🧐 Tourist visa
Russia Tourist e-Visa
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Duration
16 days
Required income
Flexible
Program cost
$ 52
Processing
1–4 days
Your passport must remain valid for at least 6 months after your planned departure from Russia. The e-visa is strictly for tourism; any paid work or study is prohibited. Overstaying even by one day can lead to heavy fines, deportation and a future entry ban. Register your stay with migration authorities within 7 days if staying in private accommodation. Always carry printed copies of your e-visa, insurance policy and return ticket. Entry rules can change rapidly — double-check the official portal before travel.
Russia beckons with the iconic spires of the Kremlin, the colorful domes of St. Basil’s Cathedral on Red Square, and the imperial grandeur of St. Petersburg’s canals and palaces. Lose yourself in the vast wilderness of Lake Baikal, the golden taiga forests, or the vibrant energy of modern Moscow. Whether you come for the White Nights magic in summer or the enchanting winter wonderland of snow-covered domes and festive markets, Russia delivers an unforgettable blend of history, culture, and raw natural beauty. Get your flights and step into this epic destination today.
Official program link:
https://evisa.kdmid.ru
✔ Required documents
- Valid international passport with at least 6 months validity beyond planned departure
- Digital color photograph (3.5 × 4.5 cm, white background, uploaded online)
- Completed online application form with accurate travel details
- Proof of travel insurance covering the full stay in Russia
- Payment method for the consular fee
📋 How to apply
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Check eligibility and plan your trip
Confirm your nationality qualifies for the e-visa program and decide on dates, cities (Moscow, St. Petersburg, Baikal) and activities. -
Prepare documents
Ensure your passport is valid and gather details for the application including travel itinerary and accommodation information. -
Complete online application
Fill the form at {{program_url}}, upload your photo and provide accurate personal and travel information. -
Pay and submit
Pay the $52 fee online and submit the application. Keep the confirmation number. -
Receive your e-Visa
Download the approved e-Visa sent to your email within 1–4 days and print a copy. -
Travel to Russia
Book flights, arrange airport transfer or trains and buses, and present your passport and printed e-Visa at the border.
✅ Approval tips
- Apply at least 10 days before travel to account for any delays
- Use a high-quality, recent photo that strictly follows the 3.5×4.5 cm white-background requirements
- Ensure all information matches your passport and future travel plans exactly
- Book refundable flights and accommodation before applying
- Purchase comprehensive travel insurance from a recognized provider
- Clearly state tourism as the purpose and avoid any wording that could suggest other intentions
- Have bank statements or proof of funds ready in case of additional checks at the border
❌ Common rejection reasons
- Errors, typos or inconsistencies in the application form
- Photograph that does not meet technical requirements
- Passport that expires sooner than 6 months after planned departure
- Previous visa violations, overstays or deportations from Russia
- Application from a country not currently participating in the e-visa program
- Insufficient ties to home country or suspicion of intent to immigrate
- Lack of valid travel insurance when requested at the border
❓ FAQ
You may stay up to 16 calendar days from the date of entry. The visa is single-entry only.
No. The Russian tourist e-visa does not require an invitation letter or hotel voucher.
Yes. You must have insurance that covers medical expenses for the entire duration of your stay.
No, the e-visa cannot be extended. You must leave Russia before it expires.
All major international airports (Moscow, St. Petersburg, Vladivostok, Kaliningrad, etc.), seaports and certain land crossings that support electronic visas.
May–September offers pleasant weather and the famous White Nights in St. Petersburg. December–February is magical for winter festivals and snowy landscapes.
Yes. Every traveler, regardless of age, must obtain an individual e-visa.
You will receive an explanation by email. You may correct the issues and reapply or submit a traditional visa application through a consulate.
🔗 Official sources
- Official Russian e-Visa Portal (2026-07-01)
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation (2026-06-15)
- Consular Department of MFA Russia (2026-07-10)