Russia e-visa photo requirements
As of November 3, 2026, a Russia e-visa needs a JPEG face photo in a 35:45 ratio, no more than six months old, with the face taking up 70–80% on a plain light background (per evisa.kdmid.ru, checked on Nov 3, 2026).
The Russia e-visa photo is a rectangle in the 35 by 45 proportion, upright like a passport photo.
On the date of a Russia e-visa application, the photo can be at most six months old and must match the applicant’s current look.
An upright rectangle in the 35:45 proportion, saved as JPEG. The face takes up 70 to 80 percent of it, centered, with the top of the head and the top of the shoulders in frame.
The Foreign Ministry pages give the proportion only, with no pixel count or file-size limit, so the picture is judged on framing and quality.
Source: evisa.kdmid.ru
A plain light-colored wall with nothing else in view: no chair back, no pictures, no other people. Light the face evenly so there are no shadows, flash reflections or red eyes, and keep the colours natural.
Source: evisa.kdmid.ru
Glasses are allowed if the eyes are clearly visible, the lenses are not tinted and the frames cover no part of the eyes; the ministry suggests lighter frames over heavy ones when possible.
A head covering is accepted for religious reasons, provided the face shows clearly from the bottom of the chin to the top of the forehead.
Source: evisa.kdmid.ru
No more than six months old on the day you apply, and it has to show how you look now. Source: official page "Processing of an e-visa - Consular department of MFA of the Russian Federation", checked on Nov 3, 2026.
The e-visa FAQ asks you to reread the photo recommendations and requirements shown in the electronic application form, then upload a photo that meets them. Source: official page "E-visa (FAQ)", checked on Nov 3, 2026.
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