Russia visa for Indian citizens
e-Visa for Indian passport holders
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How to apply
Documents required
- Valid Passport
- Digital Photograph
- Online Application Form
- Funds €50 to €100 per day
- Proof of Accommodation
- Travel Itinerary & Flights
- Travel Insurance
Official links
Always confirm the latest rules on the official site before you apply.
Pre-visa checklist
Dummy or cancellable tickets
Bookings with free cancellation will be of great use
Proof of Accommodation
Mandatory
Covering at least $30,000
Costs around 26 Euros
Find details in Document Links
€50–€100 per person per day
HIV test Mandatory
Can be submitted at visa centre
For a standard unified e-Visa - Not required
For Traditional Sticker Visa - The invitation letter is a formality but necessary. This can come from a person (somewhat rare) or the hotel you will be staying at (also rare) or the tour operator you are using (common) or there are online services that will generate this for you (basically a tour operator that provides no tours, just the invitation).
Check Document Links for Invitation letter
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Things to know
Key Document & Application Notes
- Timeline: Apply between 4 and 40 days before your planned entry date. Processing takes up to 4 calendar days.
- Validity & Stay: The e-visa is valid for 60 days from issue and allows a maximum stay of 16 days in Russia.
- Host & Accommodation Details: Users on r/AskARussian point out that you must fill in host or hotel details (name, address) carefully in both relevant accommodation and host sections of the form, even if it feels repetitive. Formal invitation letters are generally not mandatory for a standard tourist e-visa, but you still need concrete lodging details.
- Passport Numbers: Ensure your passport details match exact alphanumeric fields. If you run into technical field glitches regarding character length constraint, double-check input formatting or reach out to support for guidance.
- Backups: Keep printed and digital copies of your approved e-visa notification, passport, and travel tickets with you.
- Phone & Device Checks at Border: Russian border guards can legally examine your phone/devices upon entry; refusing can lead to fines or detention. Expect potential inspection of photos, chats, or sensitive content.
- E-Visa & Entry Scrutiny: While the Unified E-Visa (UEV) is convenient and processed in about 4 days, some travelers report strict secondary questioning or lengthy holds at border control.
- VPN Requirements: Many global apps, banking services, and social platforms may have restrictions or slow connectivity. Travel consensus recommend using a reliable paid/reputable VPN rather than free, insecure ones.
- Registration Rule (72 Hours): By law, foreign visitors must be registered within 72 hours of arrival—usually handled directly by your hotel or hostel. Keep your stamped immigration/migration card safe until departure.
- Tipping Culture: Tipping is customary and generally expected in cafes and restaurants (around 10–20% for good service, or small symbolic amounts like 50–100 rubles).
- Official Travel Caution (MEA): The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has issued advisories warning Indian nationals against falling for fraudulent job/citizenship recruitment schemes tied to the conflict zone.
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Visa rules and fees change often, and costs are shown in INR and are approximate. This page is for information only and is not legal, financial or immigration advice. Information last updated 31 October 2026.
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