Kyrgyz visa for Russian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Russian passport holders visiting Kyrgyzstan for a short-term stay: Indefinite stay.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Russian citizens to enter Kyrgyzstan for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | Indefinite stay |
| Evisa | Kyrgyzstan e-visa for Russian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Kyrgyzstan visa on arrival for Russian citizens | Not Available | |
Kyrgyzstan tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Russian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Kyrgyzstan.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Kyrgyzstan.
If you are looking for Kyrgyzstan visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Russia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Kyrgyzstan nearest your place of residence.
- Moscow: The Embassy of Kyrgyzstan in Moscow, Russia (Working hours: Open now. Close in 6 hours 9 minutes)
- Novosibirsk: The Consulate of Kyrgyzstan in Novosibirsk, Russia (Working hours: Open now. Close in 2 hours 9 minutes)
- Yekaterinburg: The Consulate General of Kyrgyzstan in Yekaterinburg, Russia (Working hours: Close now Lunch time )
Kyrgyzstan visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Kyrgyzstan diplomatic mission offices to Russia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Russia traveling to Kyrgyzstan from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Russia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 466,686 | N/A |
| 2009 | 494,970 | 6.06% |
| 2010 | 490,256 | -0.95% |
| 2011 | 490,256 | 0.00% |
| 2012 | 466,686 | -4.81% |
| 2013 | 494,970 | 6.06% |
| 2014 | 447,700 | -9.55% |
| 2015 | 528,700 | 18.09% |
| 2016 | 431,000 | -18.48% |
| 2017 | 471,400 | 9.37% |
| 2018 | 466,686 | -1.00% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Kyrgyzstan & Russia comparison
Kyrgyzstan's area is approximately 191,800 km2 (74,054 sq mi), while the area of Russia is approximately 16,376,870 km2 (6,323,142 sq mi). This means Russia is 85.39 times bigger than Kyrgyzstan.
As of April 2024, Kyrgyzstan's population is ~7.0 million people - 139,202,727 fewer people than the population of Russia.
We have highlighted Kyrgyzstan & Russia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Kyrgyzstan | Russia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 6,965,230 | 146,167,957 | 139.2 million fewer people live in Kyrgyzstan than Russia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 31 | 242 | Kyrgyzstan has 211 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Russia. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 28 | 78 | Kyrgyzstan passport holders visit 50 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 33 | 242 | Kyrgyz hosts 209 fewer foreign missions than Russia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Russia travel to Kyrgyzstan in one year?
The number of visitors from Russia visiting Kyrgyzstan in 2018 was approximately 466,686.
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