Tourist visa · Cook Islands to Russian Federation

Tourist Visa - Embassy Required

Embassy required

• Maximum stay: 30 days
• Processing time: 10-15 business days (normal) / 3-5 business days (expedited)
• Fee: $50-$100 USD (normal) / $150-$300 USD (expedited)
• Entry: Multiple entry

Required for countries not eligible for e-visa, including US, UK, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Requires official Letter of Invitation (LOI) from accredited Russian tour operator. Valid for single or double entry. Delays common during May-August.

Eligibility

• Purpose of visit

  For tourism and leisure travel purposes.

  Includes

  • Tourism
  • sightseeing
  • leisure

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6

• Photo

  Count: 1; Specifications: Passport-size color photo

• Travel insurance

  Coverage area: Valid for Russian Federation; Minimum coverage: $30,000 EUR

• Invitation letter

  Host requirements: Official Letter of Invitation (LOI) from accredited Russian tour operator or hotel

• Application form

  Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

  Form name: Russian Tourist Visa Application Form; Form url: https://visa.kdmid.ru/

• Hotel booking

  Must be confirmed: Yes; Must cover full stay: Yes

How to apply

1. Document gathering

   Obtain official Letter of Invitation from accredited Russian tour operator.

2. Online application

   Complete online visa application form.

3. Appointment booking

   Schedule appointment at Russian embassy or consulate.

4. Document submission

   Submit passport, application form, photo, invitation letter, and supporting documents.

5. Fee payment

   Pay visa processing fee.

6. Processing wait

   Wait for visa processing.

7. Visa collection

   Collect passport with visa from embassy/consulate.

This information is general guidance only and can change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for help.