Visa Types

Multiple Entry Visa (Multi-Entry)

A Russian business visa that allows unlimited entries and exits during its validity period (3 months to 1 year), subject to the 90/180-day rule.

Detailed Explanation

A multiple-entry (multi-entry) Russian visa allows the holder to enter and exit Russia an unlimited number of times during the visa's validity period. This type is only available as a business visa — tourist visas cannot be multi-entry.

Multiple-entry visa specifications:

  • Validity options: 3 months, 6 months, or 1 year
  • Entry limit: Unlimited entries and exits
  • Stay limit: Maximum 90 days in any 180-day period
  • Visa type: Business only (not available for tourist visas)
  • Requires: Business visa invitation (FMS, TELEX, or LOI)
  • Cost: Invitation $199–$399 + consular fee

The 90/180-day rule explained:

  • You can stay in Russia for a maximum of 90 days in any rolling 180-day period
  • This is calculated on a rolling basis, not calendar-based
  • Example: If you spend 90 days in Russia from January to March, you cannot re-enter until July
  • Border control tracks this electronically

Who uses multi-entry visas:

  • Business travelers with regular trips to Russia
  • Digital nomads and remote workers
  • People with Russian partners/family
  • Journalists and media professionals
  • Long-term project consultants
  • Anyone who wants flexibility for multiple trips

Advantages over tourist visa:

  • Much longer validity (up to 1 year vs. 30 days)
  • Unlimited entries (vs. single/double)
  • No need to get a new visa for each trip
  • More flexible dates (not fixed like tourist visa)

The main disadvantage is cost — a 1-year multi-entry business invitation costs $299–$399 compared to $18–$39 for a tourist invitation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get a multiple-entry tourist visa for Russia?

No. Multiple-entry visas are only available as business visas. Tourist visas are limited to single or double entry with a maximum 30-day stay.

What is the 90/180-day rule for Russian multi-entry visa?

You cannot spend more than 90 days in Russia within any rolling 180-day period. If you use all 90 days, you must leave and wait until enough days 'expire' from the 180-day window.

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