🇷🇺 Russia visa requirements for Swazi citizens
Swazi citizens need an e-visa for Russia, which can be applied for online before traveling.
Entry rules for Eswatini passport holders
Before traveling to Russia, Swazi citizens must apply for an electronic visa through the official Russia government portal. Processing usually takes from a few hours to a few business days, so apply well before your flight. Print a copy of the approval to show at check-in and on arrival.
Entry rules can change at short notice. Always confirm current requirements with the official Russia immigration authority or your nearest embassy before booking.
How this compares
The Swazi passport ranks #123 worldwide, opening 71 destinations without a visa arranged in advance (43 visa-free, 25 with a visa on arrival and 3 with an eTA). Russia is not among them — it is one of the 91 destinations that still require an embassy visa or an application before departure.
The reverse trip is easier: Russian citizens can enter Eswatini visa-free · 30 days.
Eastern Europe is closed to spontaneous travel for Swazi passport holders: none of its 4 destinations can be entered without an application first.
About Russia
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- Moscow
- Region
- Eastern Europe
- Currency
- Russian ruble (₽)
- Languages
- Russian
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Frequently asked questions
Do Swazi citizens need a visa for Russia?
Swazi citizens need an e-visa for Russia, which can be applied for online before traveling.
Can Swazi citizens apply online for entry to Russia?
Yes. Russia offers an online e-visa for Eswatini passport holders. Apply through the official government portal before your trip.
What currency is used in Russia?
The currency in Russia is the Russian ruble (₽). The capital city is Moscow.
Is this information up to date?
Current status: e-Visa for Swazi citizens traveling to Russia. This page is built from the open Passport Index dataset, which was last updated on 2025-01-12. Visa rules can change between dataset updates, so always confirm with the Russia embassy or immigration authority before booking.
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Source data last updated 2025-01-12.