Russia Tourist Visa Overview
Everything you need to know about electronic travel authorization
Russia offers e-Visa and sticker visa options for international travelers. Discover Moscow's Red Square and Kremlin, St. Petersburg's cultural treasures, Lake Baikal, and the Trans-Siberian Railway.
ETA Categories
Choose the right Electronic Travel Authorization for your trip
Tourist Visa
For leisure travel, sightseeing, holidays, and visiting family in Russia. Available as single or multiple entry with up to 30 days stay per visit.
Business Visa
For business meetings, conferences, trade exhibitions, and professional engagements in Russia's vast economy.
Transit Visa
For travelers passing through Russia to onward destinations with brief stopover stays during transit.
Key Requirements
Essential criteria for a successful ETA application
Processing Time
- e-Visa: 4-10 business days
- Sticker Visa: 4-20 business days
- Express: 1-3 business days (additional fee)
Visa Validity
- e-Visa: Up to 16 days stay
- Tourist Sticker Visa: Up to 30 days
- Business Visa: Up to 90 days
Visa Fees
- e-Visa: Free (processing fee applies)
- Sticker Visa: Varies by consulate
- Business Visa: Varies by consulate
- Service Fee: Included in consultation
Application Process
Simple steps to get your Electronic Travel Authorization
Select Visa Type
Choose the correct visa category based on your travel purpose to Russia
Complete Application
Fill out the visa application form with accurate personal and travel details
Submit Documents
Upload required documents and pay the applicable visa processing fees
Receive Visa
Get your approved visa and prepare for your journey to Russia
Eligible Countries
Russia offers e-Visa to citizens of many countries including India, China, Turkey, and several other nations. Sticker visas are required for citizens of most Western countries including the United States, United Kingdom, and European nations.
Important Notes
- e-Visa is available for citizens of eligible countries only
- Sticker visa requires processing at Russian embassy or consulate
- Ensure passport has minimum 6 months validity before applying
- Print all visa documents and approval to present at immigration
- Overstaying your visa may result in fines and future travel restrictions
- Certain nationalities may require additional supporting documents
- Invitation letter may be required for tourist visa applications
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