Russia Visa

Overview:

This type of visa is issued to foreign citizens for visiting the Russian Federation for tourism purposes. A tourist visa can be issued for single or multiple entries, with validity of up to 30 days. Tourist visa can also be issued for exhibitions and auctions, for medical consultations or undergoing medical examination in Russia.

Required Documents:

• Original passport with a minimum validity of 6 months with at least one blank page for visa stamps
• Duly filed and signed Russian visa application form
• One coloured passport size photograph. Please follow the specifications below:
    • 3.5 x 4.5 cm with light-coloured background
    • Neutral expressions and without dark/ tinted glasses
    • No headgears allowed (with the exception of persons wearing for religious reasons)
    • Picture must not be older than 6 months

• Proof of purpose of visit/ Tourist confirmation which is an official invitation from a Russian tour operator. This must be issued on the official letterhead of Russian tour operator’s organization which is officially carrying out tour operator activities in Russia and is registered in the Unified Federal Register of Tour Operators under valid MBT reference number. Confirmation must contain:-
    • surname and name (s) in full accordance with the passport data, as well as the date of birth, gender, passport number and citizenship of the foreign citizen
    • Name and full address of the host tourist organization, as well as its reference (MBT) number
    • Date of entry into the Russian Federation and exit from the Russian Federation
    • Number of entries * and purpose of visit (tourism)
    • Proof of accommodation and travel Itinerary
    • Signature along with the title of authorized employee and seal of the organization, mentioning the date on which the confirmation was issued