Russian Tourist eVisa

Confirm Whether You Are Eligible for a Russia Tourist eVisa

The Russia Tourist eVisa can be obtained by anyone having a valid passport issued by one of the countries eligible for the Russia e-Visa. Applicants must confirm their eligibility before applying.

Document Requirements for the Russia Tourist eVisa

1. Passport Bio Page Scan - A clear, scanned copy of the applicant’s passport bio page, valid for at least 6 months after the date of arrival in Russia.
2. Applicant Photo - A recently taken photo of the applicant with their full face clearly visible. The photo must be free from glare or shadows.

Note: Russia eVisa document requirements can change anytime, so it is better to confirm the latest requirements before initiating the application.

Allowed Purposes

• Sightseeing across cities and major attractions
• Visiting cultural, historical, and heritage sites
• Attending events, festivals, or local experiences
• Spending holidays or personal leisure time

3 Steps to Follow to Receive a Russia Tourist eVisa

STEP 1: Apply and Fill the Application Form

Fill out the eVisa application form with correct passport and travel details and select the appropriate eVisa type.

STEP 2: Review the Form and Upload the Necessary Documents

Carefully go over the application form at least twice before uploading the scanned copies of the core documents for the Russia Tourist eVisa.

STEP 3: Pay the Fee and Receive the Russia Tourist eVisa

Pay for the eVisa using a credit/debit card, cryptocurrency or PayPal, submit the form for processing and receive an approved eVisa via email. Take a print of it and travel to Russia.

Processing Times for the Russia Tourist eVisa

Standard Processing: 6 - 9 days with no additional costs.

Rush Processing: 4 - 7 days with an additional fee.

Super Rush Processing: 3 - 5 days with the highest additional fee.

Russia Tourist eVisa Validity and Permitted Stay

Validity

120 days from the date of issue

Stay Duration

Up to 30 days within the validity period

Number of Entries

Single entry

Can a Russia Tourist eVisa be extended?

A Russia Tourist eVisa is generally not extendable. Extensions can only be granted in exceptional situations such as emergencies, unforeseen circumstances or natural disasters.

Russia Tourist eVisa for Children Under 6 Years of Age

This is a no-cost tourist eVisa for children under 6 years. However, the requirements, process, validity, purposes and stay period remain the same.

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Content Disclaimer: Although this information was last updated in October 2026, we recommend verifying with the appropriate agencies, embassies, and airlines to ensure complete accuracy regarding your travel plans.