Travel Information

Russian citizens travelling to India

Citizens of Russia that are travelling to India need to apply for an e-visa online before travelling.

What to expect in India

inexpensive cost of living
bad air quality
🐌 Below average wifi
🤝 friendly locals
⛅ warm weather
temples
history

Flights and Prices

Flight prices to India from Russia usually are around 22783.00 RUB. Aeroflot is a common carrier airline.

International and domestic airlines

Common international airlines are

Jet Airways, Air India, and Emirates

. Popular domestic airlines are

Indigo, SpiceJet, and Air India

Common Tourist Questions

🥘 Do I need to tip?

No, you are not expected to tip at restaurants and other service businesses.

💰 Should I carry cash?

No, you don't have to carry cash with you. Credit cards are generally accepted. This may not be the case in smaller cities so you should double-check when you land.

☎️ Where do I get a SIM card from?

Some popular telecom companies are

AirTel, Aircel, and Telkomsel

.

💦 Can I drink tap water?

No, you cannot drink tap water. Bottled water is recommended.

🚕What do I use to get around?

Popular ride-hailing services include

Ola.

Exchange Rates

The primary currency is INR.

1 RUB = 1.075359 INR

To put that in perspective, the average dinner will cost you roughly $2.81 USD.

Visa Status

An E-Visa can filled out and submitted online before travel.

Notes and Passport Validity

Ensure that your passport is valid for 30 days, 90 days past your travel date.

eVisa or India is available in three duration for Tourism: 30 Day, 1 Year and 5 Years. :Entry is allowed on 28 Airports and 5 Seaports. :

Safety and Security

Do not travel.

We now advise all not to travel overseas at this time including to India. Travel conditions in India are changing rapidly. State governments are imposing COVID-19 measures which may impact on your ability to travel easily. If you wish to leave, check departure options while commercial means are available. We now advise you to: Do not travel to India.

Statistics

These values are calculated by computing the average scores that we have available to us across all cities in India. In some cases, they may not be completely accurate.

Internet Speed (2.31 / 5)
Safety (3.98 / 5)
Cost of Living (5.00 / 5)
Average Hotel Cost

$28.50 USD / night

Average Dinners

$2.81 USD

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