Russian visa for Spanish citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Spanish passport holders visiting Russia for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Spanish citizens to enter Russia for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Russia e-visa for Spanish citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Russia visa on arrival for Spanish citizens | Not Available | |
Russia tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Spanish passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Russia.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Russia.
If you are looking for Russia visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Spain, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Russia nearest your place of residence.
- Madrid: The Embassy of Russia in Madrid, Spain (Working hours: Close now)
- Seville: The Consulate General of Russia in Seville, Spain (Working hours: Close now)
- Barcelona: The Consulate General of Russia in Barcelona, Spain (Working hours: Close now)
Russia visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Russia diplomatic mission offices to Spain for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Spain traveling to Russia from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Spain) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 112,551 | N/A |
| 2009 | 112,551 | 0.00% |
| 2010 | 117,192 | 4.12% |
| 2011 | 112,551 | -3.96% |
| 2012 | 117,192 | 4.12% |
| 2013 | 120,673 | 2.97% |
| 2014 | 112,551 | -6.73% |
| 2015 | 110,230 | -2.06% |
| 2016 | 116,032 | 5.26% |
| 2017 | 118,642 | 2.25% |
| 2018 | 123,652 | 4.22% |
| 2019 | 140,181 | 13.37% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Russia & Spain comparison
Russia's area is approximately 16,376,870 km2 (6,323,142 sq mi), while the area of Spain is approximately 498,800 km2 (192,587 sq mi). This means Spain is 32.83 times smaller than Russia.
As of April 2024, Russia's population is ~146.2 million people - 99,338,372 more people than the population of Spain.
We have highlighted Russia & Spain’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Russia | Spain | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 146,167,957 | 46,829,585 | 99.3 million more people live in Russia than Spain |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 242 | 215 | Russia has 27 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Spain. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 78 | 144 | Russia passport holders visit 66 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 242 | 492 | Russian hosts 250 fewer foreign missions than Spain. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Spain travel to Russia in one year?
The number of visitors from Spain visiting Russia in 2019 was approximately 140,181.
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