Russian Federation to Equatorial Guinea visa requirements

Russian passport holders need a visa for Equatorial Guinea, and the standard route for a short tourist stay is the official eVisa, applied for online before travel. There is no visa-free or visa-free-on-arrival channel for Russian citizens. An ordinary Russian passport holder cannot enter Equatorial Guinea without a visa. Since the national eVisa system launched in 2023 (operated with VFS Global), most foreign nationals, including Russians, are expected to obtain an electronic visa online before departure rather than using embassy submission or arrival visas. The eVisa is a single-entry tourist permit, typically allowing a stay of up to 90 days, with a base government fee around USD 75 and standard processing of roughly 3 business days (some service intermediaries quote longer windows). Travelers must hold a passport valid at least 6 months with a blank page, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required. eVisa holders must enter through Malabo International Airport (Bata is also referenced as an authorized point). Equatorial Guinea is not in the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply. Because Equatorial Guinea's immigration practice can vary and embassy-issued visas remain an alternative, travelers should confirm current rules with the official eVisa portal or the nearest Equatorial Guinean diplomatic mission before booking.