What is the Saint Petersburg & Leningrad Oblast e-Visa?
The Saint Petersburg & Leningrad e-Visa is an official document that allows visitors entry into and travel within the Russian city of Saint Petersburg and region of Leningrad for tourism purposes.
What do I need to apply for the Saint Petersburg & Leningrad Oblast e-Visa?
We require the following to submit your application:
- Applicant Photo
What is the cost to obtain the Saint Petersburg & Leningrad Oblast e-Visa?
The Saint Petersburg & Leningrad Oblast e-Visa itself has no cost but there is a processing fee:
- USD 25.00 for Standard Processing.
- For rush processing and super rush processing the service fee is USD 40.00 and USD 50.00, respectively.
* The price can change, the correct fee present at applying
How long does it take to process my Saint Petersburg & Leningrad Oblast e-Visa?
It depends on the processing time you choose. We offer three options:
- Standard Processing: up to 9 days
- Rush Processing: up to 7 days
- Super Rush Processing: up to 5 days
* The processing time can change, the correct time at applying
How long is a Saint Petersburg & Leningrad Oblast e-Visa valid for?
This e-Visa is valid for 30 days after issued and allows holders one entry that cannot be longer than 8 days Per Entry
How long is a Saint Petersburg & Leningrad Oblast e-Visa valid for?
This e-Visa is valid for 30 days after issued and allows holders one entry that cannot be longer than 8 days Per Entry
What conditions must the applicant’s passport meet for the Saint Petersburg & Leningrad Oblast e-Visa?
Your travel document has to be valid for at least 6 months after your e-Visa expires. Also, your passport should have at least one blank page for stamping.
How many entries does the Saint Petersburg & Leningrad Oblast e-Visa allow?
The Saint Petersburg & Leningrad Oblast e-Visa allows one entry of up to 8 days Per Entry within a 30 days after issued
When should I apply for the Saint Petersburg & Leningrad Oblast e-Visa?
The traveler must apply for this e-Visa at least 9 days before the trip to Saint Petersburg & Leningrad Oblast.
Does obtaining an e-Visa guarantee me entry into Saint Petersburg & Leningrad Oblast?
NO. Possession of an e-Visa for Saint Petersburg & Leningrad does not provide an automatic right of entry for the holder into the Country. The Immigration Officer at the port of entry may refuse entry to any person if he considers that such a person is unable to fulfill the immigration requirements or that such a person’s presence in Kaliningrad would be contrary to national interests or security.
What do I need to present upon arrival in Saint Petersburg & Leningrad Oblast?
Upon arrival in Saint Petersburg & Leningrad Oblast, you need to present your passport along with your e-Visa, which can be printed or shown from a smartphone.
Which countries are eligible for the Saint Petersburg & Leningrad Oblast e-Visa?
Nationals of the following 53 countries are eligible for the Saint Petersburg & Leningrad Oblast e-Visa:
- Andorra
- Austria
- Bahrain
- Belgium
- Bulgaria
- China (including Taiwan)
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Iceland
- India
- Indonesia
- Iran
- Ireland
- Italy
- Japan
- Kuwait
- Latvia
- Liechtenstein
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malaysia
- Malta
- Mexico
- Monaco
- Netherlands
- Northern Macedonia
- Norway
- Oman
- Philippines
- Poland
- Portugal
- Qatar
- Romania
- San Marino
- Saudi Arabia
- Serbia
- Singapore
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- The Democratic People’s Republic of Korea
- Turkey
- Vatican City
Vaccination requirements for travel to Russia
Yellow Fever vaccine is required if traveling from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission.
Check WHO – Countries with risk of yellow fever transmission and countries requiring yellow fever vaccination.
Learn more about Saint Petersburg Tourism
When you think of visiting Russia, you’re immediately overwhelmed with choices of places to see. Russia is the largest country in the world, so it has many, many cities, towns, national parks, etc. to see. However, if it’s a beautiful Russian city that you’re after, then look no further than Saint Petersburg.
Sometimes called the Venice of the North, it is by far the most beautiful and the most European city anywhere in Russia. Saint Petersburg is located on the shores of the Neva River, at the head of the Gulf of Finland on the Baltic Sea. In terms of population, it is Russia’s second-largest city, with the capital, Moscow, being larger.
Comparing it with other cities in Europe, it has the 4th largest population. The city is steeped in history, as it was originally a Swedish fortress, that later served as Russia’s capital for close to 200 years. The city is definitively the country’s cultural capital, but it is also still very relevant in terms of governing the Russian Federation, as it is home to the Constitutional Court of Russia as well as the Heraldic Council of the President of the Russian Federation.
Also, many foreign consulates, international corporations, banks, and businesses have their main offices in Saint Petersburg. The world-class city has earned its title of Venice of the North, with its network of canals, picturesque baroque bridges, beautiful works of art in the enormous Hermitage museum, and much, much more.
The beauty and importance of the historic center of the city, as well as the Related Groups of Monuments, have been officially recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With so many “Instagramable” sites and attractions to see, deciding on where to begin in Saint Petersburg can be a daunting task.
Luckily, even though the city is quite large, the historic center of Saint Petersburg is fairly walkable. However, if you’re not the walking type, you can also get to wherever you want to go by taxi. While street taxis are available, we recommend you download the Yandex Taxi App or the Gett App.
The top places to visit while in Saint Petersburg are the following: The Hermitage Museum, he Peterhof Palace and fountain park, the Peter and Paul Fortress, the Saviour of the Spilt Blood Church, the Marble Palace, the Mikhailovsky Castle, Isaac’s Cathedral, the Kazan cathedral, the Catherine Palace, the Gatchina Palace, the Pavlovsk Palace, and the Russian Museum.
Similar to other cities at this latitude, the weather in Saint Petersburg can be unpredictable. Summers in St. Petersburg can be pleasant, with daytime temperatures usually in the twenties. However, it is not uncommon to have hotter days (up to 30 degrees Celsius) or the opposite: temperatures closer to 20 degrees and rainy.
The best time to visit Saint Petersburg is between May and September, though October is very picturesque due to the changing color of the leaves on the large trees along with the cities main avenues and in its parks. For travelers visiting the city for just a few days, and are unsure where to stay, the Tsentralny district is highly recommended.
Tsentralny district means “City Center Area” and covers pretty much all of the main touristic spots in Saint Petersburg. For reference, one of the nicest neighborhoods in this part of the city is the area around the metro stations Nevsky Prospekt, Gostiny Dvor, Vladimirskaya and Chernyshevskaya. Also, Admiralteyskaya is just a few minutes away from the beautiful Hermitage Museum.
The Mikhailovsky opera and ballet theatre is also just stepping away from the Nevsky Prospekt metro station. Now, if time is not an issue and you are considering staying in the Saint Petersburg for over a week or two, you should consider looking at areas with cheaper accommodation, but which are still beautiful, quiet, and safe. Areas that meet these criteria include those near metro stations Vasileostrovskaya, Ploshad Alexandra Nevskogo, Chernyshevskaya, and Petrogradskaya.