Updated 29 November 2024

Russia (Russian Federation)

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Overview

There are significant threats to New Zealanders travelling to Russia. You should leave as soon as it is safe. The armed conflict with Ukraine has impacted commercial flight availability and access to financial services. 

There is also potential for the security situation to deteriorate with little warning.

Other things that New Zealanders travelling or living in Russia should be aware of are:

  • Terrorism - there is an ongoing threat of terrorism in Russia. Attacks are likely and could happen anywhere in Russia, at any time.
  • Civil unrest and political tension - political protests, demonstrations and marches occasionally escalate into violence in Russia. Avoid all protests, demonstrations and marches. Russian authorities may enforce local laws in an arbitrary manner.  
  • Violent crime - racially motivated attacks, theft, assault and scams happen. Pay close attention to your personal security.

See below for detailed travel advice.

Nearest office

New Zealand Embassy Moscow, Russian Federation

Moscow, Russian Federation

Street Address:
44 Povarskaya Ulitsa , Moscow 121069, Russian Federation

Telephone:
+7 495 956 3579

Alternate Telephone:
+7 495 956 3580

Email:
[email protected]

Website:
http://www.mfat.govt.nz/russia

Hours:
Mon - Fri 0900 - 1230, 1330 - 1730 hrs

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