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title: Russia visa for citizens of Slovakia
description: "Citizens of Slovakia need a visa for Russia and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 16 days. Processing: 4 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Russia visa for citizens of Slovakia

Citizens of Slovakia 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 Electronic Visa (Single Entry)
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 16 days
- **Visa validity:** 60 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 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

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents** — Check passport validity, get medical insurance, and book accommodation.
2. **Complete online application on official eVisa portal** — Fill all fields, upload photo and passport scan, and declare insurance.
3. **Wait for processing (up to 4 calendar days)** — You will receive a decision by email.
4. **Download eVisa** — If approved, print the eVisa or save it on your phone.
5. **Travel to Russia via one of 29 designated checkpoints** — e-Visa holders must arrive and depart only via these checkpoints.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (valid at least 6 months beyond arrival date)** (Identity): Passport must have at least two blank pages.
- **Digital photograph (35x45 mm, white background)** (Identity): Uploaded during application.
- **Medical insurance valid in Russia** (Travel): Minimum coverage of 30,000 EUR.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Must show departure within 16 days.
- **Accommodation proof (hotel booking or invitation)** (Travel): Can be scanned hotel voucher or letter from host.
- **Passport scan (biographical page)** (Identity): JPG or PDF.

## Good to know

- eVisa is valid for a single entry and maximum stay of 16 days.
- Must use one of the 29 designated border checkpoints.
- eVisa must be used within 60 days from issue date.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Invalid or expiring passport** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from arrival.
- **Missing or incorrect insurance** — Provide valid travel medical insurance covering entire stay.
- **Traveling via non-designated checkpoint** — Check the official list of 29 eVisa checkpoints.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Slovakia need a visa for Russia?

Citizens of Slovakia need a visa for Russia and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisa · Unified Electronic Visa (Single Entry).

### How long can citizens of Slovakia stay in Russia?

Up to 16 days.

### How long does Russia visa processing take?

Typically 4 days.

### What documents do citizens of Slovakia need for Russia?

Valid passport (valid at least 6 months beyond arrival date); Digital photograph (35x45 mm, white background); Medical insurance valid in Russia; Return or onward ticket; Accommodation proof (hotel booking or invitation); Passport scan (biographical page).

### 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)

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