🇸🇿 Eswatini visa requirements for Russian citizens
No visa needed — Russian citizens can stay in Eswatini visa-free for up to 30 days.
Entry rules for Russia passport holders
Holders of a valid passport from Russia can travel to Eswatini for tourism or short business trips without applying for a visa, for stays of up to 30 days. You'll typically just need a passport valid for at least six months beyond your arrival date, and you may be asked to show proof of onward travel or sufficient funds at the border.
The 30-day limit applies to the visit itself — if you plan to stay longer, work, or study in Eswatini, you'll need to apply for the appropriate visa or permit before traveling.
Entry rules can change at short notice. Always confirm current requirements with the official Eswatini immigration authority or your nearest embassy before booking.
How this compares
The Russian passport ranks #76 worldwide, opening 117 destinations without a visa arranged in advance (78 visa-free, 33 with a visa on arrival and 6 with an eTA). Eswatini is one of them.
This is not reciprocal — traveling the other way, Swazi citizens need to arrange entry to Russia in advance (e-visa).
Across Southern Africa as a whole, 5 of 6 destinations are open to Russian travelers without arranging a visa in advance.
About Eswatini
- Capital
- Mbabane
- Region
- Southern Africa
- Currency
- Swazi lilangeni (L)
- Languages
- English, Swazi
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Frequently asked questions
Do Russian citizens need a visa for Eswatini?
No visa needed — Russian citizens can stay in Eswatini visa-free for up to 30 days.
How long can Russian citizens stay in Eswatini without a visa?
Russian citizens can stay in Eswatini for up to 30 days visa-free. Longer stays require a visa or residence permit arranged in advance.
What currency is used in Eswatini?
The currency in Eswatini is the Swazi lilangeni (L). The capital city is Mbabane.
Is this information up to date?
Current status: Visa-free · 30 days for Russian citizens traveling to Eswatini. 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 Eswatini embassy or immigration authority before booking.
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Source data last updated 2025-01-12.