Resolution No. 61-r of 21 January 2026
A new border checkpoint is now available for foreign nationals to enter Russia using a unified electronic visa. A resolution to that effect was signed by Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin.
The measure concerns an air checkpoint located at the airport in Kyzyl, Republic of Tyva. It has become the 107th border crossing point that accepts electronic visa as valid entry document.
The mechanism allowing visits to Russia using a unified electronic visa was launched in the summer of 2023. This document can be obtained via a dedicated section on the Foreign Ministry website for tourist, business, humanitarian, and private trips. To obtain a unified electronic visa, applicants do not need to produce invitations, hotel bookings, or any other papers confirming the purpose of visit. Processing takes no more than four days. Visas for children under six are available free of charge.
The unified electronic visa will promote tourism, enhance the investment appeal of the Russian regions, and contribute to overall economic growth.
This project is being carried out as part of the Foreign Policy government programme.
The signed document amends Government Resolution No. 2741-r of 23 October 2020.