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To receive a tourist invitation to Russia, please indicate your citizenship. You will be provided with a registration form. Fill in all the fields carefully, then proceed to the next step to confirm and pay for your invitation.

Russian Visa Requirements by Country — Overview

Visa requirements for Russia vary significantly depending on the applicant's nationality. Some countries have visa-free agreements, while others face stricter requirements.

Visa-free countries: citizens of certain CIS countries (Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, etc.), and countries with bilateral agreements can enter Russia without a visa for limited periods.

E-Visa eligible countries: citizens of 64 countries can apply for a free electronic visa for stays up to 30 days. Check the Russian MFA website for the current list.

Standard visa countries: most nationalities need a traditional visa with an invitation. Consular fees range from $50 to $160 depending on bilateral agreements.

Special cases: US citizens pay $160 for all visa types (reciprocal fee). UK citizens pay £50 for standard processing. EU citizens benefit from simplified visa agreements.

Regardless of nationality, all visa applicants need: a valid passport, visa invitation, completed application form, photo, and travel insurance.

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Step 1. Choose your citizenship to start

To receive a tourist invitation to Russia, please indicate your citizenship. You will be provided with a registration form. Fill in all the fields carefully, then proceed to the next step to confirm and pay for your invitation.