Entry requirements for Russia
Short tourist stays only.
- Entry
- Electronic authorisation or e-visa
- Stay
- Up to 30 days per entry
Visa information is provided for information purposes and may contain mistakes. Check official government websites or sources for current requirements and updates before travelling.Check your passport is valid for at least 6 months from the day you arrive.Official site: kdmid.ruApply only on the official government website linked here. Other websites may charge extra fees for the same application.Last checked 14 October 2026
Conditions
- Fee
A consular fee is paid online by card; the amount is not stated on the pages read and cards issued by Russian banks are not accepted.
Unified e-visa issued from 23 Aug 2025 is valid 120 days from issue and allows at most 30 days of stay from the day of entry.
The e-visa is for entry through border checkpoints; the portal lists the permitted checkpoints on a separate page.
The portal says an e-visa is issued within 4 calendar days; its FAQ counts review as the filing day plus 5 days.
Official application pageelectronic-visa.kdmid.ru
Official sources
- Consular Department, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federationkdmid.ru
- Consular Department, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation (e-visa portal)electronic-visa.kdmid.ru/country.html
- Consular Department, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation (e-visa portal)electronic-visa.kdmid.ru/faq.html