Primary route: visa-free entry
Israeli citizens using an ordinary passport have a visa-free route for up to 90 days. The official record includes this condition: Ordinary passport: visa-free for entry, exit, transit, and stay up to 90 days in each 180-day period; a visa is required for a stay over 90 days, employment, or business activity. Check the official source before travel because purpose, passport and cumulative-stay limits may apply.
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Official source: Visa information — Embassy of Russia in Israel
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Visa Requirements for Israeli Citizens
Required Documents
- Ordinary passport that satisfies the applicable agreement and border rules
- Travel purpose and stay within the published visa-free conditions
- Any onward-travel, insurance or supporting evidence requested for the specific route
- Recheck the official source before travel, especially when the rule has an end date
Important Notes
- 1Visa-free route for ordinary-passport holders.
- 2Official condition: Ordinary passport: visa-free for entry, exit, transit, and stay up to 90 days in each 180-day period; a visa is required for a stay over 90 days, employment, or business activity.
- 3Verified 18 Sept 2026 under ruleset mfa-2026-09-invitation-v13.
Processing Time & Cost
Processing Time
Check the current processing timetable with the responsible Russian mission or visa centre before filing.
Consular Fee
Check the current consular fee with the responsible Russian mission or visa centre before filing.
Invitation Cost
Price and at checkout are shown before payment
Visa Types Comparison
Which visa type is right for Israeli Citizens?
| Feature | Tourist Visa | Business Visa |
|---|---|---|
| Duration | Up to 30 days | Up to 1 year |
| Entries | Single / Double | Single / Double / Multiple |
| Invitation Required | For the ordinary tourist route; terms shown before payment | Depends on citizenship and travel purpose |
| Consular Fee | Check the current consular fee with the responsible Russian mission or visa centre before filing. | |
| Processing Time | Check the current processing timetable with the responsible Russian mission or visa centre before filing. | |
| Application | In person at consulate / visa center | |
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Israeli citizens using an ordinary passport have a visa-free route for up to 90 days. The official record includes this condition: Ordinary passport: visa-free for entry, exit, transit, and stay up to 90 days in each 180-day period; a visa is required for a stay over 90 days, employment, or business activity. Check the official source before travel because purpose, passport and cumulative-stay limits may apply.
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