be referred to as "conditionally" visa-free.
The most popular countries among Russian tourists.
These are Turkey, Tunisia, Morroco - without a visa, Egypt - a visa is placed at the border. The easiest way to get to these countries is to buy package tours, which are often cheaper than air tickets.
Countries of the former Soviet Union.
Ukraine, Belarus, Abkhazia, Georgia, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan and others. Some of them do not even require a passport.
European countries.
Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Countries of Southeast Asia.
This area is rapidly gaining popularity among Russian citizens. After all, there is everything you need for a good rest and travel: gentle sea, sun all year round, exotic fruits, ancient temples, beautiful nature. In addition, the prices for accommodation and meals are very low.
No visa required: to Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Philippines, Laos. The visa is placed at the border: Cambodia, Indonesia, Myanmar.
If the visa is valid for 30 days, and you plan to stay in the country longer, then it is enough just to cross the border of the neighboring state, and the countdown of the days will start again.
Countries of South America.
Here is a real freedom for those who like to travel, because Russians do not need a visa to most countries. These are Brazil, Venezuela, Argentina, Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador, Chile, Uruguay.
But a trip to South America will be quite expensive, and besides, it is very unsafe in many countries.
Caribbean countries.
These are numerous islands for a serene paradise vacation: the Dominican Republic, Cuba, Barbados, Jamaica, Dominica.
Countries of Africa.
In addition to the well-known Egypt, Tunisia and Morocco, travelers are attracted by Kenya, Tanzania, Zimbabwe. In these countries, the visa is placed at the border, a certificate of vaccination against yellow fever may be required.
Other exotic destinations.
Maldives, Seychelles, Bahamas, Fiji, Mauritius.
It should be noted that in some states you can stay in transit from 24 to 96 hours, if you have a ticket to a third country. Examples of such countries: Singapore, China, Japan, Great Britain. This is very convenient for long connections, when you can get out of the airport and walk around the city or even stay overnight.
In some countries (for example, Singapore, Mexico) online visa processing is valid.
This article is for guidance only and does not cover the entire list of visa-free countries. Before buying air tickets, it is imperative to clarify the conditions at the embassy: whether it is necessary to provide a hotel reservation, a return ticket, whether any vaccinations are required. This will help you avoid unpleasant surprises.
