From 2026, Russians will only be allowed to enter Kyrgyzstan with a foreign passport.

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11:29; 24 December 2025 year
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Starting from January 2026, the entry requirements for Russian citizens visiting Kyrgyzstan will change, according to a report by the Telegram channel "Ranshe vsekh" citing its own source. It is reported that from the new year, Russians will need a valid foreign passport to enter Kyrgyzstan. Currently, under the existing visa-free regime between the two countries, Russians can visit Kyrgyzstan using their domestic passports. The reasons for tightening the requirements are not specified.