Indian passport · Russia
Do Indian passport holders need a visa for Russia?
In brief
Yes. Indian passport holders need a visa for Russia, applied for online as an eVisa, 30 days (e-visa valid 120 days).
Russia visa processing time for Indians: An e-visa application is processed in no more than 4 calendar days from submission, weekends and holidays included. Source: Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, checked .
The list of foreign States whose nationals can apply for e-visa:
Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation
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ContentsIn brief
At a glance
| Access | eVisa · 30 days (e-visa valid 120 days) |
|---|---|
| Stay | 30 days (e-visa valid 120 days) |
| Validity and entries | The Russian e-visa is single-entry and valid for 120 days from issue; within that time you may stay up to 30 days from the day you enter.2 |
| Official fee | The e-visa fee is paid online by an international bank card; the invoice is issued in UAE dirhams or Chinese yuan, and the fee is not refunded if the visa is refused. The amount is not stated on the official pages.3 |
| Official processing | An e-visa application is processed in no more than 4 calendar days from submission, weekends and holidays included.2 |
| Where to apply | Apply online in your personal account on the MFA e-visa site or in the MFA mobile app, no earlier than 86 days and no later than 4 days before the planned entry.2Official site: evisa.kdmid.ru |
Do Indians need a visa for Russia?
The Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation lists India among the countries whose nationals can get an eVisa online. Stay: 30 days (e-visa valid 120 days).
“The list of foreign States whose nationals can apply for e-visa:”
Conditions and exceptions
The e-visa covers private and business visits, tourism and scientific, cultural, sporting and similar events; for any other purpose you need a regular visa from a Russian embassy or consulate.
The unified e-visa entitles you to enter the Russian Federation and stay in the Russian Federation for private or business visit, tourism, as well as for participating in scientific, cultural, socio-political, economic, sporting events and carrying out relevant communications and contacts. If the purpose of your trip to the Russian Federation is none of the above, you have to apply to a diplomatic mission or consular post of the Russian Federation for a regular (not electronic) visa.
Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation · checkedEvery foreigner must register at the place of stay within 7 working days; hotels do this automatically for their guests.
To this end, it is necessary to submit a notification of arrival at the place of stay within 7 working days.
Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation · checked
Russia visa types for Indians
The Russian e-visa is single-entry and valid for 120 days from issue; within that time you may stay up to 30 days from the day you enter.
Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation · checked
How to apply from India
Apply online in your personal account on the MFA e-visa site or in the MFA mobile app, no earlier than 86 days and no later than 4 days before the planned entry.
Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation · checked
Fee
The e-visa fee is paid online by an international bank card; the invoice is issued in UAE dirhams or Chinese yuan, and the fee is not refunded if the visa is refused. The amount is not stated on the official pages.
Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation · checked
These are government fees as the official sources state them. Agencies add their own service fees; those are not visa fees, and we don't list them.
Processing time
An e-visa application is processed in no more than 4 calendar days from submission, weekends and holidays included.
Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation · checked
Documents and entry checks
If you live in the UAE
Indian passport holders living in the UAE: Unified e-visa, Up to 30 days per entry. Apply on evisa.kdmid.ru; valid 120 days; listed border points only. Source: Consular Department, Russian MFA, checked . More in our table for UAE residents.
What changed
- Since 23 August 2025 the e-visa has been valid for 120 days with a stay of up to 30 days (before: 60 days' validity and a 16-day stay). Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation · checked
- Checked against the official sources on this page: the rule above still holds.
FAQ
Is Russia visa-free for Indians now?
No. Indians need a visa, applied for online as an eVisa, 30 days (e-visa valid 120 days).
How much does a Russia visa cost in India?
The e-visa fee is paid online by an international bank card; the invoice is issued in UAE dirhams or Chinese yuan, and the fee is not refunded if the visa is refused. The amount is not stated on the official pages.
Can I get a Russia visa in 7 days?
An e-visa application is processed in no more than 4 calendar days from submission, weekends and holidays included.
Can I enter Russia with a UAE residence visa?
Indian passport holders living in the UAE: Unified e-visa, Up to 30 days per entry. Apply on evisa.kdmid.ru; valid 120 days; listed border points only.
Other trips on an Indian passport
Sources
Official sources only. Each was checked on the date shown.
- Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation: entry rule
- Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation: visa types, processing time, how to apply, entry conditions and documents
- Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation: changes, fees and entry conditions
- Consular Department, Russian MFA: rules for UAE residents