Do Russian citizens need a visa for Germany?
The official link goes to digital.diplo.de. NUM isn’t a government agency or a visa service. Rules change, so confirm on the official site before you pay or travel.
Germany entry rules for Russian citizens.
| Verdict | Visa needed before you fly |
|---|---|
| Document | Schengen short-stay visa (type C) |
| Fee | EUR 90 (child 6-11: EUR 45; under 6: free) |
| Stay | Up to 90 days in any 180-day period, as stated on the visa |
| Validity | As issued: single or multiple entry; multiple-entry visas up to 5 years possible |
| When to apply | At least 15 days, at most 6 months before travel; processing normally 15 days (up to 45) |
| Checked | Verified on an official page · 2026-10-11 |
The rest of the trip for a Russian passport, from the arrival form to customs and travelling with children: Germany entry requirements.
The details for a Russian passport.
Schengen C visa from the consulate of the main destination (or first entry if no main destination). Apply 15 days to 6 months ahead. EES registration on first entry. The EU-Russia visa facilitation agreement is fully suspended (standard fee and procedures, longer processing).
How long it must be valid.
Passport must have been issued less than 10 years before the date you arrive and must be valid for at least 3 months after the date you plan to leave the Schengen area. Lost/stolen-reported passports are refused. EU/EEA/Swiss citizens can use a valid national ID card instead.
Recent changes in Germany.
- 2025-10-12 — EU Entry/Exit System (EES) began a phased roll-out at Schengen external borders.
- 2025-11-18 — Delegated Regulation (EU) 2025/1411 on the ETIAS fee entered into force (fee raised from EUR 7 to EUR 20, applicable once ETIAS launches).
- 2025-12-30 — Revised EU visa suspension mechanism (Regulation (EU) 2025/2441) applies, making it easier to suspend visa-free travel for a country; no suspension affects any of our 33 passports as of 10 Oct 2026.
The short answers.
Do Russian citizens need a visa for Germany?
Yes. Russian citizens need a visa from an embassy or visa centre before travelling to Germany.
How much does it cost for Russian citizens?
EUR 90 (child 6-11: EUR 45; under 6: free). Fees change, so confirm on the official site before you pay.
How long can Russian citizens stay in Germany?
Up to 90 days in any 180-day period, as stated on the visa. Longer stays need a different visa.
When should Russian citizens apply?
At least 15 days, at most 6 months before travel; processing normally 15 days (up to 45).
Where do Russian citizens apply?
On the official site, digital.diplo.de. NUM links it and never charges for the link.
Does NUM issue Germany visas?
No. Only the government issues them. NUM explains the rule for your passport, links the official site, and can file the form for you where its desk covers it.