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Visa requirements · updated Aug 2026

Do Russia citizens need a visa for Palau?

Visa-free · 30 days

Citizens of Russia can visit Palau visa-free for up to 30 days. Just a valid passport at the border.

VISAXSAug 2026
Visa-free
Russia → Palau
30days

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Russia vs Palau: passport comparison

Russia

81

visa-free countries

Global rank: #93 · mobility 125.4

Palau

69

visa-free countries

Global rank: #87 · mobility 131.5
26

countries both Russia and Palau can enter visa-free together

Russia + Palau: passport compatibility

45%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Russia and Palau travel together — by entry type:

26 both visa-free
21 both visa on arrival
22 both e-visa / eTA
20 both need a visa
108 access differs

Where Russia and Palau can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

How the entry rule changed: Russia → Palau

We keep our own archive of visa-rule snapshots and diff them against each other. Here is what changed over the observed period.

The Russia → Palau rule itself held steady over the observed period. The context around it did move:

4rule changes for the Russia passport, 4 of them easing
July 2024 — June 2026our archive observation window

Comparison is built from our own dataset snapshots; the date marks when we recorded the change, not the official decision date. See all changes →

Where else Russia goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Palau

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Up to 30 days

No visa needed for the stay

Frequently asked

Do Russia citizens need a visa for Palau?
Citizens of Russia can visit Palau visa-free for up to 30 days. Just a valid passport at the border.
How long can Russia citizens stay in Palau without a visa?
Russia passport holders are allowed to stay up to 30 days per visit.
Which passport is stronger — Russia or Palau?
The Russia passport is stronger: 81 visa-free countries versus 69. Global rank: Russia #93, Palau #87.
Where can Russia and Palau citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 26 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Palau?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Russia and Palau?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Aug 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Russia passport ranking

Where else the Russia passport can take you and how it ranks worldwide.

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