# Latest **URL:** https://forum.russiable.com/latest.md?page=2 [Latest](https://forum.russiable.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.russiable.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.russiable.com/tags.md) **Page:** 3 --- ## [Regarding e-visa intend date of entry](https://forum.russiable.com/t/regarding-e-visa-intend-date-of-entry/313)
**Author:** [@giang](https://forum.russiable.com/u/giang)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2026, 11:21pm UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/regarding-e-visa-intend-date-of-entry/313 "2026-04-03T23:21:17Z")
Hello everyone, I applied for a Russian e-visa for my customer on April 1, 2026. Based on the 96-hour processing time, the visa should be issued around April 5, 2026. Will the validity of the visa start from the date o… --- ## [pef260@aol.com](https://forum.russiable.com/t/pef260-aol-com/314)
**Author:** [@bobm](https://forum.russiable.com/u/bobm)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2026, 4:22pm UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/pef260-aol-com/314 "2026-04-01T16:22:39Z")
Hi Im new here, I filled out the app for visa tourisht USA. I submitted it but I cant seem to find it anywhere. I guess I needed to print it up. Help please bob m --- ## [Updated guide: Traveling to Russia now (visas, flights, payments, internet)](https://forum.russiable.com/t/updated-guide-traveling-to-russia-now-visas-flights-payments-internet/305)
**Author:** [@Irena](https://forum.russiable.com/u/Irena)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 1, 2026, 9:03am UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/updated-guide-traveling-to-russia-now-visas-flights-payments-internet/305 "2026-04-01T09:03:39Z")
Hi all, I’ve updated this guide to reflect the current reality of traveling to Russia, focusing on practical questions : https://russiable.com/travel-russia-now/ It covers visas, flights, borders, payments, accommodat… --- ## [Want to travel back to Russia every few months...is it okay?](https://forum.russiable.com/t/want-to-travel-back-to-russia-every-few-months-is-it-okay/312)
**Author:** [@james](https://forum.russiable.com/u/james)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2026, 2:23am UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/want-to-travel-back-to-russia-every-few-months-is-it-okay/312 "2026-03-16T02:23:38Z")
I was recently in Moscow for the first time, at the end of February of 2026. All went smooth…I was questioned at passport control, pretty thoroughly for a combined 46 minutes or so by two separate officers, but allowed e… --- ## [my 2 trips to Russia 2025 /2026](https://forum.russiable.com/t/my-2-trips-to-russia-2025-2026/308)
**Author:** [@nickvango](https://forum.russiable.com/u/nickvango)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2026, 6:36pm UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/my-2-trips-to-russia-2025-2026/308 "2026-03-11T18:36:45Z")
My wife and i went to Russia last year 2025 for 10 days and just returned this year after a 15 day trip. Last year (2025) we went going in with all the information on hand from this brilliant website. However we arrive… --- ## [Sending money to Russia](https://forum.russiable.com/t/sending-money-to-russia/309)
**Author:** [@Richard1964](https://forum.russiable.com/u/Richard1964)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 7, 2026, 11:00am UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/sending-money-to-russia/309 "2026-03-07T11:00:33Z")
How can I send money to a loved one now in February 2026? I Have various russian bank accounts myself - all with about 200 roubles in them ; Sberbank, Tinkoff, and now Raiffeisen. I used to be able to transfer to my Raif… --- ## [New affadavit requirement for tourist visa through Russian Visa Center NYC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/new-affadavit-requirement-for-tourist-visa-through-russian-visa-center-nyc/311)
**Author:** [@marcelapa10](https://forum.russiable.com/u/marcelapa10)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 7, 2026, 3:53am UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/new-affadavit-requirement-for-tourist-visa-through-russian-visa-center-nyc/311 "2026-03-07T03:53:18Z")
FYI: the NYC Visa Center now asks for a notarized affadiavit giving them permission to submit and pick up your visa application and documents to/from the Russian Consulate on your behalf. They provide this letter for you… --- ## [US Citizen applying for 3 yr Visa, invitation letter question](https://forum.russiable.com/t/us-citizen-applying-for-3-yr-visa-invitation-letter-question/310)
**Author:** [@marcelapa10](https://forum.russiable.com/u/marcelapa10)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2026, 3:19pm UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/us-citizen-applying-for-3-yr-visa-invitation-letter-question/310 "2026-03-02T15:19:13Z")
Hello, I need some clarification please on what dates to put down on our visa invitation request through i-visa. We are US citizens visiting St Petersburg for one week in June. Following the blog’s instructions, as US c… --- ## [Visa Cards](https://forum.russiable.com/t/visa-cards/307)
**Author:** [@Luthercrop](https://forum.russiable.com/u/Luthercrop)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2026, 3:37pm UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/visa-cards/307 "2026-02-15T15:37:40Z")
I am traveling in April to take the train …am wondering can i use my normal debit card (Visa enabled) in russia also if i come with some USD can i exchange the amount at the airport --- ## [Russian 1 year visa 90/180 day stay rule question](https://forum.russiable.com/t/russian-1-year-visa-90-180-day-stay-rule-question/306)
**Author:** [@Viktory](https://forum.russiable.com/u/Viktory)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2026, 8:27pm UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/russian-1-year-visa-90-180-day-stay-rule-question/306 "2026-02-13T20:27:00Z")
Hello everyone, I have a question that I cannot find the answer to. Is the Russian 90/180 same as the EU Schengen 90/180 rule? And can I use Schengen calculator https://www.visa-calculator.com/ to calculate my stay to k… --- ## [Buying train tickets from outside Russia](https://forum.russiable.com/t/buying-train-tickets-from-outside-russia/300)
**Author:** [@Eliza](https://forum.russiable.com/u/Eliza)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2026, 3:59pm UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/buying-train-tickets-from-outside-russia/300 "2026-02-08T15:59:43Z")
Hello I’ve been trying to buy train tickets from my country with a Mastercard. I tried quite a few sites unsuccessfully. Any advice on what could work? --- ## [Bank Question](https://forum.russiable.com/t/bank-question/294)
**Author:** [@Jen1](https://forum.russiable.com/u/Jen1)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2026, 3:27pm UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/bank-question/294 "2026-01-25T15:27:40Z")
I opened up a bank account in Russia and they are now requiring for me to fill out additional paperwork: see message below. Is anyone familiar with this paperwork? Will complete these forms affect me in anyway in my hom… --- ## [Messenger apps](https://forum.russiable.com/t/messenger-apps/303)
**Author:** [@Cal](https://forum.russiable.com/u/Cal)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2026, 9:14am UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/messenger-apps/303 "2026-01-19T09:14:04Z")
I am hearing that whatsapp no longer works in Russia. Does anyone know of the messenger apps that still work in Russia? I know of only Telegram. I’m asking if there are any others that we know of. ? --- ## [Is Foreign travel to the Donbass allowed?](https://forum.russiable.com/t/is-foreign-travel-to-the-donbass-allowed/304)
**Author:** [@Bill](https://forum.russiable.com/u/Bill)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 31, 2025, 7:11pm UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/is-foreign-travel-to-the-donbass-allowed/304 "2025-12-31T19:11:16Z")
Has anyone travelled to Donetsk, Lugansk or Mariupol? There seem to be a few hotels that are open in these cities according to Yandex maps. And there is bus service from the Russian side. I’m thinking of taking a bus … --- ## [Logistics of Student Visas](https://forum.russiable.com/t/logistics-of-student-visas/302)
**Author:** [@kozmikpetukh](https://forum.russiable.com/u/kozmikpetukh)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2025, 12:08am UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/logistics-of-student-visas/302 "2025-11-25T00:08:01Z")
Hello, I’m wondering if anyone has navigated this particular corner of the visa red tape. According to the visa center in the US, to get a student visa, you need an invitation from one of two government services, presum… --- ## [Visa needed for connecting flight via minsk to Saint Petersburg?](https://forum.russiable.com/t/visa-needed-for-connecting-flight-via-minsk-to-saint-petersburg/301)
**Author:** [@nimishaagarwal50](https://forum.russiable.com/u/nimishaagarwal50)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 21, 2025, 11:47am UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/visa-needed-for-connecting-flight-via-minsk-to-saint-petersburg/301 "2025-11-21T11:47:38Z")
I’m flying from baku to Saint Petersburg via minsk (one way) as an Indian citizen. I have a russian evisa. Do i need a multiple entry russian visa or separate visa at minsk airport? I’m very confused --- ## [ZenHotels not working in Russia? User reports](https://forum.russiable.com/t/zenhotels-not-working-in-russia-user-reports/298)
**Author:** [@Timsmaling](https://forum.russiable.com/u/Timsmaling)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2025, 3:09am UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/zenhotels-not-working-in-russia-user-reports/298 "2025-11-17T03:09:00Z")
Hi i am unable to Find hotels in Russia using Zenhotels are other people also experiencing this issue? --- ## [Christmas gifts](https://forum.russiable.com/t/christmas-gifts/299)
**Author:** [@Gazellina](https://forum.russiable.com/u/Gazellina)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2025, 6:28pm UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/christmas-gifts/299 "2025-11-16T18:28:14Z")
Hi there. Anyone knows of any online site where I can buy Christmas business gifts to be sent to Moscow that would accept Mastercard, visa or PayPal? And which is not a US company --- ## [Registration in RU](https://forum.russiable.com/t/registration-in-ru/224)
**Author:** [@Himynameis](https://forum.russiable.com/u/Himynameis)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [November 16, 2025, 8:46am UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/registration-in-ru/224 "2025-11-16T08:46:58Z")
Hi, I have a question about my upcoming trip, I will be staying one night in Kaliningrad and then 4 in Saint Petersburg and then 10 days in Moscow. I already have an accommodation booked for Saint Petersburg, But they … --- ## [How to get a Russian phone number as a foreigner (new SIM law)](https://forum.russiable.com/t/how-to-get-a-russian-phone-number-as-a-foreigner-new-sim-law/203)
**Author:** [@NorseVictory](https://forum.russiable.com/u/NorseVictory)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [November 9, 2025, 11:44pm UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/how-to-get-a-russian-phone-number-as-a-foreigner-new-sim-law/203 "2025-11-09T23:44:10Z")
In short, the process is: get notarized translation of your (non-Russian) passport; get SNILS (social security number) at the Pension fund office (or at MFC=Multi-functional Center=МФЦ, Мои документы). At this point yo… --- ## [Visa Registration](https://forum.russiable.com/t/visa-registration/250)
**Author:** [@IlyaIlya](https://forum.russiable.com/u/IlyaIlya)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2025, 8:48pm UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/visa-registration/250 "2025-11-04T20:48:52Z")
Hello! How can I get my Visa registered upon arrival in Moscow? Normally, the hotel will do this for you, but I am staying at a “rented” apartment that I booked through Zenhotels. Its EXTREMELY frustrating figuring thi… --- ## [Visa to Russia and Belarus](https://forum.russiable.com/t/visa-to-russia-and-belarus/296)
**Author:** [@mwi](https://forum.russiable.com/u/mwi)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2025, 12:16pm UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/visa-to-russia-and-belarus/296 "2025-10-29T12:16:38Z")
I am Polish citizen. I am planning to get to Kaliningrad, then fly to Minsk, fly back to Kaliningrad and come back to Poland. Is it allowed now after January 2025 to do it just holding Belarussian visa ? --- ## [Money broker to transfer money to/from Russia only 4% fees](https://forum.russiable.com/t/money-broker-to-transfer-money-to-from-russia-only-4-fees/245)
**Author:** [@Anna](https://forum.russiable.com/u/Anna)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2025, 10:08am UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/money-broker-to-transfer-money-to-from-russia-only-4-fees/245 "2025-10-28T10:08:18Z")
Hello, Jay. I am interested in transferring money from USA to my friend in Russia and would very much appreciate your help. However, I don’t have a telegram account. Is there any other way I could contact you - by e-mail… --- ## [sample medical report](https://forum.russiable.com/t/sample-medical-report/71)
**Author:** [@wargealwhaldwap](https://forum.russiable.com/u/wargealwhaldwap)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2025, 2:50am UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/sample-medical-report/71 "2025-10-27T02:50:49Z")
I am following your advice regarding a prescription that is on List 3. On this page you also advise that I obtain an original medical report and provide a link to sample. However, this link is broken (404). Would you p… --- ## [How to buy tickets for a concert in Russia?](https://forum.russiable.com/t/how-to-buy-tickets-for-a-concert-in-russia/295)
**Author:** [@MartinaANGL](https://forum.russiable.com/u/MartinaANGL)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2025, 7:02pm UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/how-to-buy-tickets-for-a-concert-in-russia/295 "2025-10-24T19:02:48Z")
Hello, I want to buy concert tickets for Lyube in Moscow on the 22 of February. I don’t have a Russian card and mine doesnt work because of the sanctions. Anyone has any ideas? I don’t have a russian friend that can help… --- ## [Profee updates](https://forum.russiable.com/t/profee-updates/228)
**Author:** [@musseque](https://forum.russiable.com/u/musseque)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2025, 12:21pm UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/profee-updates/228 "2025-10-24T12:21:15Z")
does profee or sendnow works for anyone these days? not even sure if theres nee for me to visit bank and ask if its problem on their side --- ## [Possible new flight path to Russia through Belarus](https://forum.russiable.com/t/possible-new-flight-path-to-russia-through-belarus/283)
**Author:** [@NorseVictory](https://forum.russiable.com/u/NorseVictory)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2025, 2:29pm UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/possible-new-flight-path-to-russia-through-belarus/283 "2025-10-22T14:29:32Z")
The USA is lifting sanctions on the airline “Belavia” and resuming air communication with Belarus, which had been closed since 2023 due to sanctions. This was announced by the US President’s representative John Cole dur… --- ## [Travel insurance](https://forum.russiable.com/t/travel-insurance/293)
**Author:** [@grebron](https://forum.russiable.com/u/grebron)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2025, 4:03pm UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/travel-insurance/293 "2025-10-21T16:03:32Z")
I am trying to buy a russian travel insurance which is needed in order to get a visa for travelling to Russia. However, I am unable to make the transaction using my Swedish debit cards. The recipient is a company in Bela… --- ## [Length of stay in Russia](https://forum.russiable.com/t/length-of-stay-in-russia/292)
**Author:** [@lee19k24](https://forum.russiable.com/u/lee19k24)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 20, 2025, 10:18am UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/length-of-stay-in-russia/292 "2025-10-20T10:18:55Z")
I am confused with the 90/180 day rule. I entered Russia June 7 2025. I left Russia September 23 flew to Armenia and returned on September 25. I am currently in Russia living with my fiance, we rent an apartment. Am I i… --- ## [eSIM card](https://forum.russiable.com/t/esim-card/291)
**Author:** [@Krasiu](https://forum.russiable.com/u/Krasiu)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2025, 4:04am UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/esim-card/291 "2025-10-15T04:04:21Z")
Hello. There are some changes with SIM cards in Russia. As I noticed in Holafly it’s not possible to get eSIM card in Russia. I’m planing on my next trip to Russia so maybe you have different options to solve this issue… [Previous page](https://forum.russiable.com/latest.md?page=1) [Next page](https://forum.russiable.com/latest.md?page=3)