RussiaCanada: Visa required

RussiaCanada

Do Russia passport holders need a visa for Canada?

Visa required

Yes. Russia passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Canada.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: canada.ca (checked September 3, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance7,158 km, straight line (~8h 55m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Canada98 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Canada passport holders visiting Russia: Visa required.

Visa-free alternatives near Canada

Russia passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Russia passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Russia passport holders need a visa for Canada?

Yes. Russia passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Canada.

How far is Canada from Russia?

About 7,158 km in a straight line, roughly ~8h 55m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Canada?

Canadian dollar (CAD).

What is the emergency number in Canada?

911.

What time zone is Canada in?

Toronto (UTC-4).

What is the nearest airport to Ottawa?

Ottawa / Rockcliffe Airport (YRO), about 6 km away.

How many countries can enter Canada without a visa?

98 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Canada visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Russia passport holders visit without a visa instead of Canada?

Bahamas, Cuba, Haiti, Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Saint Kitts and Nevis.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Russia

Russia, or the Russian Federation, is a country in Eastern Europe and North Asia. It is the largest country in the world, spanning eleven time zones and sharing land borders with fourteen countries. With a population of over 140 million, Russia is the most populous country in Europe and the ninth-most populous in the world. It is a highly urbanised country, with sixteen of its urban areas having more than 1 million inhabitants. Moscow, the most populous metropolitan area in Europe, is the capital and largest city of Russia, while Saint Petersburg is its second-largest city and a major cultural centre.

CapitalMoscow

RegionEastern Europe

Population143.5M

Area17,098,242 km²

CurrencyRussian ruble (1 USD ≈ 83.21 RUB)

LanguagesRussian

Calling code+7

Drives on theright

TimezoneMoscow (UTC+3)

Nearest airportSheremetyevo International Airport (SVO), 28 km

Emergency number01 / 02 / 03 / 101 / 102 / 103 / 112

UNESCO sites40

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$17,547 (2025)

Tourist arrivals6.4M (2020)

Climate in Moscow

Warmest July, coolest December, driest April, sunniest June.

Monthly climate normals for Moscow, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	1.3°C	-2.2°C	45mm	29h
February	1.5°C	-4.2°C	35mm	108h
March	7.4°C	-0.8°C	44mm	208h
April	8.6°C	-0.6°C	29mm	285h
May	15.6°C	6.7°C	116mm	279h
June	22.9°C	12.9°C	89mm	384h
July	22.9°C	14.1°C	129mm	351h
August	21.9°C	11.9°C	36mm	354h
September	18.4°C	9.4°C	49mm	263h
October	12.6°C	5.6°C	44mm	167h
November	3.2°C	-0.1°C	44mm	52h
December	-2.2°C	-6.7°C	34mm	66h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Russia is the world's largest country, covering more than one-eighth of the Earth's inhabited land area. Russia boasts a rich history and culture, as well as a wealth of natural attractions for those willing to head off the beaten path. Many of Russia's attractions for visitors lie in the hard-to-reach stretches of the planet's most remote lands. The best known sights are in and around the nation's principal cities of Moscow and Saint Petersburg.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Ancient City of Tauric Chersonese and its Chora
Astronomical Observatories of Kazan Federal University
Bolgar Historical and Archaeological Complex
Central Sikhote-Alin
Church of the Ascension, Kolomenskoye
Church of the Holy All-Savior of Derbent
Churches of the Pskov School of Architecture
Citadel, Ancient City and Fortress Buildings of Derbent
Cultural Landscape of Kenozero Lake
Cultural and Historic Ensemble of the Solovetsky Islands

Upcoming public holidays

November 4, 2026День народного единства

January 1, 2027Новый год

January 2, 2027Новогодние каникулы

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About Canada

Canada is a country in North America. Its ten provinces and three territories extend from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean and northward into the Arctic Ocean, making it the second-largest country by total area, with the longest coastline of any country. Its border with the United States is the longest international land border. The country is characterized by a wide range of both meteorologic and geological regions. With a population of over 41 million, it has widely varying population densities, with the majority residing in its urban areas and large areas being sparsely populated. Its capital is Ottawa and its three largest metropolitan areas are Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver.

CapitalOttawa

RegionNorth America

Population41.7M

Area9,984,670 km²

CurrencyCanadian dollar (1 USD ≈ 1.42 CAD)

LanguagesEnglish, French

Calling code+1

Drives on theright

TimezoneToronto (UTC-4)

Nearest airportOttawa / Rockcliffe Airport (YRO), 6 km

Emergency number911

UNESCO sites23

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$55,698 (2025)

Tourist arrivals32.4M (2019)

Climate in Ottawa

Warmest July, coolest February, driest May, sunniest July. Best time to visit: June, July.

Monthly climate normals for Ottawa, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	-2.2°C	-11.3°C	109mm	141h
February	-1.6°C	-11.8°C	73mm	187h
March	5°C	-5.8°C	105mm	216h
April	9.6°C	-0.7°C	94mm	238h
May	18.3°C	5.9°C	50mm	355h
June	24.8°C	13.2°C	50mm	367h
July	29°C	18.5°C	67mm	390h
August	24°C	16°C	133mm	323h
September	19.6°C	11.1°C	77mm	272h
October	12.7°C	4.7°C	111mm	201h
November	8.2°C	0.8°C	81mm	164h
December	1°C	-5.4°C	84mm	94h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Canada is the world's second largest country by area, behind only Russia. Nicknamed the Great White North, Canada is renowned for its vast landscapes of outstanding natural beauty and its multicultural heritage. While there are cosmopolitan cities, much of Canada consists of forests, it has more lakes than any other country and it features the Rocky Mountains, the Prairies, three oceanic coasts and a sparsely populated archipelago extending into the Arctic.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Anticosti
Burgess Shale
Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks World Heritage Site
Dinosaur Provincial Park
Grand-Pré
Gros Morne National Park
Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump
Joggins Fossil Cliffs
Kluane / Wrangell – St. Elias / Glacier Bay / Tatshenshini-Alsek
L'Anse aux Meadows

Upcoming public holidays

November 11, 2026Armistice Day

November 11, 2026Remembrance Day

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

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