Russian Visa for New Zealand Citizens
New Zealand citizens are not on the current unified e-visa eligibility list and must use the regular visa route appropriate to their purpose of travel. A tourist visa application requires a tourist invitation.
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.
Do New Zealand Citizens Need a Visa for Russia?
New Zealand citizens need the appropriate regular visa and are not on the current unified e-visa list. A tourist invitation is used for a regular tourist-visa application; the responsible mission decides the visa.
New Zealand passport holders are not currently eligible for the unified Russian e-visa. For tourism, use the regular tourist visa route and obtain a tourist invitation from an authorized Russian tour operator. Confirm the current document list, fee and processing time with the Russian Embassy in Wellington.
Required Documents for New Zealand Citizens
How to Get a Russian Visa from New Zealand: Step-by-Step Guide
Determine your visa type
For tourism — tourist visa (up to 30 days). For business — business visa (up to 1 year). Consular fee: $150.
Get an invitation letter
Order a visa invitation online at iVisaOnline.com. Tourist invitation from $19 — delivered to your email after payment and data checks.
Gather documents
Valid passport (6+ months validity), completed application form, photo 3.5×4.5 cm, invitation letter, travel insurance.
Submit your application
Book an appointment at the Russian consulate in Wellington or visa center. Submit documents in person or through a representative.
Receive your visa
Processing time: 10-15 business days. Express processing in 1-3 days available for an additional fee.
Types of Russian Visas for New Zealand Citizens
Tourist Visa
Primary regular routeRegular tourist-visa route for sightseeing and cultural visits. The responsible mission sets the final visa conditions.
Invitation from $19Business Visa
Sponsor requiredRequires the appropriate host or organization-sponsored documents. Our business-invitation product is not available for this citizenship.
Work Visa
For employment in Russia. Requires a work permit from your employer.
Private Visa
Visiting relatives and friends. Requires invitation from a private person via MVD.
Student Visa
For studying at Russian universities. Requires invitation from the educational institution.
Transit Visa
For transit through Russia. Up to 72 hours without leaving the transit zone.
Russia Entry Options Comparison
Which visa type is right for you
| Criteria | Regular Visa | Electronic Visa (e-Visa) | Visa-Free Entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Availability | Available | Not available | Not available |
| Max. stay | up to 30 days | — | — |
| Processing time | 10-15 business days | — | — |
| Cost | $150 + from $19 | — | — |
| Invitation required | Yes | — | — |
| Multiple entry | Yes | — | — |
| For business | Yes | — | — |
✅ Data verified as of May 2026. Source: Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Consular fee: $150. e-Visa: not available. Visa-free: not available.
Useful Tips for New Zealand Travelers
Russian Consulates and Embassies in New Zealand
Wellington
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Tourist Visa Invitation
Order your invitation letter online — from $19
Russia Visa Invitation for New Zealand Citizens
Tourist invitation — sent by email after payment and data checks
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.