RussiaBrunei
Russian passport ยท policy checked 17 Jul 2026
Visa-free
Nothing to arrange. Category D3 - no visa required for all passport types (Ordinary, Diplomatic, Service), up to 14 days.
14
days
max stay per entry
0
visa fee
free entry
1
document
your valid passport
0
forms
no application, no appointment
Policy note
Confirmed on official MFA country listing showing Russia Ordinary passports and Russia Diplomatic and Service passports both link to D3.
Entering Brunei on a Russian passport
- Travel with your valid Russian passport - no visa, no application.
Brunei visa types
Dependent VisaFamily
Issued to spouses and children (under 18 years old) of foreign nationals residing in Brunei Darussalam.
Dependent visas cover spouses and children under 18. Must be applied through Brunei missions abroad. Terms and conditions apply.
Official page โLong-Term Social Visit PassFamily
1825 daysmultiple entryvalid 1825d
Long-term pass for foreign nationals with family ties to Brunei citizens or permanent residents who do not yet meet criteria for permanent residency.
Valid up to 5 years. For those with family ties to Brunei citizens or permanent residents. Effective from 31 December 2024.
Official page โStudent VisaStudent
Issued for the purpose of studying in Brunei Darussalam at a recognized institution.
Must be applied through Brunei missions abroad. Requires enrollment confirmation from an institution in Brunei. Terms and conditions apply.
Official page โEmployment VisaWork
Issued for the purpose of taking up employment in Brunei Darussalam.
Must be applied through Brunei missions abroad. Typically requires a sponsor/employer in Brunei. Terms and conditions apply. Separate from the work permit (Pas Kerja) which is processed by the Department of Immigration and National Registration after entry.
Official page โProfessional Visit VisaWork
3-5d processing
Issued for the purpose of professional work or expertise required for a particular project in Brunei Darussalam.
Processing: 3 working days at HQ/Kuala Belait, 5 working days at Temburong. Must be sponsored by a government agency or registered company in Brunei. Even nationals qualifying for visa-free/VoA general entry must apply separately for Professional Visit status.
Official page โWork Pass (Pas Kerja)Work
Mandatory work authorization issued by the Department of Immigration and National Registration to foreign nationals taking up employment in Brunei. Must be held in addition to a valid Employment Visa.
Official requirement per the Work Pass Division: foreign nationals working in Brunei must hold BOTH a valid visa AND a valid work pass. The employer's representative first obtains a work visa approval letter; the employee then attends a Brunei mission abroad for the work visa endorsement (with medical check and travel document) before the work pass is issued. Companion document to the Employment Visa, not a substitute for it.
Official page โDiplomatic VisaDiplomatic
Visa issued to foreign nationals holding a diplomatic passport travelling on official business.
Many countries with diplomatic passport holders are granted visa-free access (Category D2/D3) under bilateral agreements. The Diplomatic Visa applies to those not covered by waiver arrangements. See also Forms for Diplomats on the MFA website.
Official page โLong-Term Business Visit PassInvestment
1825 daysmultiple entryvalid 1825d
Long-term multiple-entry pass for company owners and foreign investors who meet Brunei's economic contribution criteria, including local job creation and tax compliance.
Valid up to 5 years with multiple-entry. Excludes convenience stores, restaurants, laundries, salons, and non-registered companies. No minimum investment amount stated officially. Pass may be revoked for law violations or failure to provide economic benefits. Effective from 31 December 2024. Does not explicitly lead to permanent residence.
Official page โLong-Term Professional Visit PassOther
1825 daysmultiple entryvalid 1825d
Long-term multiple-entry pass for foreign experts and professionals whose expertise is determined to be beneficial and needed for Brunei's national development.
Valid up to 5 years. Granted based on national needs as determined by relevant government bodies. No minimum salary or investment amount stated officially. Effective from 31 December 2024.
Official page โBrunei visa for Russian citizens - FAQ
Do Russian citizens need a visa for Brunei?
No visa is required for stays of up to 14 days.
How long can Russian citizens stay in Brunei?
Russian passport holders can stay in Brunei for up to 14 days per entry under the current visa-free arrangement.
What documents do Russian citizens need for Brunei?
A valid passport is all Russian citizens need for a short visa-free visit (up to 14 days).
How much does the Brunei visa cost for Russian citizens?
Nothing for a short visit - Russian citizens enter Brunei visa-free for up to 14 days, so there is no visa fee. If you need a visa for a longer stay, the Brunei visa fee is BND 20 for Russian citizens under Brunei's nationality-based fee schedule.
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