New Regulation Extends Validity and Allowed Stay Period for Electronic Visa Holders
Russia will implement a new regulation on August 23 that extends both the validity and allowed stay period for foreigners traveling with a unified electronic visa. According to the Russian Embassy in Mexico, the document’s validity will now be 120 days instead of the current 60, and the authorized stay period will increase from 16 to 30 days starting from the date of entry.
Current and New Visa Conditions
It’s important to note that the previous conditions will still apply until midnight (Moscow time) on August 23. These include a validity period of 60 days and a maximum stay of 16 days from the entry date.
Electronic Visa Details
The electronic visa is available for citizens of 64 countries, including Mexico. It can be applied for online through the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ portal (electronic-visa.kdmid.ru) or via the official mobile application. The application should be submitted at least four days before the intended travel date.
Government’s Objective
With this modification, the Russian government aims to simplify procedures and encourage short-term tourism.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is the new electronic visa regulation in Russia? The new regulation, effective from August 23, extends the validity of electronic visas from 60 to 120 days and increases the allowed stay period from 16 to 30 days.
- Which countries’ citizens can apply for this electronic visa? Citizens of 64 countries, including Mexico, are eligible to apply for this electronic visa.
- How and where can one apply for the electronic visa? Applications can be submitted online via the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ portal (electronic-visa.kdmid.ru) or through the official mobile application. The application must be submitted at least four days prior to the intended travel date.
- When will these new changes take effect? The new regulation will come into force at 00:00 (Moscow time) on August 23, 2023.
- What are the current visa conditions until August 23? Until midnight (Moscow time) on August 23, the electronic visa will have a validity of 60 days and allow a maximum stay of 16 days from the entry date.
- Why is Russia implementing these changes? The Russian government intends to simplify travel procedures and promote short-term tourism by extending the validity period and allowed stay for electronic visa holders.
