Russian Federation visa requirements for Laotians

Travel and visa requirements

Russian Visa is not required for Laotians

Stay Duration: 30 days

Entry Requirements

  • Russia is officially known as the Russian Federation. It is a European country located in Eastern Europe and stretches across Northern Asia.
  • Laos citizens owning a diplomatic or service passport, do not require a visa as a tourist before visiting Russia. The duration of stay is 30 days.
  • Required documents for Laos citizens before visiting Russia are a valid passport with at least 6 months before the expiration date, national identity card, a recent passport photograph, proof of income, a guarantee letter, a certificate confirming payment of the state duty and other documents.
  • One of the famous alcohol drinks produced in Russia is Vodka.
  • Russian is the official language spoken in Russia.
  • The main religion practiced in Russia is Christianity.
  • The currency spent in Russia is the Russian Ruble (RUB).
  • You are entitled to import/export up to $10,000 USD in cash into Russia, but sums over $3000 should be declared at customs. This applies to all foreign currencies and to rubles, with the exact quantities varying slightly from currency to currency.
  • Russia uses 220V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type C and Type F.
  • Russia observes 11 time zones with no Daylight Saving Time. Russia is among the countries with the most time zones worldwide.
  • Russia has a highly continental influenced climate with warm to hot dry summers and very cold winters with temperatures of -30°C and lower and sometimes heavy snowfall.
  • The following vaccinations are required before traveling to Russia hepatitis A, hepatitis B, Japanese encephalitis, rabies, meningitis, polio, chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, and influenza.
  • Among the top-rated tourist centers in Russia are Saint Basil's Cathedral, Hermitage Museum, Moscow Kremlin, Suzdal, Lake Baikal.
  • There is no time difference between Laos and Russia. Both countries are in the same time zone.
  • The total flight duration from Laos to Russia is 6 hours 33 minutes, while the distance is 4,640 Km.
  • Airlines that operate from Laos to Russia are Vietnam Airlines, Bangkok Airways.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much can I budget for a day in Russia?

You can budget around ₽3,489 ($55) per day on your vacation in Russia, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors. Past travelers have spent ₽842 ($13) on meals for one day and ₽227 ($3.55) on transportation.

What kind of credit card is used in Russia?

Cards that are commonly accepted in Russia are American Express, Visa, MasterCard, and Eurocard. Credit cards are a safe way to carry money in Russia.

When is the best time to visit Russia?

The best time to visit Russia is from May through October, during this period the city is warm and bustling which gives room for admiring its masterpieces like fountains of Peterhof, parks of Pushkin and quaint countryside of the Golden Ring.

Is Russia safe to visit?

Russia is a safe country to visit, especially as a tourist to large cities (such as Moscow, St. Petersburg, Vladivostok, etc.) or if you are making the Trans-Siberian route. However, it is advisable not to travel to the border with Ukraine.