Electronic Visa
Since 2023, the electronic visa (e-visa) has been available — a very convenient way to travel to Russia.
No need to visit embassies or fill out paper forms — everything is done online, even from your sofa, in 20 minutes or less.
What is an e-visa to Russia? - It’s:
What do you need? - Just three things:
How to apply? - Very simple
Here’s the official Russian MFA website: 👉 https://electronic-visa.kdmid.ru There, you need to:
Where can I enter Russia?
E-visas are accepted at all major airports, including:
Why shouldn’t you worry?
Russia is a vast and beautiful country with rich history and culture. Tourists are welcomed warmly here. People are ready to help — and even if you don’t speak Russian, you’ll easily find English-speaking guides or translators.
No need to visit embassies or fill out paper forms — everything is done online, even from your sofa, in 20 minutes or less.
What is an e-visa to Russia? - It’s:
- an online document for entering Russia
- valid for a stay of up to 16 days
- issued in a maximum of 4 days
- costs only $52
- no invitations or extra documents needed
What do you need? - Just three things:
- A passport (valid for at least 6 more months)
- A photo of your face (a selfie on a white background is fine)
- Medical insurance (just like in many countries)
How to apply? - Very simple
Here’s the official Russian MFA website: 👉 https://electronic-visa.kdmid.ru There, you need to:
- select your country (Visa check list)
- upload your passport and photo
- pay by card
- receive the visa by email
That’s it! The whole process takes about 15–20 minutes or less
Where can I enter Russia?
E-visas are accepted at all major airports, including:
- St. Petersburg (Pulkovo)
- Moscow (Sheremetyevo, Domodedovo, Vnukovo)
- Vladivostok, Kaliningrad, Kazan, Sochi, and more
- Full list — on the website.
Why shouldn’t you worry?
Russia is a vast and beautiful country with rich history and culture. Tourists are welcomed warmly here. People are ready to help — and even if you don’t speak Russian, you’ll easily find English-speaking guides or translators.
The electronic visa to Russia is truly simple to obtain.
📌 Getting a visa — easy
📌 Visiting Russia — safe
📌 The trip — unforgettable
Visa-Free Countries
Citizens of certain countries do not require a visa to enter the Russian Federation. However, in most cases, their stay in Russia is limited to a specific period. For longer stays, a visa is required.
Abkhazia
Stay up to 90 days within a 365-day period.
Azerbaijan
Stay up to 90 days within a 365-day period.
Argentina
Stay up to 90 days within a 365-day period for non-commercial purposes.
Armenia
Stay up to 90 days within a 365-day period.
Belarus
Unlimited stay.
Bolivia
Stay up to 90 days within a 365-day period for non-commercial purposes.
Bosnia and Herzegovina
For tourists: up to 30 days within any 60-day period; for other purposes: up to 90 days; supporting documents required.
Brazil
Stay up to 90 days within a 365-day period for non-commercial purposes.
Brunei
Stay up to 14 days for non-commercial purposes (not valid for employment or studies).
Chile
Stay up to 90 days within a 365-day period for non-commercial purposes.
Colombia
Stay up to 90 days within a 365-day period for non-commercial purposes.
Costa Rica
Stay up to 90 days (not applicable for holders of diplomatic or service passports).
Cuba
Stay up to 30 days.
Dominican Republic
Stay up to 60 days within every 180-day period for non-commercial purposes.
Ecuador
Stay up to 90 days within a 365-day period for non-commercial purposes.
Fiji
Stay up to 90 days within a 365-day period.
Guatemala
Stay up to 90 days within a 365-day period for non-commercial purposes.
Guyana
Stay up to 90 days within a 365-day period for non-commercial purposes.
Honduras
Stay up to 90 days within a 365-day period for non-commercial purposes.
Israel
Stay up to 90 days within a 365-day period. A bilateral agreement with Russia cancels guest and tourist visas. A passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry is required. No additional documents are required.
Kazakhstan
Stay up to 90 days. Internal passports are accepted for entry.
Kyrgyzstan
Stay up to 90 days. Internal passports are accepted for entry.
Moldova
Stay up to 90 days within a 365-day period.
Mongolia
Stay up to 30 days.
Montenegro
Stay up to 30 days.
Nicaragua
Stay up to 90 days within a 365-day period for non-commercial purposes.
North Macedonia
Stay up to 90 days within a 365-day period.
Peru
Stay up to 90 days within a 365-day period for non-commercial purposes.
Serbia
Stay up to 30 days for holders of biometric passports issued after April 8, 2008.
South Africa
Stay up to 90 days within a 365-day period.
South Korea
Stay up to 60 days per visit and up to 90 days per year.
Tajikistan
Internal passports accepted for entry. Stay up to 90 days.
Thailand
Stay up to 30 days.
Turkey
Stay up to 30 days per visit and up to 90 days within a 6-month period.
UAE
Stay up to 90 days within a 365-day period for non-commercial purposes.
Ukraine
Stay up to 90 days. Internal passports accepted for entry.
Uruguay
Stay up to 90 days within a 365-day period for non-commercial purposes.
Uzbekistan
Stay up to 90 days within a 365-day period.
Venezuela
Stay up to 90 days within a 365-day period for non-commercial purposes.
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