Yes, a visa is required to travel from Ireland to Russia.
Do I need a visa for Russia from Ireland?
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Yes, Irish citizens need a visa for Russia. A unified short-stay e-Visa is applied for online on the official portal evisa.kdmid.ru before departure.
For a short tourist stay in Russia, Irish nationals must obtain a visa. Russia offers a unified e-Visa, applied for online from Ireland on the official portal evisa.kdmid.ru, valid for a limited stay and entry through designated crossing points. The passport must be valid for at least six months; the fee, duration and exact conditions appear on the portal. Also check the Irish foreign ministry's travel advice before booking.
Do you need a visa for Russia?
Yes. An Irish passport does not allow visa-free entry to Russia. For short-term tourism, the unified e-Visa is generally sufficient and replaces the traditional consular process. Longer stays or other purposes require an ordinary consular visa, to be applied for at the Russian mission.
How and where to apply
The e-Visa application is made online, from Ireland, on the official portal evisa.kdmid.ru: complete the form, upload a compliant photo and wait for approval, which is emailed to you. In principle no visit to the consulate is needed. Print the approved e-Visa to present at immigration on arrival, entering through a crossing point authorised for the e-Visa.
Documents and fees
Bring an Irish passport valid for at least six months, a compliant digital photo and an address of stay. Travel medical insurance covering Russia may be required. The unified e-Visa amount and its validity period are not confirmed in this guide: check the official fee on evisa.kdmid.ru before paying.
Processing time and practical tips
Submit the e-Visa application well ahead, respecting the lead time stated by the portal before your intended entry. Check the validity period and the permitted length of stay, as well as the list of crossing points accepting the e-Visa. Given the context, consult the Irish Department of Foreign Affairs' current travel advice (dfa.ie) on payment means, flights and safety.
Common mistakes
Use only the official portal evisa.kdmid.ru and avoid intermediaries. Do not exceed the stay permitted by the e-Visa, do not enter through an unauthorised crossing point, and do not assume your bank card will work locally: first check the passport validity, insurance cover and the official Irish travel advice.
Official sources
- Unified e-Visa of the Russian Federation — official portal (KDMID)
- Consular Department, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation
- Department of Foreign Affairs (Ireland) — travel advice
Information verified on July 8, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Russia from Ireland?▾
Yes, an e-visa (electronic visa) is required. It is applied for online before departure and allows a stay of 90 days.
How long can you stay in Russia?▾
The tourist visa allows a stay of 90 days.
What other visa types exist for Russia?▾
Depending on the purpose of stay, Russia offers among others: Business visa, Work visa, Highly Qualified Specialist visa, Student visa, Private/family visit visa, Transit visa.
Data verified on 23/07/2026
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