🇨🇦For Canadian Citizens

How to Get a Russian Visa in Canada

Everything you need to know about requirements, costs, and processing times for Canadians traveling to Russia.

Quick Answer for Canadians

Yes, Canadian citizens need a visa to visit Russia. Canadians are not eligible for the e-Visa and must apply for a traditional paper visa at a Russian consulate in Ottawa, Toronto, or Montreal. The process requires an official Invitation Letter, which you can get online in minutes.

Processing Time5–10 Days
Consular FeeCAD $75
Invitation LetterRequired

E-Visa Not Available for Canada

Currently, Canadian citizens are not eligible for the unified Russian e-Visa system. You must apply for a traditional sticker visa through a Russian consulate or authorized visa center. This means you will need to submit your physical passport and an official Invitation Letter.

Required Documents for Canadians

Canadian Passport

Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your visa expiry date and have at least two blank pages for the visa sticker.

Invitation Letter

An official Tourist Voucher and Confirmation from a registered Russian travel agency. Get yours here.

Application Form

Completed online at the official MFA website, printed, and signed. Must include a recent passport-style photograph.

Travel Insurance

Proof of medical insurance valid in Russia for the entire duration of your trip is mandatory for Canadian citizens.

Cost Breakdown for Canadians

Fee TypeStandard (5-10 days)Express (1-3 days)
Consular FeeCAD $75CAD $150
Invitation LetterCAD $25CAD $25
Estimated TotalCAD $100CAD $175
* Note: Additional service fees may apply if applying through a visa center. Prices are subject to change based on exchange rates.

How to Apply in 5 Steps

1

Шаг 1: Получить приглашение

Закажите визовую поддержку онлайн — оформление за 5 минут.

2

Шаг 2: Заполнить анкету

Заполните визовую анкету на сайте МИД России.

3

Шаг 3: Собрать документы

Подготовьте загранпаспорт, фото, страховку и приглашение.

4

Шаг 4: Подать заявление

Подайте документы в ближайший визовый центр или консульство.

5

Шаг 5: Получить визу

Заберите паспорт с готовой визой.

Посольство и консульства в Канаде

You must submit your application to the consulate that covers your jurisdiction.

Embassy in Ottawa

285 Charlotte Street, Ottawa, ON K1N 8L5

Jurisdiction: Ontario (except GTA), Quebec (except Montreal), Atlantic provinces

Consulate in Toronto

175 Bloor Street East, Suite 801, Toronto, ON M4W 3R8

Jurisdiction: Greater Toronto Area, Manitoba, Saskatchewan

Consulate in Montreal

3685 Avenue du Musée, Montreal, QC H3G 2E1

Jurisdiction: Greater Montreal, Quebec City, Alberta, BC

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