Russia e-Visa for American citizens
American passport holders can apply online and receive their Russia e-visa in 8 days. Stay up to 16 days. Total cost USD 122.
What American applicants need
- United States passport valid 6+ months
- Recent digital photo (auto-captured)
- Travel dates (entry & exit)
- Accommodation in Russia
- Last bank statement
- Return ticket (optional)
Fees
FAQ for American applicants
Do American citizens need a visa for Russia?+
Yes. American passport holders need a E-Visa to enter Russia. It can be applied for entirely online through Vizaezy and is typically issued in 8 days.
How long does the Russia visa take for American applicants?+
Median processing time is 8 days from the moment your documents are submitted. Vizaezy tracks your application against the government portal in real time.
How much does a Russia visa cost from United States?+
Total cost is USD 122 — that's USD 52 in government fees plus USD 70 for Vizaezy's service. Government fees are non-refundable, our service fee is refunded if the visa is denied.
How long can American citizens stay in Russia?+
The E-Visa permits a stay of up to 16 days and is valid for 60 days from issue.
What documents do American applicants need?+
A passport valid for at least 6 months, a recent passport-style photo, travel dates, accommodation details and proof of funds. Vizaezy auto-extracts your passport fields on-device — no manual data entry required.
Notes for American applicants
The Russia authority now sends decision PDFs via SMS for American mobile numbers in addition to email.
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