TRAVEL & TEACH ENGLISH IN RUSSIA

Russia - Level 4: Do Not Travel
Do not travel to Russia due to the consequences of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine by Russian military forces. U.S. citizens may face harassment or detention by Russian security officials, arbitrary enforcement of local laws, limited flights into and out of Russia, and the possibility of terrorism. The U.S. Embassy has limited ability to assist U.S. citizens in Russia. The Department has determined that there is a continued risk of wrongful detention of U.S. nationals by Russian authorities. U.S. citizens residing or traveling in Russia should leave immediately.

Russia, the largest country in the world, encompasses a vast and diverse landscape spanning across Eastern Europe and Northern Asia. The western region is characterized by the expansive East European Plain, home to major cities like Moscow and St. Petersburg, while the Ural Mountains serve as a natural boundary between Europe and Asia. East of the Urals lies the expansive Siberian region, known for its vast forests, tundra, and the frozen landscapes of the Arctic. The southern region borders several countries and features diverse terrain, from the Caucasus Mountains to the steppes of Central Asia. Russia also boasts a long coastline along the Arctic and Pacific oceans, as well as access to the Baltic and Black seas. The country's extensive network of rivers, including the Volga, Ob, and Yenisei, play a crucial role in transportation and resource management.

U.S. Embassy Moscow Bolshoy Deviatinsky Pereulok No. 8Moscow 121099, Russian Federation

Telephone
+(7) (495) 728-5000
Emergency
+(7) (495) 728-5000
Fax
+(7) (495) 728-5084
Email
moscowacs@state.gov
Website
https://ru.usembassy.gov/