Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the visa expiration date and have at least 2 blank pages facing each other.
When applying for a Russian visa, your passport must meet specific requirements. These are strictly enforced — applications with non-compliant passports are rejected.
Mandatory passport requirements: 1. VALIDITY: Must be valid for at least 6 months AFTER your visa expiration date • Example: If your visa expires July 30, 2026, your passport must be valid until at least January 30, 2027 2. BLANK PAGES: At least 2 blank visa pages facing each other (side by side) 3. CONDITION: No significant damage, water stains, or torn pages 4. SIGNATURE: Must be signed by the holder (if applicable)
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If your passport doesn't meet requirements, you should renew it BEFORE ordering your visa invitation, as the invitation must contain your current passport number.
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after your visa expiration date. For example, if your visa expires in July 2026, your passport must be valid until at least January 2027.
You need at least 2 blank visa pages facing each other (side by side) in your passport.
An official document issued by a licensed Russian tour operator or company, required to apply for a Russian visa at any consulate worldwide.
The fee charged by a Russian consulate or embassy for processing a visa application. Varies by country, visa type, and processing speed.
The most common visa type for travelers visiting Russia for sightseeing, cultural events, or visiting friends. Valid for up to 30 days with single or double entry.
The collection of fingerprints and digital photographs required by some Russian consulates as part of the visa application process.
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