Lesotho visa for Russian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Russian passport holders visiting Lesotho for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Russian citizens to enter Lesotho for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Lesotho e-visa for Russian citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Lesotho visa on arrival for Russian citizens | Not Available | |
Lesotho tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Russian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Lesotho.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Lesotho.
If you are looking for Lesotho 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 Lesotho nearest your place of residence.
- Beijing: The Embassy of in Beijing, ~ 2519.68 kilometers (1565.66 mi) away from Moscow, Russia. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 2 hours 0 minutes).
- Tokyo: The Embassy of in Tokyo, ~ 3745.11 kilometers (2327.10 mi) away from Moscow, Russia. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 30 minutes).
Lesotho visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Lesotho diplomatic mission offices to Russia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Russia traveling to Lesotho from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Russia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 8,468 | N/A |
| 2009 | 9,942 | 17.41% |
| 2010 | 12,311 | 23.83% |
| 2011 | 11,502 | -6.57% |
| 2012 | 12,225 | 6.29% |
| 2013 | 12,514 | 2.36% |
| 2014 | 31,183 | 149.18% |
| 2015 | 31,270 | 0.28% |
| 2016 | 34,564 | 10.53% |
| 2017 | 32,859 | -4.93% |
| 2018 | 33,900 | 3.17% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Lesotho & Russia comparison
Lesotho's area is approximately 30,360 km2 (11,722 sq mi), while the area of Russia is approximately 16,376,870 km2 (6,323,142 sq mi). This means Russia is 539.42 times bigger than Lesotho.
As of October 2025, Lesotho's population is ~2.2 million people - 143,998,392 fewer people than the population of Russia.
We have highlighted Lesotho & Russia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Lesotho | Russia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 2,227,938 | 146,226,330 | 144.0 million fewer people live in Lesotho than Russia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 14 | 242 | Lesotho has 228 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Russia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 48 | 78 | Lesotho passport holders visit 30 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 7 | 242 | Lesotho hosts 235 fewer foreign missions than Russia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Russia travel to Lesotho in one year?
The number of visitors from Russia visiting Lesotho in 2018 was approximately 33,900.
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