Everything New Zealanders need to know about Russian E-Visas, traditional visas, requirements, costs, and getting your mandatory invitation letter.
Yes, New Zealand citizens need a visa to visit Russia. Good news: New Zealand is eligible for the Russian E-Visa, which is the fastest and easiest option for trips up to 16 days. For longer stays, you must apply for a traditional paper visa at the Russian Embassy in Wellington, which requires an official Invitation Letter and mandatory travel insurance.
Get your official Russian tourist voucher in minutes. Required for traditional visas.
Order Now - NZD $30New Zealand citizens have two main options for visiting Russia. The E-Visa is highly recommended for short tourist trips, while the traditional visa is necessary for longer stays or specific travel purposes.
| Feature | Russian E-Visa | Traditional Visa |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Stay | Up to 16 days | Up to 30 days (Tourist) |
| Entries | Single entry | Single or Double entry |
| Processing Time | ~4 calendar days | 10–20 business days |
| Invitation Letter | Not required | Required |
| Application Method | 100% Online | In-person at Embassy |
If you are applying for a traditional Russian tourist visa, you must submit the following documents to the Russian Embassy in Wellington:
Valid for at least 6 months beyond your exit date, with at least two blank pages.
Official tourist voucher from a registered Russian tour operator.
Mandatory for New Zealanders. Must cover Russia for the entire trip duration.
Completed online, printed, and signed, with a recent passport photo attached.
Standard processing at the Embassy in Wellington takes 10–20 business days. Express processing has limited availability. We strongly advise applying well in advance of your trip.
Ordina la tua lettera di invito turistico o d'affari online. La riceverai in pochi minuti.
Completa il modulo di domanda di visto online sul sito ufficiale del Ministero degli Affari Esteri russo.
Prepara il passaporto, la lettera di invito, il modulo stampato e la foto.
Presenta la tua documentazione all'Ambasciata Russa a Wellington.
Una volta completata l'elaborazione, ritira il passaporto con il visto russo.
New Zealand citizens must submit their traditional visa applications to the Russian Embassy in Wellington.
Address: 57 Messines Road, Karori, Wellington 6012
Jurisdiction: All of New Zealand
Official Website →Get your official Russian visa invitation letter today. Fast, secure, and accepted by the Embassy in Wellington.
Get Visa Invitation — NZD $30 (~$18)Compare the two options to see which is best for your trip.
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