Visa support
For a trip to Russia, almost all foreign citizens require a visa.
A Russian entry visa is issued by the Embassy or Consulate of the
Russian Federation in your country of residence in the visa support
service. Visa support includes the granting of an entry permit for a
foreign citizen and the registration of a tourist voucher in the
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia. To obtain a visa you need:
- Get visa support through this form.
- Print your documents for a visa and submit them to the nearest Russian consulate.
FAQ:
How long does support take?
Support for a tourist visa is made up to one week. Terms of business visa are negotiated individually.
Visa and visa support are the same?
No, visa support is an invitation to the country. This document is necessary for obtaining a visa, but it is not a visa.
Do I need an original?
The original is needed in some cases for business visas, for a tourist copy is sufficient.