# Do United Kingdom passport holders need a visa for Russia?

Yes. United Kingdom passport holders need a visa to visit Russia.

- Entry status: Visa required
- Last updated: 9 November 2026
- Page: https://edenpax.com/passport/united-kingdom/to/russia

## Before you go

- Passport expiry must be at least 6 months after visa expiry.
- An immigration card must be signed at passport control on every entry.
- Road crossings between Russia and Belarus are allowed only at authorised points.
- Children under 18 leaving Russia without a parent or guardian need notarised permission.

## Related

- [Everywhere the United Kingdom passport can go](https://edenpax.com/passport/united-kingdom)
- [Every passport visiting Russia](https://edenpax.com/destination/visiting-russia)