Russia to issue electronic visas for Iranians, others
The Press Service of the Ministry of Economic Development of the Russian Federation announced that tourists from certain countries, including the Islamic Republic of Iran, will be able to obtain electronic visas for Russia in less than a week.
According to Russian news sources, the ministry stated that, as per the government’s directive, citizens of European countries, Iran, Japan, Turkey, China, North Korea, India, Indonesia, the Philippines, Bahrain, Kuwait, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, and Singapore will be eligible to apply for electronic visas, IRNA reported.
As reported, the issuance time for Russian visas within this framework will be less than six days from the date of application.
The ministry clarified that electronic visas can be obtained through the internet for tourists, guests, or business trips, as well as participation in scientific, cultural, sports, and other events.
According to the announcement, these electronic visas will be issued by a diplomatic mission or consular office of the Russian Federation, and foreign nationals will need to submit their applications through a special website of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Based on this information, electronic visas will allow tourists to enter Russia once and will be valid for a maximum stay of 60 days from the registration date.