Quick Answer: How To Apply For A Russian Visa?

To apply for a Russian Tourist Visa, you will need the following documents:

1. Original passport, valid for more than 6 months with at least 2 blank pages for your visa and entry/exit stamps.
2. Application form.
3. One passport-type photograph.
4. Tourist visa support documents (hotel voucher and confirmation of tourist acceptance)

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What are the requirements for a Russian visa?

• These documents, known as the Standard Requirements for a Russian Visa, are as follows: Visa Application Form. Valid Passport. A recent passport size photo. Proof of residence. Visa support. Bank Statements for the last three months.

• Visa Application Form. Fill in the form electronically on the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MID) website kdmid.ru, giving in all of the required information.
• Valid Passport. Your passport must have a minimum of six-month validity after the expiration of the visa you are applying for.
• A recent passport size photo. Glue this photo to the indicated space in the printed application form.
• Proof of residence. Submit proof that you reside in the US, if you are not a national of the country, but only a resident.
• Visa support. This is an invitation to travel to Russia. It may be an invitation issued by a hotel, friends, a business etc., depending on the purpose of your trip.

How do I apply for a Russian tourist visa?

1. Have a valid passport.
2. Set your itinerary: Cities and Hotels.
3. Get a letter of invitation or visa support.
4. Fill out the Visa Application Form.
5. Print the Visa Application Form, sign it, and glue a photo.
6. Take all of your documents to the Russian Visa Center (or consulate)
7. Collect your passport with your visa.

How much does it cost to get a Russian visa?

Visa Fees At A Glance

NUMBER OF ENTRIES	CONSULAR FEE REGULAR* / EXPEDITED**
Single Entry**	$160 / $160
Double Entry**	$160 / $160
3 Year Multiple Entry **	$160 / $160

Can I apply for a Russian visa online?

Eligible citizens are able to obtain an electronic visa for Russia through the simple E- visa Russia application form, which only takes a few minutes to fill in.

How long does it take to get a Russian visa?

It takes between 4 working days and 6 weeks to get your Russian visa depending upon the type that you need. The cost also varies according to the visa’s type and how quickly you need it. Please see our visa -specific pages for Russian visas (accessible here) for price options.

What documents do I need for a Russian tourist visa?

To apply for a Russian Tourist Visa, you will need the following documents:

• Original passport, valid for more than 6 months with at least 2 blank pages for your visa and entry/exit stamps.
• Application form.
• One passport-type photograph.
• Tourist visa support documents (hotel voucher and confirmation of tourist acceptance)

What is the best time of year to visit St Petersburg Russia?

The best time to visit St. Petersburg is from mid-June to September. Although it’s expensive, St. Petersburg’s near 24 hours of sunshine and White Nights celebrations during the summer months are not to be missed.

How do I get an invitation letter from Russia?

If you want to travel to Russia, you need a Russian visa. In order to get the visa, you must first get a visa invitation letter (also known as visa support). After you obtain the invitation, you can submit your Russian visa application to one of the processing centers authorized by your nearest Russian consulate.

Do I need a visa for Russia?

Applicants planning to stay for more than 90 days in any 180-day period require a visa if they are going to Russia to conduct commercial or work-related activities. Diplomatic or Official passport holders require a visa for the whole period of their stay.

Do I need a visa to go to St Petersburg Russia?

Visas. Nearly all visitors need a visa, which will require an invitation. Tourist visas are generally single entry and valid for up to 30 days.

How much does it cost to go to Russia?

The average trip cost to Russia is around 56€/64$ per day, but budget travel could only cost around 20€/24$ per day.

Can I apply for a Russian visa in another country?

A frequently asked question is where to apply for a Russian visa if you are in a foreign country. Well, to request and process the Russian visa in a foreign country, you must have legal residence in that country, and go to the Russian consulate or the Russian visa center.

How much does a Russian visa cost UK?

A Russian visa for tourists will cost anything between £100 to £150 in the UK for a single-entry visa and around £150 to £200 for a double-entry visa.

Which country is most difficult to get visa?

Hardest countries to get a visa

• North Korea.
• Russia.
• Saudi Arabia.
• Bhutan.
• Pakistan.
• Nigeria.
• Turkmenistan.
• Iran.

Can a single Russian woman get a tourist visa to the US?

According to the visa policy of the United States, Russian citizens cannot travel to the US for business or tourism purposes unless they apply for a US B1/B2 Visa.

Can you go to Kaliningrad without a visa?

Kaliningrad is located in between Poland and Lithuania and people will need a special visa to enter. Starting in July 2019, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation started allowing citizens of 53 nationalities to apply for Kaliningrad e- Visas online.