Russia e-Visa for citizens of Spain: online application, fees and processing time 2026
Yes, an e-Visa is required: citizens of Spain apply online before departure, for stays up to 30 days.
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Allowed stay
30 days
Our guide to the Russia visa from Spain
Spanish nationals need a visa to travel to Russia, but they can in principle apply online for a unified electronic visa (e-Visa) before departure. It is intended for tourism and short stays.
A Spanish citizen planning to visit Moscow, St. Petersburg or another Russian region must secure authorisation before boarding. The simplest option is the unified e-Visa, requested from Spain through the official portal. The whole process is handled remotely, with no need to hand over the passport.
Do you need a visa?
Yes. Spain is not on Russia's visa-exempt list, so a visa is mandatory for Spanish travellers. The unified e-Visa is designed for tourist and short business trips; for long stays, study or work a traditional consular visa is still required.
How much does an e-visa for Russia cost from Spain?
The official fee for an e-visa for Russia is not published in a source we can verify. Check the amount on the official portal before paying anything, third-party sites often add service fees on top.
What does a visa for Russia really cost?
- Government feeNot published in a source we can verify
- Agency or online serviceOptional, added on top
What documents are required for an e-visa for Russia?
Documents required for an e-visa for Russia:
- Passport valid 6 months beyond stay
- Completed application form
- One passport-size photo
- Travel medical insurance
- Proof of accommodation
- Visa fee payment
Documents and fees
Have ready a Spanish passport valid for at least six months beyond the date of entry, a compliant passport photo and, if requested, proof of accommodation or a return ticket. The exact visa fee and payment method are not confirmed here: check the official portal for the current tariff before paying.
How to apply for an e-visa for Russia from Spain
- 1Fill in the form on the destination’s official portal.
- 2Upload the required documents (passport, photo, supporting papers).
- 3Pay the fee online by card.
- 4Receive the authorisation by email, usually without a consular visit.
- 5Show the authorisation, printed or on your phone, at boarding.
How and where to apply
The e-Visa application is completed entirely online at the official portal evisa.kdmid.ru, with no visit to a submission centre. The Spanish applicant fills in the form, uploads a photo and waits for the decision by email, then shows the printed confirmation at the Russian border. Depending on the point of entry another arrangement may exist, so always check what applies to your crossing.
Where do you apply for a visa for Russia from Spain?
An e-visa for Russia is filed entirely online: there is no counter to visit and no file to hand in. The only address that matters is the official portal.
- The application, the supporting documents and the payment all go through the official portal, from any country.
- Lookalike sites copy the portal’s name and layout, then resell the same application with a margin. Check the domain before you type in a passport number.
- The authorisation arrives by email. Keep a printed copy, some airlines ask for it at boarding.
You live in Spain on another passport?
The regime follows your nationality, not where you live. If you reside in Spain but travel on another country's passport, the rule on this page is not yours. Filing usually still happens from your country of residence, at the post competent for it, but the requirement itself comes from your passport.
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How long does an e-visa for Russia take?
No verified processing time is published for this route. Apply as early as your travel dates allow, and never book non-refundable travel before the e-visa is granted.
Processing and tips
The e-Visa processing time is not guaranteed in this guide; submit your application well ahead rather than at the last minute. Make sure the spelling of your name matches the passport exactly, as any discrepancy can lead to denied boarding. Keep both a digital and a paper copy of the authorisation.
Before you fly, and at the border
Passport validity, border checks, minors, overstays: the rules common to every trip are gathered on our travel tips page. Formalities before you leave
Common mistakes
The most frequent slip-ups among Spanish travellers are a passport with too little remaining validity, a photo in the wrong format, and confusing the electronic visa with a long-stay consular visa. Do not rely on intermediary websites that add extra charges: use the official government portal.
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Other visa types for Russia
A tourist stay is not the only purpose. These are the other permits the destination issues and that your nationality is eligible for, each with its own fee and processing time.
Official sources
- Portail unifié du visa électronique de Russie (KDMID)
- Département consulaire du ministère russe des Affaires étrangères
- Ministerio de Asuntos Exteriores de España: recomendaciones de viaje
Guide generated automatically on July 22, 2026, from the verified catalogue.
Short-stay (tourism)
eVisa / authorization
Entry regime
eVisa / authorization
Duration
30 days
Official websiteVerified
Work visa
Work visa
Duration
1-3 years
Price
80–185 USD
Processing time
20 business days
Official websiteVerified
Business visa
Consular visa
Duration
1 year
Price
80–185 USD
Processing time
10 business days
Official websiteVerified
Private/family visit visa
Family reunification
Duration
90 days
Price
80–185 USD
Processing time
20 business days
Official websiteVerified
Transit visa
Transit visa
Duration
10 days
Price
80–185 USD
Processing time
10 business days
Official websiteVerified
Student visa
Student visa
Duration
Duration of programme
Price
80–185 USD
Processing time
10 business days
Official websiteVerified
Highly Qualified Specialist visa
Work visa
Duration
3 years
Price
80–185 USD
Processing time
14 business days
Official websiteVerified
Tips for traveling in Russia
- Make sure you have all the required documents before applying for a visa.
- Plan your trip in advance to avoid delays in obtaining the visa.
Example: For a tourist stay, it is recommended to book a hotel and obtain a tourist invitation.
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