Estonia Visa and Passport Requirements
| Passport required | Return ticket required | Visa Required | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canadian | Yes | Yes | No |
| USA | Yes | Yes | No |
| EU | See below | No | No |
| British | Yes | Yes | No |
| Australian | Yes | Yes | No |
Passports
EU nationals: When travelling from one border-free Schengen country to another by car, you are not required to show a passport or national ID card. However, transport providers like airlines, train operators and ferry companies will require you to show your passport or ID card to prove your identity.
Non-EU nationals: To enter Estonia, you must have a valid passport issued within the past ten years and with at least three months left, along with a return ticket and sufficient funds for the length of stay.
Beware that Cyprus and Ireland are EU members, but they are not part of the Schengen area, so a passport or ID card is required if travelling to/from these countries.
Visas
EU Nationals: Citizens of EU countries do not require a visa for stays of up to 90 days in Estonia. Those planning to stay longer will need a residence permit.
Non-EU Nationals: Citizens of the following countries can visit Estonia and other Schengen countries visa-free for up to 90 days within a 180-day period:
Africa: Seychelles.
Americas: Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Bahamas, Barbados, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominica, El Salvador, Grenada, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, United States of America, Uruguay, Venezuela.
Asia: Brunei, Georgia, Hong Kong (SAR passport holders), Israel, Japan, Macao (SAR passport holders), Malaysia, Maldives, South Korea, Singapore, Taiwan (passport must include an identity card number), Timor-Leste, United Arab Emirates.
Europe: Albania, Andorra, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, North Macedonia, San Marino, Serbia (biometric passports only; excluding those issued by the Serbian Coordination Directorate), Ukraine, United Kingdom, Vatican City.
Oceania: Australia, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, New Zealand, Palau, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu.
Nationals from countries not listed above are advised to contact the nearest Estonian embassy or consulate to verify visa requirements.
Types and Cost
• €90 for those who are 12 years old and above.
• €45 for children aged six to below 12.
• Free for children below six.
Visa fees are waived for the following applicants:
• School pupils, students, postgraduate students and accompanying teachers who undertake stays for the purpose of study or educational training.
• Researchers from third countries travelling for the purpose of carrying out scientific research.
• Representatives of non-profit organisations aged 25 years or less participating in seminars, conferences, sports, cultural or educational events organised by non-profit organisations.
• Family members of EU/EEA (European Economic Area) citizens, falling under Directive 2004/38.
Validity
Up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
Transit
Citizens of some countries need an airport transit visa when transiting through international parts of any airports within the Schengen countries, whereas citizens of certain countries are only required a transit visa for some of the Schengen countries. If you are not from a Schengen visa exempt country, please check with an Estonian consulate near you.
Application to
Contact the embassy, high commission or consulate.
Schengen Visas
Estonia is a Schengen country, so the Schengen visa scheme applies.
Temporary residence
EU nationals: Will need a residence permit for more than 90 days.
Non-EU nationals: Will need a visa to stay in Estonia for more than 90 days.
Working days
Schengen visa applications usually take 15 calendar days, but sometimes up to 45 days. Be mindful of the national holidays in Estonia as they may affect the processing time. It is recommended to submit applications at least four weeks prior to departure.
Sufficient Funds
Schengen visa applicants must be able to provide proof of funds to cover their stay.
Extension of stay
Schengen visa holders with a visa valid for less than 90 days can only extend their visas in exceptional circumstances, such as force majeure or for humanitarian reasons.
Entry with pets
When bringing a pet from another EU country, the animal must have a microchip or tattoo, an EU pet passport and a valid rabies vaccination certificate (the vaccination must have taken place at least 21 days prior to travel). Animals from outside the EU must also have an ISO 11784/11785 compliant 15-digit microchip. Depending on whether your pet is from a high-rabies country or a rabies-controlled country, your pet either has to be vaccinated first or microchipped first. For pets from high-rabies countries, a rabies titer test also has to be administered 30 days after the vaccination. A veterinary certificate issued by an authorised veterinarian is also required when entering Estonia with a pet from outside of the EU.
Please check with the consulate directly for the appropriate procedures.
This page reflects our understanding of current rules for the most common types of travel to the said country. However, please note that each authority sets and forces entry rules, hence we strongly recommend that you verify critical information with the relevant embassy before travel.
Embassies and tourist offices
British Embassy in Estonia
Telephone: +372 667 4700
Website: https://www.gov.uk/world/organisations/british-embassy-tallinn
Address: , Wismari 6, Tallinn, 10136,
Opening times:
Mon-Fri 0900-1700.
Embassy of the Republic of Estonia in the UK
Telephone: +44 20 7589 3428 / +44 20 7838 5388 (passport & visa)
Website: https://london.mfa.ee
Address: , 44 Queen's Gate Terrace, London, SW7 5PJ,
Opening times:
Consular hours: Mon & Wed 1000-1300, Thu 1300-1600.
Estonian Embassy in the USA
Telephone: +1 202 588 0101
Website: http://www.estemb.org
Address: NW, 2131 Massachusetts Avenue, Washington, 20008,
Opening times:
Mon-Fri 0900-1700.
