Russia Visa Requirements 2026Entry Rules & Visa-Free Access by Passport

Visa-free nationalities
79
Visa on arrival
0
eTA / e-Visa
52
Total streamlined
131
Visa required in advance
67

Russia's visa policy is moderately open relative to other destinations worldwide. If your nationality is not listed as visa-free, visa on arrival, or eTA/e-Visa eligible, you will need to apply for a Russia tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Visa-free

Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit Russia Visa-Free (79)

Passport holders from these countries can enter Russia without a visa - no embassy appointment, no advance fee.

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eTA / e-Visa

eTA & e-Visa Eligible Countries for Russia (52)

These nationalities can apply for an electronic travel authorisation or e-Visa online before travel - no embassy visit required.

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Fees

Russia Visa Fees (updated 2 Jul 2026)

  • Unified Electronic Visa

    official sourceevisa.kdmid.ru ↗

    USD 52

  • Single/double-entry ordinary (sticker) visa - consular fee, US applicants

    up to 30 days per entry (varies by visa)official sourcevfsglobal.com ↗

    USD 160

  • 3-year multiple-entry visa - consular fee, US applicants

    3 years multiple entryofficial sourcevfsglobal.com ↗

    USD 160

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Applications are handled via VFS Global - a service fee applies on top of the visa fee and varies by country and centre.

Transit

Russia Transit Visa

Russia publishes a transit visa product for travellers passing through to another destination. Whether you need one depends on your nationality and whether you stay airside - see how transit visas work.

Transit Visa

Permits passage through Russian territory en route to a third country. Required for most non-visa-free nationals transiting through Russian airports or overland.

up to 3 days

Transit visa typically allows up to 72 hours (3 days) in transit. Airside transit (remaining in the international zone of an airport) may not require a visa for some nationalities, depending on passport. Overland transit always requires a transit visa or valid Russian visa. Issued at Russian consulates with confirmed onward documentation.

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FAQ

Russia Visa Requirements FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit Russia?

It depends on your nationality - the lists above show every nationality that can enter Russia visa-free or with an eTA or e-Visa. If your country is not listed, you will likely need to apply for a Russia tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Which countries can visit Russia without a visa?

79 countries can visit Russia without a visa in 2026, including: Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia. Use Earth Visa to check whether your specific passport grants visa-free access to Russia.

How do I apply for a Russia tourist visa?

If your nationality is not eligible for visa-free entry to Russia, you typically need to apply at a Russia embassy or consulate in your home country. Requirements generally include:

  • Valid passport
  • Completed application form
  • Passport-sized photos
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of onward travel
  • Travel insurance
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Processing times and fees vary by nationality and visa category - see the visa types and fees on this page for the exact figures.

How long can I stay in Russia without a visa?

The maximum visa-free stay duration in Russia varies by nationality. Common allowances are 30, 60, or 90 days. See the visa-free country list above for specific stay durations per nationality.

By nationality

Russia Visa Guides by Nationality

Step-by-step Russia visa requirements, fees and document checklists for travellers from these countries. Nationalities in the access lists above link straight to their own guides.

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