Whether you're an Emirati national or an expat living in the UAE — here's how to get your Russian visa from Dubai or Abu Dhabi.
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Dubai Consulate + Abu Dhabi Embassy
For an ordinary tourist visa; current terms are shown before payment.
Yes, you can apply for a Russian visa in Dubai. The Russian Consulate General in Dubai (Jumeirah area) processes visa applications for all UAE residents — both Emirati nationals and expats of any nationality. You need a valid UAE residence visa/Emirates ID, a visa invitation, and standard documents. Total cost: approximately AED 330–500 ($90–$135). Processing: 5–7 business days.
Important: UAE nationals are not on the current e-visa list. Eligibility for residents follows the passport citizenship used in the application.
The Russian Consulate in Dubai accepts applications from:
UAE Nationals (Emirati)
Not on the current e-visa list
Indian Expats
Largest expat group in UAE. Also eligible for e-visa
Pakistani Expats
Traditional visa only. Need invitation + insurance
Filipino Expats
E-visa eligible by Philippine citizenship
British Expats
Not on the current e-visa list
European Expats
Most EU nationalities eligible for e-visa
Key requirement: You must have a valid UAE residence visa or Emirates ID to apply in Dubai. Tourist visa holders in the UAE cannot apply here — they must apply in their home country.
Costs in AED and USD:
| Item | AED | USD |
|---|---|---|
| Consular fee (standard) | AED 260–350 | $70–$95 |
| Visa invitation (tourist) | current terms shown before payment | current terms shown before payment |
| Travel insurance | AED 50–100 | $14–$27 |
| Passport photos | AED 20–30 | $5–$8 |
| Total | AED 400–510 | $109–$140 |
Dubai
Umm Al Sheif, Jumeirah, Dubai
Phone: +971 4 328 5347
Hours: Sun–Thu, 9:00–13:00
Main visa processing center for Dubai residents
Abu Dhabi
Diplomatic Area, Abu Dhabi
Phone: +971 2 672 1797
Hours: Sun–Thu, 9:00–13:00
Also processes visa applications for UAE residents
Check passport citizenship first. If an ordinary tourist visa is the correct route, review current tourist-confirmation terms before payment.
Fill out the Russian visa application at visa.kdmid.ru. Print and sign the form. Attach your passport photo.
Gather: passport, Emirates ID/residence visa, visa invitation, application form, photo, travel insurance, and consular fee.
Visit the Russian Consulate General in Dubai (Jumeirah) or the Embassy in Abu Dhabi. Submit your documents and pay the consular fee.
Pick up your passport with the visa stamp after 5–7 business days (standard) or 1–3 days (express).
If an ordinary tourist visa is the correct route, review current tourist-confirmation terms before payment.
Get Visa Invitation — current terms shown before paymentDocuments are sent by email after payment is completed and the submitted data passes the required checks. Applicants should confirm the current filing requirements with the consular office or visa centre handling their application.
Have questions about visa invitations or the visa process? Our team is ready to help.
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