--- title: Russia visa for citizens of Saint Lucia description: "Citizens of Saint Lucia need a visa for Russia and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 16 days. Processing: 1–4 days. Documents checklist and application steps." canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/russia/saint-lucia lastModified: 2026-09-05 --- # Russia visa for citizens of Saint Lucia Citizens of Saint Lucia 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.* Application site: https://evisa.kdmid.ru ## Key facts - **Entry route:** eVisa · Unified eVisa (single entry, up to 16 days, for tourism, business, humanitarian, guest visits) - **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit - **Maximum stay:** Up to 16 days - **Visa validity:** 60 days - **Entries:** Single entry - **Processing time:** 1–4 days - **Government fee:** No fee listed - **Passport validity:** At least 6 months - **Biometrics:** Not required - **Appointment:** Not required - **Interview:** Not required - **Onward or return ticket:** Required - **Proof of funds:** sufficient funds for stay (ca. 500 EUR equivalent per day) ## How to apply 1. **Prepare digital documents** — Scan passport page, photo, insurance, and proof of accommodation in JPEG/PNG/PDF format, each up to 5 MB. 2. **Go to the official eVisa portal** — Visit https://evisa.kdmid.ru and select e-Visa application. 3. **Fill out the online application form** — Provide personal data, passport details, travel dates, and purpose of visit. Upload the required documents. 4. **Pay the visa fee (if required)** — As of 2025, the eVisa is free for many nationalities; check the portal for any applicable fee. 5. **Submit application and receive confirmation** — After submission, you will receive a confirmation e-mail with the application number. 6. **Wait for processing (up to 4 calendar days)** — Typically processed within 1-4 days. You will receive the eVisa by e-mail. 7. **Print the eVisa and present at border control** — Carry a printed copy of the eVisa (or show on mobile) when entering Russia. ## Documents checklist - **Valid passport (biometric, machine-readable, at least 2 blank pages)** (Travel): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry. - **Digital passport-size photograph (35x45 mm, white background, taken within 6 months)** (Travel): Upload in JPEG, not exceeding 200 KB. - **Completed online application form** (Supporting): Fill out on the official eVisa portal. - **Travel medical insurance valid in Russia (minimum coverage 100,000 EUR or equivalent)** (Travel): Coverage must include medical expenses and repatriation. - **Invitation or visa support letter (if applying for business/humanitarian/guest visit)** (Supporting, optional): Not required for tourist eVisa, but may be needed for other purposes. - **Proof of accommodation (hotel booking, hostel, or letter of invitation)** (Travel): Must cover entire stay. For private accommodation, provide invitation from host. - **Return flight booking or onward ticket** (Travel): Confirmed outbound ticket within 16 days of arrival. - **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statement showing at least 500 EUR per day for the duration of stay. - **Consent for processing of personal data** (Supporting): Standard consent form provided on the portal. ## Proof of funds - **Minimum balance:** 500 EUR equivalent per day - Bank statement - Credit card statement - Cash in hand proof Funds must be sufficient for the entire stay. ## Good to know - Citizens of Saint Lucia are eligible for Russia's unified eVisa since August 2023. Verify on official site. - The eVisa allows only a single entry and a maximum stay of 16 days. - You must apply at least 4 calendar days before travel, but not earlier than 40 days before. ## Common refusal reasons - **Invalid or expired passport (less than 6 months validity)** — Ensure passport has at least 6 months validity and contains two blank pages. - **Insufficient funds or unclear proof of financial means** — Provide a recent bank statement showing at least 500 EUR per day. - **Incorrect or incomplete application form or missing documents** — Double-check all fields, upload all required files in the correct format. - **Travel insurance does not meet minimum coverage (100,000 EUR)** — Obtain travel insurance specifically covering Russia for at least 100,000 EUR. - **No onward ticket or proof of departure within 16 days** — Book a return flight within 16 days of intended entry. ## FAQs ### Do citizens of Saint Lucia need a visa for Russia? Citizens of Saint Lucia need a visa for Russia and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: Unified eVisa (single entry, up to 16 days, for tourism, business, humanitarian, guest visits). ### How long can citizens of Saint Lucia stay in Russia? Up to 16 days. ### How long does Russia visa processing take? Typically 1–4 days. ### What documents do citizens of Saint Lucia need for Russia? Valid passport (biometric, machine-readable, at least 2 blank pages); Digital passport-size photograph (35x45 mm, white background, taken within 6 months); Completed online application form; Travel medical insurance valid in Russia (minimum coverage 100,000 EUR or equivalent); Proof of accommodation (hotel booking, hostel, or letter of invitation); Return flight booking or onward ticket; and 3 more. ### 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. ## Sources - [evisa.kdmid.ru](https://evisa.kdmid.ru) ## More - [Russia visa for every passport](/visa/russia) - [Every destination for Saint Lucia passport holders](/visa/passport/saint-lucia)