Guide
Russian e-visa
Indian citizens can visit Russia on a unified electronic visa. It is convenient for a short trip, but not for study or work.
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What it is
The e-visa is issued online through the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs portal. It is single-entry and allows a stay of up to 30 days; the day of entry and the day of departure both count.
Purposes
Tourism, guest visits, business and some other short trips — for example to visit a university before admission or meet an employer. Study and work are not allowed, and the e-visa cannot be switched to another visa inside Russia.
Registration
A hotel registers you itself. If you stay in a private flat for more than 7 days, your host must file a notification of arrival within 7 working days — see form guide.
Apply in advance
Processing takes several days. Apply only on the official portal and enter your details exactly as in your passport.
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Frequently asked questions
How long can I stay on an e-visa?
Up to 30 days, single entry.
Can I work or study on it?
No.
Can it be extended?
As a rule, no.
For reference only. MigraForma is a private service, not an official government website: we are not the Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs (MVD), a multifunctional centre (MFC) or Gosuslugi, we do not submit documents and this is not legal advice. Rules change, so check them with the migration authorities before you apply. Information checked in October 2026.