Eswatini visa for Russian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Russian passport holders visiting Eswatini for a short-term stay: 30 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Russian citizens to enter Eswatini for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 30 days |
| Evisa | Eswatini e-visa for Russian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Eswatini visa on arrival for Russian citizens | Not Available | |
Eswatini tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Russian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Eswatini.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Eswatini.
If you are looking for Eswatini 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 Eswatini nearest your place of residence.
- Berlin: The Consulate General of in Berlin, ~ 5174.78 kilometers (3215.46 mi) away from Moscow, Russia. (Working hours: Close now).
- Vienna: The Consulate General of in Vienna, ~ 5404.41 kilometers (3358.14 mi) away from Moscow, Russia. (Working hours: Close now).
Eswatini visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Eswatini diplomatic mission offices to Russia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Russia traveling to Eswatini from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Russia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 21,848 | N/A |
| 2009 | 26,241 | 20.11% |
| 2010 | 25,085 | -4.41% |
| 2011 | 25,403 | 1.27% |
| 2012 | 25,663 | 1.02% |
| 2013 | 27,975 | 9.01% |
| 2014 | 27,137 | -3.00% |
| 2015 | 25,230 | -7.03% |
| 2016 | 27,368 | 8.47% |
| 2017 | 26,617 | -2.74% |
| 2018 | 22,600 | -15.09% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Eswatini & Russia comparison
Eswatini's area is approximately 17,200 km2 (6,640 sq mi), while the area of Russia is approximately 16,376,870 km2 (6,323,142 sq mi). This means Russia is 952.14 times bigger than Eswatini.
As of October 2025, Eswatini's population is ~1.2 million people - 145,005,258 fewer people than the population of Russia.
We have highlighted Eswatini & Russia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Eswatini | Russia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 1,221,072 | 146,226,330 | 145.0 million fewer people live in Eswatini than Russia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 16 | 242 | Eswatini has 226 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Russia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 43 | 78 | Eswatini passport holders visit 35 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 9 | 242 | Eswatini hosts 233 fewer foreign missions than Russia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Russia travel to Eswatini in one year?
The number of visitors from Russia visiting Eswatini in 2018 was approximately 22,600.
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- Mbabane to Moscow: 11496.52 km (7143.60 mi)
- Travel time: 23 hours 57 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025