Russia has introduced an electronic visa (e-visa) system to simplify travel for tourists, business visitors, and short-term travelers from eligible countries. The e-visa allows visitors to enter Russia for stays of up to 16 days for tourism, business, or humanitarian purposes without needing to visit an embassy. Currently, citizens of 55+ countries, including the UAE, can apply online by filling out a form, uploading required documents (passport scan, photo), and paying a small fee . The processing time is 4 calendar days, and the approved e-visa is sent via email, eliminating the need for in-person appointments. However, travelers must enter Russia through designated checkpoints (major airports like Moscow, St. Petersburg, and select land borders). While the e-visa is convenient, it does not cover work or long-term stays, and travelers must still obey with Russian immigration rules.
Which are the countries eligible to apply for Russian e visa from UAE ?
Andorra | Austria | Bahrain | Belgium | Bulgaria | China (including Taiwan) | Croatia | Cyprus | Czech Republic | Denmark | Estonia | Finland | France | Germany | Greece | Hungary | Iceland | India | Indonesia | Iran | Ireland | Italy | Japan | Kuwait | Latvia | Liechtenstein | Lithuania | Luxembourg | Malaysia | Malta | Mexico | Monaco | Netherlands | North Korea | North Macedonia | Norway | Oman | Philippines | Poland | Portugal | Romania | San Marino | Saudi Arabia | Serbia | Singapore | Slovakia | Slovenia | Spain | Sweden | Switzerland | Turkey | Vatican
Which borders are allow to enter in Russia with e visa?
Vehicle checkpoints
Bagrationovsk | Brusnichnoe | Burachki | Upper Lars | Vartsila | Gusev | Ivangorod | Kunichina Gora | Kyakhta | Lyuttya | Mamonovo (Grzechotki) | Mamonovo (Gronovo) | Morskoe | Pogranichniy (Kaliningrad region) | Poltavka | Svetogorsk | Sovetsk | Solovyovsk | Starotsurukhaytuysky | Torfyanovka | Turiy Rog | Ubylinka | Chernyshevsky | Shumilkino
Air checkpoints
Abakan | Anadyr (Coal) | Arkhangelsk (Talagi) | Astrakhan (Narimanovo) | Barnaul | Belgorod | Bryansk | Vladivostok (Knevichi) | Vladikavkaz (Beslan) | Volgograd (Gumrak) | Grozny (Northern) | Yekaterinburg (Koltsovo) | Zhukovsky (Moscow Region) | Irkutsk | Kazan | Kaliningrad (Khrabrovo) | Kaluga (Grabtsevo) | Kemerovo | Krasnodar (Pashkovsky) | Krasnoyarsk (Emelyanovo) | Lipetsk | Makhachkala (Uytash) | Mineralnye vody | Moscow (Vnukovo) | Moscow (Domodedovo) | Moscow (Sheremetyevo) | Murmansk | Nalchik | Nizhny Novgorod (Strigino) | Novosibirsk (Tolmachevo) | Omsk (Central) | Orenburg (Central) | Perm (Bolshoe Savino) | Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky (Yelizovo) | Rostov-on-Don (Platov) | Samara (Kurumoch) | St. Petersburg (Pulkovo) | Saratov (Gagarin) | Sochi | Syktyvkar | Tomsk (Bogashevo) | Tyumen (Roshchino) | Ulan-Ude (Mukhino) | Ulyanovsk (Vostochny) | Ufa | Khabarovsk (New) | Cheboksary | Chelyabinsk (Balandino) | Chita (Kadala) | Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk (Khomutovo) | Yaroslavl (Tunoshna)
How Long Does the Russian E-Visa Take to Process?
Standard processing: 4 calendar days
Can I Extend My E-Visa Beyond 16 Days?
No The e-visa is non-extendable must leave before it expires.
Do I Need Travel Insurance for the E-Visa?
Yes, you must have medical insurance covering your stay in Russia.
Can I Enter Russia Multiple Times with an E-Visa?
No, it’s single-entry only. If you leave, you need a new visa to return.
How early can I apply for a Russian e-visa before my trip?
You can apply up to 40 days before your travel date
Is the e-visa valid for cruise ship passengers?
Yes, if arriving at approved seaports like St. Petersburg or Vladivostok.
Can I get a refund if my e-visa is denied?
No, the application fee is non-refundable regardless of approval status.
Do children need separate e-visas?
Yes, each traveler including infants needs their own e-visa.
What happens if my passport expires soon after e-visa approval?
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your entry date
If expiring sooner, you must renew before applying
Can I convert my e-visa to a longer-term visa while in Russia?
No, you must exit before the 16 days expire and apply for a different visa type if needed.
Step by step process of Russia e visa application
Visit https://evisa.kdmid.ru/
Read and agree all terms and conditions
Upload photo
Upload passport
Fill blank columns
Update visit details
Update details about marital status and relatives
Update contact details
Provide additional information
Review the date and confirm
Pay visa fee
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