Business Visa - Embassy Required
Embassy required
- Processing time
- 10-15 business days
- Fee
- $150-$200 USD (normal) / up to $400 USD (expedited)
- Validity
- Up to 3 years
- Entry
- Multiple entry
Business visas can be issued for up to 3 years with unlimited entries/exits. Requires official business invitation from Russian company registered with Migration Police or Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Electronic invitation (telex) or paper invitation letter accepted.
Eligibility
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Purpose of visit
For business meetings, conferences, negotiations, and commercial activities.
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: Official business invitation from Russian company registered with Migration Police or Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Must include official seal, legal address, registration details, authorized signature, purpose of visit, dates, and invitee names.
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Russian Business Visa Application Form; Form url: https://visa.kdmid.ru/
How to apply
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Document gathering
Obtain official business invitation from Russian host company.
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Online application
Complete business visa application online.
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Appointment booking
Book appointment at Russian embassy or consulate.
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Document submission
Submit all required documents including passport, invitation, and insurance.
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Fee payment
Pay the business visa fee.
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Processing wait
Wait for processing.
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Visa collection
Collect visa from embassy/consulate.