Federal Agency for Tourism of the Russian Federation

The Federal Agency for Tourism (Rosturizm) is the executive body of the Government of the Russian Federation responsible for the development and implementation of state policy and regulatory legal acts in the field of tourism, as well as for providing state services and managing state property in this sphere.

The Agency operates in accordance with the Constitution of the Russian Federation, federal constitutional laws, federal laws, acts of the President and the Government of the Russian Federation. Rosturizm cooperates with other federal executive bodies, public associations, international organizations, and foreign partners.

Key functions of the Agency include: development of state programs for tourism development; implementation of state support measures for the tourism industry; regulation of tourist activities, licensing and accreditation; protection of tourists' rights; promotion of Russian tourism products on domestic and international markets; development of tourism statistics and analytics; international cooperation in tourism.

Rosturizm carries out its activities through its central office in Moscow and territorial bodies. The Agency's website provides comprehensive information for tourists, tour operators, investors, and media representatives.

This English-language section of the website offers basic information about tourism in Russia, the activities of Rosturizm, and practical guidance for foreign visitors planning to travel to the Russian Federation.