Russia Travel & Emergency Guide
Essential emergency numbers, speed limits, etiquette & travel tips
Open in WooGu (100% Offline)Emergency Numbers in Russia
112
General Emergency
102
Police
103
Ambulance / Medical
101
Fire Department
Key Travel Facts
Capital
Moscow
Currency
Rubel (RUB)
Official Language
Russian
Country Code
+7
Driving Rules & Speed Limits in Russia
Urban / City
—
Rural
90
Highway
110
Alcohol Limit
0.5 ‰
Toll & Vignette: Some toll motorways (e.g. M11) via electronic transponder or toll plazas.
Tipping & Etiquette
Recommendation: 5–10% customary
- DO Take off your outdoor shoes when entering private homes.
- DO Bring an odd number of flowers as a gift for hosts.
- DON'T Do not shake hands across a doorstep (considered bad luck).
- DON'T Do not photograph military or official security installations.
Power Sockets & Tap Water
Plug Type & Electricity: Sockets of type C and F. European standard plugs fit without an adapter.
Tap Water: Tap water should be boiled or filtered before drinking.
Insider Tip: The historic metro stations of Moscow resemble magnificent underground palaces.
