russian federation

restricted

travel approval

elevated

travel security risk

A

healthcare infrastructure and disease risk

travel requirements

Business travel to Russia requires approval from Global Security and the hosting business unit. Be advised that approved visits may be cancelled or postponed at short notice if security conditions change. All travelers must take the following actions:

Get approval from designated Global Security contact and the hosting business unit.
As early as possible in trip planning, consult Global Security for assistance in assessing and managing the risks associated with a proposed itinerary before booking through CTREX or authorized travel agencies
Once approved, provide Tania Polyakova with travel details in advance of arrival in-country (shown below) Chevron in Russia operates a 24/7 security support service arranged via Tania Polyakova.

All travel is prohibited to: the regions near the Russian-Ukrainian and Russia-Belarus borders, North Caucasus republics of Chechnya, Dagestan, Ingushetia, Karachay-Cherkessia,North Ossetia, and Kabardino-Balkaria

contacts

Click on the link below for all location specific contacts to support travel coordination, approvals, security and medical questions. Please save this information before you travel.

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security risks

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has led to severe restrictions on air travel into and out of the country. Western sanctions are precipitating pressure on the Russian economy. The government has responded aggressively against anti-war protests; travelers should avoid any demonstrations.

Although the number of terrorist incidents in Russia has declined over the past decade, local and transnational groups continue to plot attacks in Russia. Terrorists associated with Islamic State caried out a mass shooting attack at a concert venue near Moscow in March 2024. Russia has primarily seen unsophisticated lone wolf attacks in recent years, but has a history of more deadly, coordinated attacks such as the 2010 metro bombings and an airport bombing in 2011. Russian security services are focused on the war in Ukraine rather than the threat of Islamic extremism, creating reduced capacity to detect and thwart possible attacks. Russia’s volatile North Caucasus has been a hub for Islamic extremism and the epicenter of terrorist activity – travel to the region is prohibited.

healthcare infrastructure and disease risks

The Healthcare Infrastructure and Disease risk level for Russia is Elevated (A). Click here for health guidance.

guidance

Visitors from the U.S., UK, EU, and especially Ukraine should expect increased scrutiny of their activities and intentions from Russian officials, making it particularly important to carry all necessary documentation and to make sure all information is correct.

Visitors in Russia should exercise high levels of caution and situational awareness and take the following precautions:

Avoid displaying valuables, including cash, electronics, and jewelry
Be aware of the risk, through various means, of information theft and should expect all communications in Russia to be monitored and retained
Laptops and mobile devices in particular should not be left unattended
Limit movements, especially after dark
Use reliable private car services for transportation
Avoid political demonstrations and other gatherings
Refrain from visiting local beaches, where currents are strong and robberies commonplace
Monitor media and local information sources
Minimize your profile by not displaying Chevron-related logos on your belongings
Be prepared for additional security measures and potential travel disruptions
All staff should ensure that their contact details are up to date before travel to Russia

Employees should be aware that information security risks can be greater during travel, as third parties present in foreign countries may monitor communications and transmissions.

Employees are advised to avoid communications on sensitive matters and to travel with as little sensitive information as possible.

	travel approval level	description
	Not Restricted	No Global Security travel restrictions.
	Restricted	Travel requires authorization from Global Security and/or local business unit management.

	travel security risk levels	description
	Low	Low levels of non-violent crime may be present in business and tourist districts, hotels or other locations frequented by travelers, but violent crime is infrequent. Terrorist groups have limited operational capabilities or security and emergency services have the capacity to detect or adequately respond to a potential attack. Protests are mostly non-violent and rarely disrupt regular commerce, transportation and business operations. Industrial action and transport disruption are infrequent.
	Elevated	Crime is not pervasive, but non-violent and violent crime could impact visitors. Periodic political unrest, protests, and/or sporadic acts of terrorism occur, but are unlikely to directly impact business travelers. The capacity of security and emergency services and infrastructure varies. Industrial action can disrupt travel.
	High	Crime and terrorism pose significant direct or incidental risks to travelers. Anti-government or anti-western demonstrations may be commonplace or violent and could delay or prevent travel. Parts of the country are inaccessible or off-limits to the traveler.
	Critical	Violent crime and/or terrorism is pervasive and is directed at travelers. Political instability, domestic conflict and/or violent civil unrest pose significant risks. There is a high risk of arbitrary detention. Large parts of the country are inaccessible to foreigners.

	levels	description
	A	Health care infrastructure is well developed, and site is often used as a referral center. It has competent care in English in most or all sub-specialties, including non-clinical adjuncts such as speech therapy, developmental needs, etc. Endemic diseases are well controlled or not significant. Chevron maintains or has ready access to health care resources. Business travelers should strongly consider consulting with Global Health and Medical prior to travel.
	B	Health care infrastructure is partially/poorly developed and not always available. Advanced care is on an emergency-only basis because of concerns about access, competence, communications in English, medical culture, follow up, hygiene, etc. or care is available for basic needs and sometimes for diagnostics only. Few or no non-clinical adjunctive care resources are present. Endemic diseases may be present with irregular or poor control. Chevron has limited or no internal health support and relies on limited external health care resources or external health resources are unreliable. Business travelers should strongly consider consulting with Global Health and Medical prior to travel.