🇷🇺Russian Federation

🇬🇾GuyanaRU-GY

Russian Federation to Guyana visa requirements

Q: How long can a Russian tourist stay in Guyana without a visa?

Up to 90 days per visit. The exact duration is granted by the immigration officer on arrival.

Q: Is Guyana part of the Schengen area or does ETIAS apply?

No. Guyana is in South America and is not part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply.

Q: Does a Russian traveler need an eVisa or visa on arrival for Guyana?

No. Guyana's eVisa/approval-letter and visa-on-arrival schemes apply only to nationals who are NOT visa-exempt. Russian citizens are visa-exempt and need neither.

Q: What documents should I carry on arrival?

A passport valid at least 6 months with two blank pages, a completed arrival card, and ideally a return ticket, proof of accommodation, and proof of sufficient funds.

Q: Can I extend my stay beyond 90 days?

Yes, you may request an extension by contacting the Guyana Department of Immigration and Citizenship before your authorized stay expires.

Russian ordinary passport holders do NOT need a visa for tourist visits to Guyana. They may enter visa-free and stay up to 90 days. As of 30 May 2026, citizens of the Russian Federation holding an ordinary passport can travel to Guyana visa-free for tourism and short visits for up to 90 days. The visa requirement was abolished on 1 August 2010, and this exemption is confirmed by the official Embassy of Guyana visa-exemption list, which expressly names the "Russian Federation for 90 days for holders of Diplomatic/Service/Official and Ordinary passports." Travelers receive an entry stamp on arrival at the immigration counter and do not apply for any visa, eVisa, or visa-on-arrival sticker in advance. Guyana is in South America and is NOT part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply. To qualify for visa-free entry, the passport should be valid for at least 6 months with at least two blank pages. Border officers may ask to see a return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation, and proof of sufficient funds. While Guyana does operate an eServices portal and a visa-on-arrival approval-letter scheme, these apply only to nationals who are NOT visa-exempt; Russian tourists do not need them. No application fee applies to the visa-free entry itself.

VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Visa-free (no visa required)

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days

per entry

Entries

Multiple entries permitted within the visa-free allowance

from issue date

Visa fee

None (no visa fee for visa-free entry)

consular fee only

Processing time

None - entry stamp issued on arrival

standard track

Validity

Stay granted at entry, up to 90 days per visit

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm passport validity

Ensure your Russian ordinary passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned date of entry and has at least two blank pages for stamps.

· 6 months validity· 2 blank pages

/02

Book travel and accommodation

Arrange flights (typically routed via the Caribbean, North America, or Europe to Georgetown Cheddi Jagan International Airport) and confirm a hotel or host address.

· Onward/return ticket· Accommodation proof

/03

Prepare supporting documents

Carry proof of sufficient funds, a return or onward ticket, and accommodation details. No visa application is needed in advance.

· Proof of funds· Return ticket

/04

Complete the arrival/immigration card

On arrival, fill out the immigration arrival form provided at the airport or by the airline.

· Arrival card

/05

Clear immigration at the border

Present your passport at the immigration counter. The officer grants a visa-free entry stamp for a stay of up to 90 days.

· Entry stamp· Up to 90 days

/06

Observe your permitted stay

Do not overstay the 90-day limit. If you need longer, contact the Guyana Department of Immigration and Citizenship before your stay expires to request an extension.

· Max 90 days· Extension via Immigration Dept

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

11 items

Personalized checklist

Russian Federation -> Guyana · Visa-free (no visa required)

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Visa typeTravel date

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RequiredRussian ordinary passport valid for at least 6 months beyond entry

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredAt least two blank passport pages

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RecommendedReturn or onward air ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

recommended

RequiredCompleted immigration arrival card

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

ConditionalYellow fever vaccination certificate (if arriving from or transiting an endemic area)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

conditional

OptionalTravel/medical insurance

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

optional

OptionalContact details for Department of Immigration if extension may be needed

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

optional

ConditionalOfficial application form or online application

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

Official sourcesEmbassy of Guyana - Countries Whose Nationals Do Not Require Visas Ministry of Foreign Affairs Guyana - Visa Information Wikipedia - Visa policy of Guyana

Application link included: Embassy of Guyana - Countries Whose Nationals Do Not Require Visas

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist visa fee0No visa required for Russian ordinary passport holders

Visa-on-arrival fee0Not applicable - Russian nationals are visa-exempt

Stay extension (if requested in-country)VariesOptional; payable to the Guyana Department of Immigration and Citizenship only if extending beyond 90 days

Total estimate0 — 0incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free entry on arrival

Immediate at the border

No prior application. Immigration grants a visa-free stamp of up to 90 days upon arrival.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Bilateral/unilateral visa exemption

Guyana abolished the visa requirement for Russian nationals on 1 August 2010, granting 90 days visa-free entry for all passport types.

High

/02

Tourism and short visits

The visa-free channel covers tourism, family visits, and short non-remunerated stays.

High

/03

Business meetings (short)

Short business visits such as meetings or conferences are generally permitted under the visa-free stay, though work requires separate authorization.

Medium

/04

Transit

Travelers passing through Guyana en route elsewhere benefit from the same visa-free entry.

Low

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30 · major

Russia to Guyana route verified

Confirmed via the official Embassy of Guyana visa-exemption list and Guyana visa policy that Russian ordinary passport holders enter visa-free for up to 90 days. No eVisa or visa-on-arrival required.

/09 — The questions