What Is Important to Keep in Mind If You Are Planning to Leave Russia

What is important to remember if you are planning to leave RussiaThe Federal Customs Service reports a major increase in passenger traffic at two borders. In particular, according to the agency, the number of Russians crossing the border with China has increased significantly. From January through July, more than 503,000 tourists passed through the Zabaykalsk automobile checkpoint, 56% more than in the same period in 2025.

In addition, the FCS reports that more than 20,000 people crossed the Russian border with Georgia in a single day. However, Georgia's Interior Ministry disagrees with that estimate.

In any case, if you also have to cross the Russian border, it is worth preparing for it, because at the inspection something can go wrong at any moment. One way to protect yourself is to stay in constant contact with your trusted person. We explain why and exactly how to organize this in our video.

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