Yes, a visa is required to travel from Sweden to Russia.
Do I need a visa for Russia from Sweden?
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Swedish travellers need a visa for Russia. For a short stay, the unified e-Visa is applied for online before departure on the official consular portal.
Russia offers Swedish citizens a unified electronic visa, applied for on the official portal at evisa.kdmid.ru run by the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The application is made online and the approved visa must be shown at entry, at border posts that accept it. The fee, permitted length of stay and eligible entry points appear on the official site.
Do you need a visa?
Yes. Swedish nationals must hold a visa to enter Russia. The unified e-Visa covers short tourist, business or visit stays; it is limited in use and allows neither a long stay nor employment.
How and where to apply
Apply on the official portal at evisa.kdmid.ru: open a case, complete the form, add a compliant photo and pay the fee. The approved visa is issued electronically. Check that your point of entry is on the official list of posts that accept the e-Visa.
Documents and fees
Prepare a passport valid at least six months, a digital passport photo and, in some cases, travel insurance. The visa amount is not confirmed in our data; check the official fee shown during the application.
Processing and tips
Submit the application several days before travel to allow for the processing time stated by the portal. Given the context, consult the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs travel advice and check the availability of connections and consular services before booking.
Common mistakes
Common errors: arriving through a border post not eligible for the e-Visa, exceeding the permitted length of stay, or submitting a non-compliant photo. Verify every detail before paying, as corrections after approval are difficult.
Official sources
- Russia Unified e-Visa Portal - MID (official)
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation (official)
- Sweden Abroad - Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs (official)
Information verified on July 8, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Russia from Sweden?▾
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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