RuID Registration and QR Code Are No Longer Mandatory
What Has Changed?
Registration is now optional
– In the Timatic system, “must complete” has been changed to “are advised to complete.”
– QR codes are no longer required at the border.
No penalties for not registering
– Entry into Russia is allowed even without filling out the RuID application.
– Denial of boarding or entry is not legally justified.
Who does this apply to?
– Only to citizens of visa-free countries (e.g., Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan).
– Rules remain unchanged for travelers who require a visa.
Actions Taken by Authorities
– The Ministry of Digital Development, Ministry of Economic Development, and Ministry of Transport updated the rules promptly after requests from ATOR (Association of Tour Operators of Russia).
– Timatic system was updated within one day.
Benefits of Voluntarily Using RuID:
– Check for possible entry bans in advance
– Automatically generate a SNILS (social security number) for SIM cards and public services
– Create a digital profile to simplify health insurance (DMS), self-employment registration, and more
– Faster entry for frequent travelers
– Ability to change the purpose of visit online (e.g., from tourism to work or study)
Who Can Benefit?
– Those planning long-term stays (work, study, business)
– Frequent visitors to Russia
– Tourists seeking convenience (SIM card, insurance, etc.)
How to Register?
– Download the RuID app from the App Store or Google Play
– Sign up via email
– Fill in the application (passport, photo, purpose of visit) at least 72 hours before travel (or 4 hours in urgent cases)
