Russia to Welcome Indian Travelers with Visa-Free Entry by 2025

By TripFactory Holidays

Visa-Free Travel Launch

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Strategic Announcement

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Increased Accessibility

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Surge in Indian Tourism

Cloud Banner Over 28,500 Indian tourists visited Moscow in the first half of 2024, marking a 1.5-fold increase from the same period in 2023.

India’s Tourism Ranking

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Current E-Visa Option

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High Demand for E-Visas

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Strengthening Relations

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Focus on Seamless Travel

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Increased Tourism Prospects

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