# Do Ukraine passport holders need a visa for Russia?

## Answer
No. Ukraine passport holders do not need a visa to visit Russia for tourism.

- Requirement: Visa-free
- Maximum stay: Length of stay varies
- Scope: Tourism, ordinary passport
- Action before travel: None, travel on your passport
- Data confidence: needs_review

## Context
No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

- Distance between capitals: 756 km, straight line (~1h 23m nonstop)
- Visa-free access context: 43 of 242 nationalities tracked

## Sources and freshness
- Canonical URL: https://visafreemap.com/visa/ukraine/russia/
- Data as of: 2026-10-14
- Official source: [en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Visa_policy_of_Russia) (checked September 4, 2026)

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.

## Frequently asked questions
### Do Ukraine passport holders need a visa for Russia?
No. Ukraine passport holders do not need a visa to visit Russia for tourism.

### How far is Russia from Ukraine?
About 756 km in a straight line, roughly ~1h 23m nonstop by air.

### What currency is used in Russia?
Russian ruble (RUB).

### What is the emergency number in Russia?
01 / 02 / 03 / 101 / 102 / 103 / 112.

### What time zone is Russia in?
Moscow (UTC+3).

### What is the nearest airport to Moscow?
Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO), about 28 km away.

### How many countries can enter Russia without a visa?
43 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Russia visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.


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