Russian e-visa (unified electronic visa) for Iraqi citizens
🇮🇶IraqVisa required
In short
Iraqis are not currently eligible for the Russian unified e-Visa, because Iraq is not on the 64-country e-Visa list. As an Iraqi citizen you instead apply for a standard visa (such as a tourist or business visa) at a Russian consulate or an authorised visa centre.
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 Iraqis will 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)
How Iraqis get a Russian 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.
Order visa invitation from $19
Need an invitation letter for a tourist or business visa? Get one online and receive it by email — no consulate visit to obtain it.
- Tourist invitations issued fast
- Accepted by all Russian consulates
- 500,000+ travellers served
FAQ — Russian e-visa (unified electronic visa) for Iraqis
Do Iraqis need a e-visa (unified electronic visa) for Russia?
No. Iraq is not on the e-Visa list, so Iraqis apply for a standard visa at a Russian consulate or visa centre instead.
How do Iraqis apply for a Russian e-visa (unified electronic visa)?
Iraqis obtain the required invitation, complete the visa application form, then submit the passport and documents at the Russian consulate or authorised visa centre that serves Iraq. See your Iraq country guide for the exact consulates and visa centres.
How much does a Russian e-visa (unified electronic visa) cost for Iraqis?
The e-Visa consular fee is about USD 52 regardless of nationality; children under 6 are exempt.
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.