Yes, a visa is required to travel from India to Russia.
Do I need a visa for Russia from India?
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Indian nationals can travel to Russia on a unified e-Visa, applied for online before departure for a short tourist stay.
Russia offers Indian travellers a unified e-Visa valid for tourism, business and certain short private visits. The application is filed online on the official consular portal, with no consulate visit. This guide summarises the process and defers to the official source for the exact fee and duration.
Do you need a visa?
Yes: Indians need a visa to enter Russia, and the unified e-Visa covers short tourist and business stays. This electronic visa is single-entry and limited to a number of days set by Russian rules. Longer stays or other purposes - work, study - still require a classic consular visa.
How and where to apply
Applications are made on the official evisa.kdmid.ru portal: the Indian traveller fills in the form, uploads a compliant photo and pays the fee online. Once approved, the e-Visa is emailed and must be printed for boarding and the Russian border check. No consulate appointment is needed for this electronic route.
Documents and fees
Prepare a passport valid for at least six months after entry, a photo in the required format and, often, medical insurance covering the stay in Russia. The e-Visa fee is not fixed here; the official portal shows the exact price before payment. Check the list of entry points that accept the e-Visa, as it is not valid everywhere.
Processing and tips
The Russian e-Visa usually takes a few working days to process; apply within the permitted window before travel (often no earlier than a set number of days ahead). Enter the details carefully, as the visa data must match the passport exactly. Keep the printed e-Visa along with proof of accommodation.
Common mistakes
Entering through a border post not covered by the e-Visa is a common error: only approved entry points accept it. Overstaying the days allowed by the unified e-Visa risks penalties, so watch the day limit. Finally, a non-compliant photo or a name mismatch between the form and passport can get the application rejected.
Official sources
Information verified on July 8, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Russia from India?▾
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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