Private Visa to Russia for Lebanon Citizens
If you are a citizen of Lebanon and want to visit relatives or friends in Russia, you will need a private (guest) visa. To obtain it, an invitation must be issued through the Russian MVD (Ministry of Internal Affairs) by your host.
Use the regular visa matching the actual purpose
For a private visit, use the supporting document required by the responsible authority. The iVisa tourist order form does not issue private, work, study or transit documents.
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What is a Private Visa?
A private visa is one route for visiting relatives or friends. It is relevant only when the trip does not qualify for an applicable visa-free or eVisa route. The responsible authority confirms the invitation format and conditions.
Who is eligible:
- Relatives of Russian citizens
- Friends and acquaintances
- Former Russian citizens
- Property owners in Russia
Application Process
Check the route by citizenship and private-visit purpose
If a regular private visa is required, the host confirms the MVD invitation procedure
Verify format, timing and documents with the filing office
File under the current official instructions
Required Documents
- Passport meeting the current requirements
- Application form and photograph in the required format
- Evidence of the private-visit purpose
- MVD invitation when the selected route requires it
- Insurance and additional documents from the official list