General Information on Russian Federation Visas

Please note! Following information is time sensitive and whilst every endeavour is made to ensure the information is correct and up to date, there may be changes which we are not aware of. You should confirm details or any queries with a Russian Consular Office in your region, especially since every country has specific visa requirements and agreements with Russian Federation.

All foreign nationals are required to have entry visas to travel to the Russian Federation. A visa to the Russian Federation is a document, permitting stay in Russia for a specific period of time. A visa lists entry/exit dates, your vital information, passport details and some information about the inviting party. Please note, that your Russian visa is an exit permit just like it is an entry permit.

IMPORTANT: Applying for visa does not guarantee you will be granted the requested entry visa. Please allow plenty of time for the visa application process, we recommend to apply at least 3 months before your planned travel date. Visas will NOT be issued at the border upon entering the Russian Federation.

Russian Tourist Visa

The following documents should be submited to the Russian Embassy or Consulate in your region to obtain a Tourist Visa to enter Russia or you can arrange your documents through your travel agency:

1. Your original passport with at least 2 blank visa-designated pages (passport must be valid for at least 6 months after intended departure date from Russia).

2. Two copies of Russian visa application form, completed and signed.

3. Two passport-size photos signed on the back.

4. Letter from tour company confirming itinerary and including a copy of the confirmation from authorized Russian travel company which shows the reference number and confirmation number for the visa.