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Grozny

The Heart of Chechnya Mosque and mountains on the horizon

Photo: Wikimedia Commons

A city rebuilt at the foot of the mountains: the Heart of Chechnya Mosque, skyscrapers and a capital of martial arts

A city rebuilt from scratch: the Heart of Chechnya Mosque, the Grozny City towers and the Flower Park. Mountain lakes and ancient towers are close by.

For foreign citizens

Entering Russia

Buses from Uralsk cross the Russian border. If you don't hold a Russian passport, here's what to know in advance.

  • VisaKazakhstan citizens don't need a visa and can stay up to 90 days in every 180. Citizens of other countries: check whether you need a Russian visa before booking.
  • Gosuslugi RuID appIn 2026 Russia is introducing advance registration through the RuID app for visa-free foreign visitors — at least 72 hours before the border, with a QR code issued after the check. Sources differ on exactly who it applies to, so check in advance.
  • Migration card and registrationFor longer stays, a migration card is filled in at the border, and your hotel or landlord registers you with the migration authorities.
  • ChildrenA child needs their own passport. If a child travels with one parent or without parents, bring a notarised consent to travel from the parent(s).
  • Debts can block your exitIn both Russia and Kazakhstan, debts under enforcement proceedings (loans, alimony, fines, taxes) can lead to a ban on leaving the country — and you only find out at the border. Check a couple of days before your trip: it takes a minute.
Check debts — Kazakhstan citizens

Information as of November 2026, collected from open sources. Rules change — check them on the foreign ministry and border service websites before you travel.

Who will love it here

  • Athletes and fansA capital of combat sports — home to many freestyle wrestling and MMA champions. FC Akhmat plays in the Premier League.
  • Nature loversMountain Lake Kezenoyam, the Argun Gorge, waterfalls and ancient tower complexes in the mountains.
  • Time to unwindThe Heart of Chechnya Mosque lit up at night, the Flower Park and famous Caucasian hospitality.
  • Students and applicantsChechen State University and the Millionshchikov State Oil Technical University.
  • Families with childrenThe Flower Park, Grozny City, walks along Putin Avenue and day trips to the mountains.

Sport and outdoors

  • Combat sportsWrestling and MMA are the republic's main sports.
  • Akhmat — footballA Premier League club at the Akhmat Arena.
  • MountainsHiking and jeep tours through the Argun Gorge.

What to try

  • Zhizhig galnashMeat with dumplings and garlic sauce — the main national dish.
  • ChepalgashThin flatbreads with cottage cheese in melted butter.
  • KhingalshPumpkin flatbreads — sweet and spicy.

Arenas, stadiums and sport

Water parks, parks and fun

Evenings and nightlife

Sights

Museums and parks

Universities

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