Travel Summary

• We advise against all travel to Chechnya, Ingushetia and Dagestan because of the security situation in the North Caucasus.
  

• Political rallies are occurring in Moscow and other places across Russia following Presidential elections.  You should check media for the latest information, remain vigilant, and avoid any demonstrations.  See Safety and Security - Political Situation.

• We advise against all travel to the districts of east and south Stavropol Krai which border Dagestan and Chechnya, namely Budyonnovsky, Levokumsky, Neftekumsky, Stepnovsky and Kursky.
  
  
• We advise against all but essential travel to North Ossetia, Karachai-Cherkessia and Kabardino-Balkaria (including the Elbrus area).
  
  
• There is a high level of threat from terrorism. Attacks cannot be ruled out and could be indiscriminate, including in places frequented by expatriates and foreign travellers. Attacks have occurred most frequently in Moscow and in the North Caucasus.
  
  
• If you are planning an Arctic cruise, or are travelling to Arctic areas, see our page on Arctic travel.
  
  
• In the first half of 2011 a total of 85,807 British nationals entered Russia. (Source: Russian Federal Agency for Tourism). Most visits are trouble-free. See General - Consular Assistance Statistics. You should be aware of the risks of crime. See Safety and Security - Crime.
  
  
• You should take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling. See General - Insurance.