The Russia Far East Region, or the Vladivostok Region, is a fabulous place for business people and tourists who want to see past the prime regions of Russia. Only 18 types of nationals are allowed to visit Russia’s Far East land regions with the new, free Vladivostok e-Visa.
The Russian Federation has made it easier than ever to forego the embassy visit and get your visa online for Russia Far East regions from your smartphone, computer, or tablet device.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about the Free Russia Visa
Which countries are allowed to use the free Far East Russia e-Visa?
You must be a national of one of the following 18 countries to get the Vladivostok e-Visa:
- Algeria
- Bahrain
- Brunei
- India
- Iran
- Qatar
- China
- North Korea
- Kuwait
- Morocco
- Mexico
- The United Arab Emirates
- Oman
- Saudi Arabia
- Singapore
- Tunisia
- Turkey
- Japan
If you are from a different country, you still have other Russian visa options available online to you.
How long does iVisa take to process my Vladivostok e-Visa application?
There are three different processing speeds you can choose from. With faster processing times for e-Visas, you will receive your Russian e-Visa faster.
Choosing the Standard processing time means it will be at most 9 days to complete your application review and send you your digital visa.
Choosing the Rush processing time means it will be at most 7 days to complete your application review and send you your digital visa.
Choosing the Super Rush processing time means it will be at most 5 days to complete your application review and send you your digital visa.
How much will a Far East Russian e-Visa cost me?
While the visa is free, you will pay a small service fee to help process your application. Based on your processing speed, your Vladivostok e-Visa will cost:
- USD $35.49 when you choose Standard processing;
- USD $61.99 when you choose Rush processing;
- USD $100.99 when you choose Super Rush processing.
How many entries into the Vladivostok Region of Russia do I get with my e-Visa?
Currently, your digital e-Visa to Russia’s Far East provinces is a Single Entry visa.
When will my Vladivostok e-Visa expire?
Your e-Visa for the Far East Region of Russia expires 30 days after issued.
What is the maximum stay using my Russia Vladivostok e-Visa?
Your e-Visa for Russia Far East regions is good for 8 days Per Entry.
What are the checkpoints that will allow entry with a Far East e-Visa?
With the Far East Russia e-Visa, you can enter the territories of Vladivostok, Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, Blagoveschensk, Khabarovsk, Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, Anadyr, Trans-Baikal Territory and Buryatia. The list of checkpoints is by how you enter:
- By Air: “Vladivostok (Knevichy Airport)”, “Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky (Yelizovo Airport)”, “Blagoveschensk”, “Khabarovsk (Novy Airport)”, “Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk (Khomutovo Airport)”, “Anadyr (Ugolny Airport)”,“Ulan-Ude (Mukhino Airport)”, “Chita (Kadala Airport) ;
- By Water/Boat: “Vladivostok”, “Zarubino”, “Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky”, “Korsakov”, “Posiet”;
- By Rail: “Pogranichny”, “Khasan”, “Makhalino”;
- By Car/Road: “Poltavka”, “Turiy Rog”.
What documents do I need for the application?
All foreign nationals must have the following documents for filling out the online Russia Far East e-Visa application :
- Valid Passport - To get into the Far East Region of Russia, you need to have a passport that is good for six months from the time you plan to leave Vladivostok. You will also need one blank page for stamping.
- Travel Documents - Immigration officers at entry points of Vladivostok will need to validate your travel plans to make sure you are leaving the Region before your visa expires.
- Digital Photo - This photo must have been taken in the last 3 months.
- Payment Method - You will be able to pay for the application with either a credit/debit card or with your PayPal account.
The Best e-Visa Choice for Foreigners Going to Vladivostok & Far East
If you plan to visit the Vladivostok region, we hope you end up going with iVisa for really easy and quick digital e-Visa applications. It’s time-saving to fill out the application from your smartphone, computer, or tablet at your convenience.
We all at iVisa wish your visit to the Vladivostok Region is full of memorable moments!
