Russia passport → Greece
Do Russian citizens need a visa for Greece?
Russian passport holders need a visa for Greece, arranged before you travel. Depending on the country, that means an online application, a sponsor or agent, or an appointment at a visa centre.
Apply on the official site: mfa.gr
What this means for your trip
- Start early. Some countries take the whole application online; others need a visa-centre appointment for fingerprints, and waits can be long in peak season.
- Typical documents: application form, photos, bank statements, tax returns, an employment letter, bookings and travel insurance.
- If you already hold certain other visas, a simpler route may apply. Check the section below.
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Greece at a glance
- Capital
- Athens
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Languages
- Greek
- Calling code
- +30
- Region
- Southern Europe
GR39.0°N · 22.0°EPhoto: Neda Glisovic · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia CommonsGreece for other passports
- RussiaVisa required
IndiaVisa required
United StatesVisa-free90 days
United KingdomVisa-free90 days
United Arab EmiratesVisa-free90 days
ChinaVisa required
SingaporeVisa-free90 days
PakistanVisa required
BangladeshVisa required
Sri LankaVisa required
NepalVisa required
NigeriaVisa required
PhilippinesVisa required
Nearby in Southern Europe for Russian passport holders
AndorraVisa-free90 days
Bosnia and HerzegovinaVisa-free30 days
MontenegroVisa-free30 days
San MarinoVisa-free90 days
SerbiaVisa-free30 days
AlbaniaeVisa
CroatiaVisa required
ItalyVisa required
Common questions
Do Russian citizens need a visa for Greece?
Russian passport holders need a visa for Greece, arranged before you travel. Depending on the country, that means an online application, a sponsor or agent, or an appointment at a visa centre.
How long can Russian citizens stay in Greece?
The allowed stay depends on the visa you are granted. Check the decision letter or entry stamp.
Can Russian citizens get a visa on arrival in Greece?
Not under the standard rules.
How many countries can Russian citizens visit without a visa?
114 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The Russia passport ranks #36 of 93 (passports with equal scores share a rank).
Source: Wikipedia contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0). Updated weekly. Rules can change, so give the official site a quick look before you fly.