Russian e-Visa (unified electronic visa)
Apply online in minutes — no invitation, no consulate visit.
In short
The Russian unified e-Visa is an electronic visa you apply for online at the official MFA portal (evisa.kdmid.ru). Citizens of 64 eligible countries can get it with just a passport scan and a digital photo, for a consular fee of about USD 52. It is issued in up to 4 days, allows a single entry and a stay of up to 30 days, and requires no invitation letter.
At a glance
- Who it's for
- Tourists, business visitors and people attending events from one of the 64 e-Visa-eligible countries who plan a short single-entry trip of up to 30 days.
- Invitation
- Not required — this is the e-Visa's biggest advantage over standard visas.
- Validity / stay
- Valid for 120 days from issue; single entry; stay of up to 30 days.
- Entries
- Single entry.
- Indicative cost
- Consular fee approximately USD 52 (children under 6 are exempt).
Documents you'll need
- Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended date of entry
- Digital passport-style photograph
- Completed online application at evisa.kdmid.ru
- Travel medical insurance valid in Russia (recommended / required at entry)
Russian e-Visa: key facts
- Eligible nationalities
- 64 countries
- Consular fee
- ≈ USD 52 (children under 6 exempt)
- Processing time
- Up to 4 calendar days
- Maximum stay
- 30 days from entry
- Validity
- 120 days from issue
- Entries
- Single entry
- Invitation letter
- Not required
- Where it is valid
- Throughout Russia (except restricted zones), since Aug 2023
Which countries are eligible for the e-Visa?
Citizens of 64 countries can apply for the unified e-Visa. The groups below are representative, not exhaustive — the official list changes periodically, so confirm your nationality on the official MFA portal before you apply.
To check your own country in one click, open your country guide.
Where can you enter Russia on an e-Visa?
The e-Visa can only be used at authorised border checkpoints. These include most major international airports and designated land and sea crossings:
- Moscow — Sheremetyevo, Vnukovo, Domodedovo, Zhukovsky airports
- St Petersburg — Pulkovo airport & seaport
- Kaliningrad — Khrabrovo airport & land/sea checkpoints
- Sochi, Kazan, Yekaterinburg, Vladivostok and other major international airports
- Designated land and sea border checkpoints across the country
How to get a e-visa (unified electronic visa)
- 1
Check eligibility
Confirm your nationality is on the 64-country e-Visa list. If not, you will need a standard visa.
- 2
Apply online
Complete the application at the official MFA portal evisa.kdmid.ru with your passport details and a digital photo.
- 3
Pay the consular fee
Pay roughly USD 52. Children under 6 are exempt. No invitation, hotel booking or tickets are required.
- 4
Receive your e-Visa
Processing is up to 4 days. Download and print the approved e-Visa; you receive it by email.
- 5
Travel to Russia
Enter through an authorised checkpoint (most major airports incl. Moscow & St Petersburg). Stay up to 30 days, single entry.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for the Russian e-Visa?
Citizens of 64 countries — including most of the EU, China, India, Saudi Arabia, Turkey and many others — are eligible. If your country is not on the list you must apply for a standard visa at a consulate.
How long does the Russian e-Visa take?
Processing takes up to 4 calendar days. You receive the approved e-Visa by email and print it before travelling.
How much does the Russian e-Visa cost?
The consular fee is about USD 52. There is no separate invitation cost because the e-Visa does not require an invitation letter.
How long can I stay on a Russian e-Visa?
Up to 30 days from your date of entry, with a single entry. The e-Visa itself is valid for 120 days from the issue date.
Can I move freely around Russia on an e-Visa?
Yes. Since August 2023 the unified e-Visa is valid throughout Russia, except restricted military and secure facilities. You must enter and exit via authorised checkpoints.