Question
I am HIV positive can I go to Russia? I am UK citizen
9 February 2010. Related: All topics, Travel.
Answer
Thank you for the question.
Russia is one of the few countries that still has a ban on HIV positive people. However, immigration will only know that you are HIV positive if they find your medication. If you are not yet on treatment you should be fine. If you are on medication, remember it is best to keep your medication in your hand luggage.
Many people continue travel to these countries knowing there is a slight risk that their medication could be found. If this happens you could be sent back to the UK, but we have heard that in similar situations, customs officials do not know or care specifically about HIV.
It might help if you ask your doctor to write a letter saying you have a medical condition which requires medication but that you are fit to travel. The letter shouldn’t state that you are HIV positive, but should mention that your medication is for a ‘long term health condition’.
Hello Faruk and many thanks for getting in touch.
Living with HIV allows you to travel and work in many countries, although I am not sure about Russia.
As we only specialise in HIV treatment, kindly read here for more information:
https://www.positivedestinations.info
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