Russia to Offer Visa-Free Travel for Indian Tourists Starting 2025
In a major move to boost tourism and strengthen bilateral ties, Russia has announced visa-free travel for Indian tourists beginning in 2025. The decision aims to make it easier for Indian travelers to explore Russia’s rich cultural and historical landmarks.
This initiative follows the introduction of e-visas for Indian citizens on August 1, 2023, a system that allows travelers to obtain their visas within just four days. The e-visa program has already streamlined travel for Indians, offering a hassle-free way to visit Russia.
The visa-free travel arrangement is expected to further increase the flow of tourists between the two nations and foster cultural exchange. Indian tourists can now look forward to exploring iconic destinations like Moscow, St. Petersburg, and Lake Baikal with simplified travel procedures.
Experts see this as a step toward enhancing people-to-people connections and encouraging economic and tourism-related growth. Details about the visa-free process and its implementation are expected to be released closer to 2025.
For now, Indian travelers can continue to enjoy the convenience of e-visas as they plan their Russian escapades.