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Entry requirements for Americans: United States citizens must have a valid passport. A visa is required.

Entry requirements for UK nationals: British citizens must have a valid passport. A visa is required.

Entry requirements for Canadians: Canadian citizens must have a valid passport. A visa is required.

Entry requirements for Australians: Australian citizens must have a valid passport and a visa.

Entry requirements for South Africans: South Africans must have a valid passport and a visa.

Entry requirements for New Zealanders: New Zealand nationals require a valid passport and a visa.

Entry requirements for Irish nationals: Irish nationals require a valid passport and a visa.

Passport/Visa Note: Visitors must carry ID at all times whilst in Russia; a photocopy of your passport and visa will suffice. An Immigrant Card will be issued on board the aircraft or on arrival. All visitors staying for longer than three days must register with the local police upon arrival; if staying in a hotel, the hotel will arrange this. Anyone travelling on a tourist visa must hold vouchers from the hotel or travel agency. Exit permits are required on departure. These are usually issued with the visa, or can be obtained at hotels not less than two days before departure. Passports must be valid for period of intended stay.

Note: Passport and visa requirements are liable to change at short notice. Travellers are advised to check their entry requirements with their embassy or consulate.

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