FAQ: How Much Is A Visa To Russia From Usa?

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

How much does it cost to get a Russian visa?

The Russia tourist visa costs $160.00 which does not include the administrative fees or letter of invitation letter fee. Please Note: there may be cheaper Russia Tourist visas available depending on your nationality. Enter your nationality into the visa checker to see all available visa types.

Is Russia visa free for US citizens?

To enter Russia for any purpose, a U.S. citizen must possess a valid U.S. passport and a bona fide visa issued by a Russian Embassy or Consulate. It is impossible to obtain an entry visa upon arrival, so travelers must apply for their visas well in advance.

How long does it take to get a visa for Russia from USA?

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.

How much is a 3 year visa to Russia?

How much does a 3-year multiple visa-entry cost? A 3-year multiple visa-entry costs $160. In addition to the visa fee you have to pay the Russia Visa Application Centre Service Charge of 38 USD (including VAT) for each visa application. So, the total cost is 198 USD in the Russian Visa Center.

Can I get a Russian visa online?

Applicants are able to complete the online form in just a few minutes, with basic personal, passport, and travel information, to receive an approved E-visa for Russia electronically linked to their passport.

Can US citizens enter Russia?

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, U.S. Embassy Moscow advises U.S. citizens not to travel to Russia. The U.S. Embassy in the Russian Federation has limited capacity to assist U.S. citizens in the event of an emergency. The Russian Federation is one of the countries most affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

How can an American move to Russia?

U.S. citizens can apply to become temporary residents of Russia by completing paperwork and submitting documents to the Russian government; a temporary residency is granted for three years. Russia has a quota system in place that allows only a certain number of people each year from a certain country to get residency.

How much money do you need to leave Russia?

You can legally take out of Russia only 3000 dollars in cash. If you have more, the remaining amount must be accompanied by a special certificate of a Russian bank called “Permission to export currency”. Are there currency exchange offices in Russia?

How long can I stay in Russia without a visa?

Citizens with biometric passports obtained after 9 April 2008 can stay in Russia for up to 30 days. Diplomatic or Official passport holders without accreditation in Russia can stay for up to 90 days.

Is Russia safe for American tourists?

Do not travel to Russia due to COVID-19 and related entry restrictions, terrorism, harassment by Russian government security officials, the embassy’s limited ability to assist U.S. citizens in Russia, and the arbitrary enforcement of local law. There are restrictions in place affecting U.S. citizen entry into Russia.

How can I immigrate to Russia?

The standard immigration procedure consists of the following steps: obtaining a temporary residence permit; obtaining a permanent residence permit and obtaining Russian citizenship. Under current law, one can receive citizenship of Russia after five years of residence and after passing an exam in Russian language.

How do I get a private invitation to Russia?

If you have relatives or friends in Russia (Private citizens) you may apply for this type of visa submitting a standard Private (Homestay) Invitation. It can be obtained by your Russian relatives or friends from a local office of Russian Federal Migration Service located in the Russian Federation only.

How long can an American stay in Russia?

The US passport holders can stay in Russia up to 180 days in a row. A tourist or business visa cannot be extended.

How long are Russian visas valid?

A tourist Russian visa is single-entry or double-entry only and can be valid for the period up to 30 days. If you are a US citizen, you can get a tourist visa to Russia valid for 3 years, and you can stay every 90 out of every 180 days on that type of visa.

How can I get 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)