Visa on Arrival

Visa on arrival is a visa issued directly at the airport or border. Russia does NOT issue visas on arrival for most categories. Exception: some special economic zones and e-Visa (applied online in advance but doesn't require consulate visit). A visa for Russia must be obtained in advance.

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Translations

ruВиза по прибытии
deVisum bei Ankunft
frVisa à l'arrivée
esVisa a la llegada
Definitions based on official Russian MFA documents and consular practice.