Key Points
- Russia will grant entry for
citizens of 52 countries through e-visas on January 1,
2021
- The e-visa program is an extension of
a pilot program launched in 2017
- The e-visa program will relax entry
requirements and enable unrestricted domestic travel
- E-visas enable travel for business,
tourism, and humanitarian reasons
- E-visas permit a 16-day stay and are
valid for 60 days from date of issuance
- COVID-19 restrictions may impact the
use of e-visas
Overview
The Russian government plans to start issuing e-visas to
nationals from 52 countries on January 1, 2021.
Background
The upcoming e-visa program is an extension of a pilot program
that was introduced to Russia in 2017. Initially, the e-visa
program limited travel to certain regions within Russia, including
the Far Eastern Federal District, St. Petersburg, Leningrad, and
Kaliningrad. The 2021 program will significantly expand the scope
of travel permitted with Russian e-visas. Along
