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Russia Tourist Visa Invitation for Norwegian Citizens

An invitation is not required for every entry route. It is not required for the unified e-visa or visa-free travel; a tourist voucher and confirmation are used for a regular tourist-visa application.

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Check the unified eVisa route first

Norway citizens are on the current eVisa list. Check whether the eVisa covers tourism, duration and entry needs. An invitation is not required for the eVisa.

Open the official MFA eVisa portal

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Check the entry route first

No invitation is required for an eligible unified e-visa trip. A regular tourist visa is a separate route.

Tourist invitation

The iVisa service starts from $19. The document is sent after payment and data checks; the filing office determines how it must be submitted.

Other travel purposes

Business, private, study and work travel require documents that match the actual purpose. A tourist invitation does not replace them.

Before filing

Confirm the invitation format, document list, fee and processing time on the official filing-office website.

FAQ

Is an invitation required for an e-visa?

No. A tourist invitation is not required for the unified e-visa.

How much is the iVisa tourist invitation?

The service starts from $19; the selected current price is shown before payment.

Can I submit a PDF?

Check the current format accepted by the consular office or visa centre handling the application.

Check the appropriate visa route

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