Work Visa - General
Embassy required
- Processing time
- 10-20 business days
- Fee
- $150-$250 USD
- Validity
- Up to 1 year (renewable)
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Requires work invitation from Russian employer and work permit. Can be renewed throughout employment period.
Eligibility
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Purpose of visit
For employment with Russian companies or organizations.
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Employment
Must have confirmed employment offer from Russian employer.
Required status: Employment contract or job offer from Russian company
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Passport-size color photo
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Travel insurance
Coverage area: Valid for Russian Federation; Minimum coverage: $30,000 EUR
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Invitation letter
Host requirements: Work invitation from Russian employer registered with Migration Police
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Medical certificate
Provide medical evidence from a recognised doctor or clinic when the route asks for health confirmation.
Required tests: General health examination, may include HIV test; Validity months: 3
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Russian Work Visa Application Form; Form url: https://visa.kdmid.ru/
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Work contract
Provide a signed job offer, contract or assignment letter showing the role, dates and employer.
Must be notarized: No; Must be translated: Yes
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Work permit notification
Provide work permit approval, notification or authorisation evidence from the relevant authority.
Issuing authority: As required by issuing authority; Permit number: Required in invitation
How to apply
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Document gathering
Employer obtains work permit from Russian Migration Service.
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Online application
Complete work visa application.
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Appointment booking
Book consulate appointment.
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Document submission
Submit passport, work invitation, medical certificate, and other documents.
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Fee payment
Pay work visa fee.
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Processing wait
Wait for processing.
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Visa collection
Collect work visa.