Russian e-visa (unified electronic visa) for Bangladeshi citizens
🇧🇩BangladeshVisa required
In short
Bangladeshis are not currently eligible for the Russian unified e-Visa, because Bangladesh is not on the 64-country e-Visa list. As a Bangladeshi citizen you instead apply for a standard visa (such as a tourist or business visa) at a Russian consulate or an authorised visa centre.
Bangladesh: Visa required
Apply for a standard visa at a consulate or visa center.
See the full Bangladesh guideAt a glance
- Who it's for
- Tourists, business visitors and people attending events from one of the 64 e-Visa-eligible countries who plan a short single-entry trip of up to 30 days.
- Invitation
- Not required — this is the e-Visa's biggest advantage over standard visas.
- Validity / stay
- Valid for 120 days from issue; single entry; stay of up to 30 days.
- Entries
- Single entry.
- Indicative cost
- Consular fee approximately USD 52 (children under 6 are exempt).
Documents Bangladeshis will need
- Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended date of entry
- Digital passport-style photograph
- Completed online application at evisa.kdmid.ru
- Travel medical insurance valid in Russia (recommended / required at entry)
How Bangladeshis get a Russian e-visa (unified electronic visa)
- 1
Check eligibility
Confirm your nationality is on the 64-country e-Visa list. If not, you will need a standard visa.
- 2
Apply online
Complete the application at the official MFA portal evisa.kdmid.ru with your passport details and a digital photo.
- 3
Pay the consular fee
Pay roughly USD 52. Children under 6 are exempt. No invitation, hotel booking or tickets are required.
- 4
Receive your e-Visa
Processing is up to 4 days. Download and print the approved e-Visa; you receive it by email.
- 5
Travel to Russia
Enter through an authorised checkpoint (most major airports incl. Moscow & St Petersburg). Stay up to 30 days, single entry.
Order visa invitation from $19
Need an invitation letter for a tourist or business visa? Get one online and receive it by email — no consulate visit to obtain it.
- Tourist invitations issued fast
- Accepted by all Russian consulates
- 500,000+ travellers served
FAQ — Russian e-visa (unified electronic visa) for Bangladeshis
Do Bangladeshis need a e-visa (unified electronic visa) for Russia?
No. Bangladesh is not on the e-Visa list, so Bangladeshis apply for a standard visa at a Russian consulate or visa centre instead.
How do Bangladeshis apply for a Russian e-visa (unified electronic visa)?
Bangladeshis obtain the required invitation, complete the visa application form, then submit the passport and documents at the Russian consulate or authorised visa centre that serves Bangladesh. See your Bangladesh country guide for the exact consulates and visa centres.
How much does a Russian e-visa (unified electronic visa) cost for Bangladeshis?
The e-Visa consular fee is about USD 52 regardless of nationality; children under 6 are exempt.
How long does the Russian e-Visa take?
Processing takes up to 4 calendar days. You receive the approved e-Visa by email and print it before travelling.