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Russia Visa for Germany Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

German citizens can apply for Russia's unified electronic visa online, allowing a single entry and a stay of up to 16 days; fee is USD 52, processing roughly 4 business days.

Guide last updated October 13, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry, with at least one blank page
  • Completed online e-visa application via Russia's official electronic visa portal
  • Digital passport-style photo uploaded during the application (JPEG, specific size requirements per the portal)
  • Proof of travel health insurance valid in Russia for the duration of the trip is mandatory and checked at the border
  • Confirmed onward/return travel details entered in the application
  • No biometrics required in advance for the e-visa; standard immigration checks apply on arrival

Visa types

  • Unified electronic tourist/business/humanitarian e-visa — single entry, valid for 60 days from issue, maximum stay of 16 days per entry, fee USD 52
  • Longer stays, work, or study require a standard visa applied for through the Russian consulate in Germany, which the e-visa does not replace

How to apply online

  • Apply via the official portal linked through https://electronic-visa.kdmid.ru/ at least 4 working days but no more than 60 days before travel
  • Steps: register an account, complete the form with passport and trip details, upload the photo, declare the insurance policy details, pay the USD 52 fee online by card
  • Processing time: typically up to 4 calendar days
  • Approval is delivered electronically — print the confirmation to present to the carrier and at border control alongside your passport
  • The e-visa is valid only for entry through a limited list of designated border checkpoints and airports, so confirm your entry point is on the approved list before booking flights

Fees & processing time

  • E-visa fee: USD 52, paid by card during the online application
  • No separate service fee if applied for directly via the official portal
  • Standard processing: up to 4 working days
  • No formal expedited option; apply as early as the 60-day window allows if your travel dates are flexible
  • Total expected cost: around USD 55-60 once mandatory travel insurance (often USD 10-20) is added

Tips for Germany travelers

  • Flight routing and visa processing between Germany and Russia have been affected periodically by current conditions — check both the official e-visa portal and https://mid.ru/en/ for the latest guidance before booking
  • Common rejection reasons include a photo that doesn't meet the exact size/background spec and missing or invalid travel insurance details
  • Confirm your routing lands at an e-visa-eligible entry point before booking flights
  • Extensions of the 16-day stay are not generally available under the e-visa scheme — plan your itinerary within that window
  • Keep a printed copy of both the e-visa confirmation and insurance policy, as border officials may request physical proof

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.