Russia eVisa Photo Requirements

Facing the camera under even, natural light does more for an application's outcome than most travellers realize going in. The Russia eVisa Photo Requirements page lays out exactly what separates an accepted photo from a rejected one, starting with recency: the image needs to be taken within the last six months and genuinely match current appearance.

Beyond that, the face should fill most of the frame, centred and fully visible from hairline to chin, held against a plain, light-coloured background free of shadows or clutter. A neutral expression matters too, along with eyes open and mouth closed throughout. Glasses remain acceptable only when the eyes stay free of glare or tint, and religious head coverings are permitted as long as the face itself stays visible from chin to forehead. Sharpness and natural colour round out the remaining conditions, with no filters, borders, or pixelation allowed to slip through.