Do I Need a Visa for St Petersburg, Russia from India?

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You need an eVisa for Russia, which you can apply for online before traveling to St Petersburg.

For Indian passport holders · Updated March 2026

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Indian passport holders can obtain an eVisa for entry into Russia. The eVisa allows for a stay of up to 16 days. An application must be made between 40 to 4 days before the intended entry date. It's worth noting that a visa is not required if visiting Saint Petersburg for up to 72 hours via ferry from Finland.

Official Sources

https://evisa.kdmid.ru/https://stpeterline.com/visa-free-rule

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