Unified e-visa
Sri Lanka is not included in the current unified e-visa country list. Applicants should follow the regular visa procedure unless the official list changes.
Sri LankaOfficial sources reviewed September 3, 2026
Russian Visa for Sri Lankan Citizens
Sri Lankan citizens need a visa to travel to Russia. For a tourist trip, the regular visa application requires an invitation and the other documents requested by the Russian Embassy in Colombo.
Visa guidance reviewed September 3, 2026. Official government sources are linked below.
Krok 1. Wybierz swoje obywatelstwo
Aby otrzymać zaproszenie turystyczne do Rosji, wskaż swoje obywatelstwo. Otrzymasz formularz rejestracyjny. Wypełnij starannie wszystkie pola, a następnie przejdź do kolejnego kroku, aby potwierdzić i opłacić zaproszenie.
Quick answer
Sri Lankan citizens need a visa to travel to Russia. For a tourist trip, the regular visa application requires an invitation and the other documents requested by the Russian Embassy in Colombo.
Choose the correct Russia entry route
An e-visa and a regular tourist visa are different procedures. Order an invitation only when the regular tourist visa route requires it.
Regular tourist visa
The Embassy's general requirements include a signed application, valid passport, photo, invitation and any additional documents required for the chosen visa category.
A tourist invitation supports the regular tourist visa application. It does not replace the visa or the Embassy's document review.
Order a tourist invitation for Sri Lankan citizensRegular tourist visa: document roles
Visa application documents
The Embassy's general requirements include a signed application, valid passport, photo, invitation and any additional documents required for the chosen visa category.
Tourist invitation
A tourist invitation supports the regular tourist visa application. It does not replace the visa or the Embassy's document review.
Where to submit
Applications are handled through the Russian Embassy in Colombo. The Embassy warns that requirements, fees and processing time may change without notice.
How the regular tourist visa process works
1
Confirm the entry route
Check whether the unified e-visa fits your trip. If not, follow the regular tourist visa procedure.
2
Prepare the tourist invitation
For a regular tourist visa, obtain the voucher and confirmation using exactly the same passport and travel data.
3
Complete the official application
Fill in the Russian MFA visa application and prepare the documents listed by the responsible embassy, consulate or visa centre.
4
Follow the local submission instructions
Applications are handled through the Russian Embassy in Colombo. The Embassy warns that requirements, fees and processing time may change without notice.
5
Wait for the consular decision
The invitation provider does not issue the visa. The Russian consular authority reviews the complete application and makes the decision.
Visa routes beyond tourism
Use a visa category that matches the actual purpose of travel. A tourist invitation cannot replace an employer, university, family or organization sponsor.
Business visa
A business visa requires the appropriate host or organization-sponsored documents. iVisa does not offer its business-invitation product for this citizenship.
Work, study and private visits
Work visas require employer-sponsored documents, student visas require an educational institution, and private visas use the applicable host procedure. Do not order a tourist invitation for those purposes.
After preparing your tourist voucher and application, review the Colombo submission route for a Russian visa before filing. The local page explains the confirmed route and links to the official source.
Country-specific preparation guides
How long a Russian invitation takes for Sri Lankan citizens
Plan the invitation before applying in Colombo.
Russian visa invitation sample for Sri Lankan citizens
Review traveller, trip and host details before submission.
Tourist voucher vs support letter for Sri Lankan citizens
Understand the visa support documents used for tourism.
Understand and check the invitation documents
Official sources
Visa procedures can change. Check the responsible Russian diplomatic mission before filing.
Frequently asked questions
Krok 1. Wybierz swoje obywatelstwo
Aby otrzymać zaproszenie turystyczne do Rosji, wskaż swoje obywatelstwo. Otrzymasz formularz rejestracyjny. Wypełnij starannie wszystkie pola, a następnie przejdź do kolejnego kroku, aby potwierdzić i opłacić zaproszenie.