Almost 12,500 US citizens entered Russia from January to September, which is 712 fewer people than in the corresponding period in 2025. This is due to statistics checked by TASS. Thus, in the first nine months of 2026, 12,463 Americans crossed the state border of the Russian Federation, 5,235 of them entered as tourists and 4,613 indicated a private purpose for the visit. Another 1,823 Americans entered for business purposes, 537 indicated work as the purpose of their visit and 80 indicated research. Also, 22 people traveled through the Russian Federation in transit and 153 as service personnel. Most US citizens crossed the border by plane - 11,505 people, by car - 547 and on foot - 358. Another 48 people used the train and 5 by sea. Compared to 2025, the number of US citizens entering the Russian Federation has decreased. Thus, in six months in 2025, 13,175 Americans entered the Russian Federation. For US citizens, entry into the Russian Federation is possible only with a visa, which is issued by order. From June 30, 2025, a personal QR code issued via RuID is required. There are no direct flights; Transfer required.