Russian Consulate General in Dubai

The Russian Consulate General in Dubai is located at: Umm Al Sheif, Street 6a, Villa 35, Dubai. Phone: +971 (4) 328-5347. Email: [email protected].

The visa section of the Russian Consulate General in Dubai is open: Sun-Thu 9:00-12:00. It is recommended to arrive early as queues can be long. Some consulates require prior appointment booking through their website.

To apply for a Russian visa at the Consulate General in Dubai, you typically need: 1) Valid passport (6+ months validity), 2) Completed visa application form, 3) Visa invitation letter (tourist voucher or business invitation), 4) Passport photo (3.5×4.5cm), 5) Travel insurance, 6) Visa fee payment. Requirements may vary — check the consulate website for the latest information.

Most Russian consulates now require prior appointment booking. Check the official website at https://dubai.mid.ru for the appointment system. Some consulates also accept applications through visa centers (VFS Global or similar).

Standard processing time is 5–7 business days (standard), 1–2 days (express). Express processing (1-3 days) may be available for an additional fee. Processing times can vary during peak seasons (summer, holidays).

Yes! You need a visa invitation letter BEFORE visiting the consulate. You can order one online from GetRussianVisa.com — tourist invitations are delivered instantly by email from $18. Business invitations take 5-21 business days.