It is important to know about customs regulations before traveling to Russia to avoid legal issues and potential fines. As you know, customs regulations widely depend on the country. Before traveling to (or from) Russia make sure to check the allowance and limits for the next things:
- Alcohol and tobacco
- Currency
- Medicines (especially those containing drugs)
- Animals
- Cultural artifacts
- Plants, fruits, vegetables and other agricultural products
Check the information below to be sure that you are complying with Russia customs regulations.
Import regulations in Russia
Duty-free allowance
Tobacco limit
Restricted to travellers 18 years and over. One of the following:
- 200 cigarettes;
- 50 cigars;
- 250g tobacco;
- or a proportionate combination of the above weighing up to 250g.
Bringing alcohol
- Restricted to travellers 18 years and over;
- 5 litres of alcohol.
Other Goods
- Medication should be for personal use, and accompanied by a prescription.
Prohibited items
The following are goods which cannot be brought into the country.
- Ozone depleting substances.
- Plant protection agents which are banned under the Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants.
- Fishing tools banned by the customs union.
- Service and civilian weapons, their major parts, and ammunition which are considered to be prohibited.
- Hazardous waste.
- Undercover surveillance and intelligence gathering equipment.
- Narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances not intended for personal use with a prescription.
Restricted items
These goods are strictly regulated, and in most cases require a permit to be obtained prior to arrival.
- Cryptographic materials.
- Service and civilian weapons, their major parts, and ammunition which are considered to be restricted.
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