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hope25 · Frequent Guest Joined: 01 Feb 2008 Posts: 12

Hello everyone, I hope this the right section to post such topic, if not, I apologize to the moderators and admin. My question is, I will be traveling to Russia for my first time and like to clarify the documents I need are correct. Any tips or recommendations will be greatly appreciated. I am an American and will be staying with my girlfriend’s parent’s home for no more than 2 months. So far I gathered that I would need the following:

US Passport Book
Russian Business Visa
Credit Card (Need to get one ASAP)

However, I am unsure what correct procedures I need to follow when arriving to Russia . A travel agent I spoke with recommended that I stay at a hotel in Moscow for one day and let the hotel handle my documents. From what I understand on the FAQ on ways to Russia you can have a hotel reserved, but do not need to stay there. Problem is, my girlfriend lives in Kostroma and will be picking me up by train. I’m a little confused as far as what to do. Is it really necessary to stay in a hotel or can I leave with my girlfriend after my arrival? Does she need to show any identification if I do stay at a hotel for one day showing that she will take responsibility of me? Also, after checking out at Moscow airport am I free to go on my own or should I check in with the Russian consulate right away? I apologize if my questions sound silly. Truth is, I just need some reassurance as to taking the right steps in traveling to Russia and since majority of my stay will be at my girlfriend's place.

Thank you Very Happy

hope25 · Frequent Guest Joined: 01 Feb 2008 Posts: 12

no one

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mister_wizzz · VIP Joined: 27 May 2004 Posts: 582

I know this issue has already been discussed many times on waytorussia. Do a search and you will find some answers.

hope25 · Frequent Guest Joined: 01 Feb 2008 Posts: 12

Thanks, will do a search

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