Russia eVisa Eligible Countries: Full List of 64 Nations

The Russia eVisa is available to citizens of 64 countries approved by the Russian government. The eligible list spans Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and other regions, covering major travel markets including China, India, Japan, Turkey, and most EU member states. Citizens of the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada are not currently eligible and must apply for a traditional visa.

Overview of Eligible Countries

The Russia eVisa program covers citizens of 64 countries approved by the Russian government. This unified electronic visa system was designed to simplify travel to Russia and boost international tourism. The eligible countries span multiple continents, including most of Europe, parts of Asia, the Middle East, and select nations from other regions. The list is periodically updated by the Russian government, so always verify your eligibility on the official portal at evisa.kdmid.ru before applying. Eligibility is based on citizenship, not residency – dual nationals may apply using their eligible passport.

European Countries Eligible for Russia eVisa

The majority of EU member states are eligible for the Russia eVisa, including Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland. Non-EU European eligible countries include Andorra and the Vatican City. This extensive European coverage makes the Russia eVisa particularly convenient for travelers on multi-country European trips who wish to include Russia in their itinerary.

Asian Countries Eligible for Russia eVisa

Several major Asian nations are included in the Russia eVisa program: China, India, Japan, South Korea, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, Myanmar, and Mongolia. These countries represent some of the largest outbound travel markets in Asia, and their inclusion in the eVisa program has significantly boosted tourism numbers to Russia. Chinese and Indian citizens in particular have driven strong growth in Russia eVisa applications since the program’s reintroduction in 2023. The streamlined online process eliminates the need for embassy visits, which is especially valuable in countries with large geographic distances to Russian consular offices.

Middle Eastern Countries Eligible for Russia eVisa

The Middle East is well-represented in the eligible countries list, including Bahrain, Iran, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and the United Arab Emirates. The inclusion of these countries reflects Russia’s growing tourism and business ties with the Gulf region. Turkey’s inclusion is particularly significant given the large volume of travel between the two countries. Saudi and UAE citizens have also been major applicants, attracted by Russia’s cultural offerings, winter tourism, and business opportunities. The free eVisa makes Russia an accessible destination for Middle Eastern travelers.

African and Other Regions

The Russia eVisa eligibility extends beyond Europe and Asia to include select countries from other regions. Mexico and Panama represent the Americas in the eligible list. Several nations from Africa and Oceania are also included. While the current list of 64 countries is substantial, it does not cover all nations – notably absent are the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Citizens of these countries must apply for a traditional Russian visa through their nearest Russian embassy or consulate.

Countries NOT Eligible for the Russia eVisa

Citizens of the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada are notably absent from the Russia eVisa eligible countries list. Citizens of these countries must apply for a traditional Russian visa through a Russian embassy or consulate, which requires an invitation letter, completed application form, photographs, and typically takes 4-20 business days with fees ranging from $160 to $400. The traditional process also requires an in-person visit to the consulate for biometric data collection in some cases. Australia and New Zealand citizens face similar requirements.

How to Check Your Eligibility

To verify your eligibility for the Russia eVisa, visit the official portal at evisa.kdmid.ru. On the homepage, you will find a dropdown menu listing all eligible nationalities. If your country appears in this list, you can proceed with the online application. If your country is not listed, you will need to apply for a traditional visa through a Russian diplomatic mission. Remember that eligibility is determined by the passport you hold – if you have dual citizenship and one passport is from an eligible country, you may use that passport to apply for the Russia eVisa.

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Last updated: July 2026. The evisarussia.info editorial team monitors the official Russian government publications for any updates to the eligible countries list and updates this guide when changes are announced.