Visa policy of Russia

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The visa policy of Russia deals with the requirements of foreign nationals to enter Russia. Despite international sanctions during the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Russia continues to issue visas to citizens of all countries. A summary of visa requirements for citizens of each country is available online in Russian. Russia exempts citizens from many countries from obtaining a visa, although an Electronic Travel Authorization with a QR code from the Gosuslugi mobile app is required in these cases. If a visa is required, depending on country of origin, some people may obtain an electronic visa (e-Visa); while others must apply for a visa at a diplomatic mission of Russia or visa center. A holder of a visa to enter Belarus may also enter Russia with such visa; however, this policy does not apply to Belarusian e-visas. Types of visas available for issuance include private, business, tourist, educational, working, transit, humanitarian, service, and diplomatic. The length and terms of visas...

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