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Kazakhstani
كازاخستاني
Russia
روسيا
✓ Visa-free entry — No application needed. CIS/EAEU — visa-free
Kazakhstani passport holders can enter Russia visa-free under a bilateral agreement. You may stay for up to 16 days without applying in advance. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months with 2 blank page(s). CIS/EAEU — visa-free
Free
Fee (USD)
16d
Max stay
6mo
Passport validity
Single
Entry type
Comparison
Your case (Kazakhstani)
$0
Visa-free · 16 days
Standard eVisa
$52
Single · 16 days
Step-by-step guide
1
Check passport validity
Must be valid for 6+ months from entry with 2 blank page(s)
2
Book flights
Book round-trip flights to Russia. Return ticket may be asked at immigration.
3
Prepare documents
Hotel booking or accommodation address recommended. Proof of funds may be requested.
4
Arrive and enjoy
Present passport at immigration. Stamp granted for up to 16 days.
Special restrictions
Israeli stamp — No restriction — accepted
Travel insurance — Not required
Yellow fever — Not required
Best time to visit
Best OK
Summer: Moscow, St Petersburg, White Nights (Jun). Trans-Siberian: Jun-Aug. Avoid Nov-Mar (extreme cold, dark). Lake Baikal ice festival: Feb.
Tips & warnings
⚡ Apply early — even though processing is fast, apply at least a week in advance.
⚡ Printing a copy of the eVisa is recommended as a backup.
⚡ Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months — check before applying.
⚡ Only apply through the official portal (evisa.kdmid.ru) — avoid unofficial websites that charge extra fees.
Frequently asked questions
Do Kazakhstani citizens need a visa for Russia? +
No. Kazakhstani citizens can enter Russia visa-free for up to 16 days. CIS/EAEU — visa-free
How much does a Russia visa cost for Kazakhstani citizens? +
No fee required — visa-free entry.
How long can Kazakhstani citizens stay in Russia? +
Maximum stay is 16 days. Visa validity: 60 days from issue date.
What documents do Kazakhstani citizens need for Russia? +
Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity). Return ticket recommended.
Always verify on official portals before applying.