Estonia passport → Russia

Russia visa for citizens of Estonia

eVisaeVisa · Unified e-Visa (up to 30 days)

Citizens of Estonia need a visa for Russia and can apply online for an eVisa.

Verified · Last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry route	eVisa · Unified e-Visa (up to 30 days)
How to apply	Fully online — no office visit
Maximum stay	Up to 30 days
Visa validity	120 days
Entries	Single entry
Processing time	Up to 4 days
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required

How to apply

1
Create a personal account
Register on the official eVisa portal (evisa.kdmid.ru) or via the MFA mobile app.
2
Prepare required documents
Have your valid Estonian passport, digital photo of passport data page, and facial photograph ready.
3
Complete the e-visa application form
Log in to your personal account, fill in all required fields accurately, and upload the digital photos.
4
Submit application and pay fee
Submit the application no earlier than 86 days and no later than 4 days before entry; pay the consular fee via bank card (Visa, MasterCard, etc.) on the portal.
5
Wait for processing
Processing takes up to 4 calendar days. If incorrect information is found, the application will be returned for editing within 2 days.
6
Receive e-visa (if approved)
The approved e-visa will be issued electronically. No physical stamp is required.
7
Travel to Russia
Enter Russia via one of the approved checkpoints (air, sea, land, rail, pedestrian, river). Must arrive and depart via the listed checkpoints.
8
Comply with stay conditions
Stay up to 30 days from date of entry; visa is single entry valid for 120 days. The day of arrival and departure both count as days.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid national passport (machine-readable, issued by Estonia, with at least 6 months validity at time of application and enough space for stamps)
Must be machine-readable and have at least 6 months validity from submission date.
Digital photo of passport data page (JPEG)
Upload a scanned copy or photo of the passport data page in JPEG format.
Digital facial photograph (JPEG, meeting specifications)
Must be recent (≤6 months), full-face, neutral expression, plain light background, no shadows or red eyes.

Supporting

Medical insurance valid in Russia for entire stay
Must cover the entire duration of stay in Russia (exceptions apply for citizens of certain countries).
Completed unified e-visa application form via personal account
Fill and submit online at evisa.kdmid.ru or through the MFA mobile app.

Good to know

The e-visa is a single-entry visa; a separate application is needed for each traveler, including minor children.
The visa does not allow entry via all border points; only through the approved checkpoints listed.
Any incorrect information can lead to revocation of the visa at the border or in Russia.
Medical insurance valid in Russia is required for the entire stay (exceptions for certain nationalities).
Children under 6 years old are exempt from the consular fee.

Common refusal reasons

Passport not machine-readable or invalid for less than 6 months at time of application.

Ensure your Estonian passport is machine-readable and has at least 6 months validity from the application date.

Incorrect or incomplete information in the application form.

Double-check all fields before submission; correct any returned application within the allowed time.

Failure to meet photo requirements.

Follow the facial photo specifications precisely (recent, full-face, neutral expression, plain light background, no shadows).

Application submitted too early (more than 86 days before entry) or too late (less than 4 days before entry).

Submit the application between 86 days and 4 days before your intended travel date.

Passport does not belong to an eligible nationality or is not from Estonia.

Confirm you are a citizen of Estonia, as the e-visa is only for specific countries.

Trying to enter or exit through a non-approved checkpoint.

Only use the state border crossing points listed by the Russian government for e-visa holders.

FAQ

Do citizens of Estonia need a visa for Russia?

Citizens of Estonia need a visa for Russia and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisa · Unified e-Visa (up to 30 days).

How long can citizens of Estonia stay in Russia?

Up to 30 days.

How long does Russia visa processing take?

Typically Up to 4 days.

What documents do citizens of Estonia need for Russia?

Valid national passport (machine-readable, issued by Estonia, with at least 6 months validity at time of application and enough space for stamps); Digital photo of passport data page (JPEG); Digital facial photograph (JPEG, meeting specifications); Medical insurance valid in Russia for entire stay; Completed unified e-visa application form via personal account.

How long must my passport be valid for Russia?

At least 6 months.

Where do I apply?

Applications go through https://evisa.kdmid.ru. Check that you are on the government's site before you pay.

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