Do you need a visa for Russia with a British passport?
Visa required
With a British passport a visa is required for Russia. Apply at the consulate before departure.
Data last updated on 06/08/2026
This is for guidance only: entry rules change without notice. Confirm it before you travel with the consulate or embassy of your destination, and with the relevant authorities (your airline, border police).
Climate & seasons
When to go to Russia?
Monthly averages over the past 5 years (Open-Meteo).
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Weather | ||||||||||||
| High | -29° | -24° | -16° | -7° | 2° | 13° | 18° | 14° | 5° | -4° | -18° | -26° |
| Rain (mm) | 19 | 17 | 41 | 46 | 43 | 90 | 83 | 68 | 70 | 64 | 41 | 21 |
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