Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Need to Know
Currency
Ruble (r) R40 = €1, R28 = US$1
Language
Russian
Visas
Nearly all visitors need a visa, which will require an invitation. Tourist visas are
generally single entry and valid for 30 days.
Money
ATMs are widespread, and credit cards accepted in most good restaurants and
shops.
Mobile Phones
Local SIM cards can be bought for very little and used in GSM-compatible
phones. Nearly all phones will be able to roam in Russia.
Time
St Petersburg uses Moscow time, which is GMT+3 in winter and GMT+4 in
summer.
