Russia Visa Guide 2024

Complete step-by-step guide to obtaining your Russia tourist visa from India. Explore the largest country in the world with our expert visa assistance.

10-20 Days Processing30 Days StayExpert Support
10-20 Days
Processing Time
₹5,800
Visa Fee
30 Days
Maximum Stay
92%
Success Rate

Russia Tourist Visa Overview

Russia offers tourist visas for Indian citizens to explore its vast landscapes, rich history, and cultural heritage. The standard tourist visa allows stays up to 30 days and requires an invitation letter from a Russian tour operator or hotel confirmation.

🏰 Major Destinations

  • • Moscow - Capital city, Red Square
  • • St. Petersburg - Cultural capital
  • • Golden Ring - Historic towns
  • • Trans-Siberian Railway

❄️ Best Time to Visit

  • • Summer (June-August): Warm weather
  • • Spring (April-May): Mild temperatures
  • • Winter (Dec-Feb): Snow activities
  • • Autumn (Sep-Oct): Fall colors

Required Documents for Russia Tourist Visa

📋 Basic Requirements

  • Passport: Valid for at least 6 months with 2 blank pages
  • Visa Application Form: Completed online and printed
  • Photographs: 1 recent passport-sized photo (3.5cm x 4.5cm)
  • Tourist Voucher: From Russian travel agency
  • Hotel Confirmation: Confirmed accommodation bookings
  • Travel Insurance: Valid for entire stay period

💰 Financial Documents

  • Bank Statements: Last 3 months with sufficient balance
  • Income Tax Returns: Latest ITR copy
  • Employment Letter: From current employer
  • Leave Approval: Sanctioned leave letter
  • Flight Tickets: Round-trip confirmed bookings

📄 Supporting Documents

  • Invitation Letter: From Russian tour operator
  • Travel Itinerary: Detailed day-wise plan
  • Previous Passports: If any, with visa copies
  • Marriage Certificate: If traveling with spouse
  • Birth Certificate: For children under 18

⚠️ Important Requirements:

  • • Tourist voucher is mandatory - obtain from authorized Russian agency
  • • Hotel bookings must cover entire stay duration
  • • Travel insurance must be valid in Russia
  • • Bank balance should show adequate funds for the trip

Russia Visa Application Process

1

Get Tourist Voucher

Obtain tourist voucher/invitation from authorized Russian travel agency or hotel.

2

Complete Online Application

Fill visa application form on Russian consulate website. Print and sign the form.

3

Gather Documents

Collect all required documents as per checklist. Ensure all are original with copies.

4

Submit at Visa Center

Submit application at Russian Visa Application Center. Book appointment in advance.

5

Pay Fees & Track

Pay visa processing fees. Track application status online using reference number.

6

Collect Passport

Collect passport with visa from visa center. Verify all details are correct.

Russian Visa Centers in India

🏢 New Delhi

Address: Russian Visa Application Center, Shantipath

Phone: +91-11-2611-0560

Hours: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Mon-Fri)

Jurisdiction: Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, HP, J&K, UP, Rajasthan

🏢 Mumbai

Address: Russian Visa Center, Bandra Kurla Complex

Phone: +91-22-2672-6070

Hours: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Mon-Fri)

Jurisdiction: Maharashtra, MP, Gujarat, Goa, Chhattisgarh

🏢 Kolkata

Address: Russian Consulate General, Elgin Road

Phone: +91-33-2479-7006

Hours: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (Mon, Wed, Fri)

Jurisdiction: West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, NE States

🏢 Chennai

Address: Russian Consulate General, Santhome High Road

Phone: +91-44-2498-2330

Hours: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (Mon, Wed, Fri)

Jurisdiction: Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Kerala

Russia Visa Fees & Processing Time

Processing TypeDurationVisa FeeService FeeTotal
Standard10-20 Days₹5,800₹2,500₹8,300
Express3-5 Days₹11,600₹2,500₹14,100
Same Day1 Day₹17,400₹2,500₹19,900

Additional Information:

• Visa validity: As per tourist voucher

• Maximum stay: 30 days

• Entry type: Single/Double entry

• Tourist voucher fee: ₹1,500-3,000

Expert Tips for Russia Visa Approval

✅ Success Tips

  • • Get tourist voucher from reliable agency
  • • Show adequate financial means
  • • Provide complete travel itinerary
  • • Ensure hotel bookings cover entire stay
  • • Apply well in advance (3-4 weeks)
  • • Double-check all form details
  • • Get comprehensive travel insurance

❌ Common Rejections

  • • Invalid or missing tourist voucher
  • • Insufficient financial proof
  • • Incomplete accommodation bookings
  • • Poor quality passport photos
  • • Inconsistent travel dates
  • • Missing travel insurance
  • • Previous visa violations

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Russia Travel Info

Currency

Russian Ruble (₽), USD also accepted

Language

Russian, English in tourist areas

Time Zone

11 time zones, Moscow: UTC+3

Climate

Continental, cold winters, warm summers