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.
From AED 330
Tourist visa total cost
5–7 business days
Standard processing
2 locations
Dubai Consulate + Abu Dhabi Embassy
Delivered by email in 5 minutes. Works for all nationalities.
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.
Tip: UAE nationals (Emirati citizens) may also be eligible for the Russian e-visa ($40, online application).
The Russian Consulate in Dubai accepts applications from:
UAE Nationals (Emirati)
Also eligible for e-visa ($40)
Indian Expats
Largest expat group in UAE. Also eligible for e-visa
Pakistani Expats
Traditional visa only. Need invitation + insurance
Filipino Expats
Traditional visa only. Need invitation + insurance
British Expats
Traditional visa. Also eligible for e-visa
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) | AED 66 | $18 |
| 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
Order a tourist visa invitation online — delivered by email in 5 minutes for $18 (AED 66). This is the first document you need.
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).
Start with your visa invitation — delivered by email in 5 minutes.
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Dubai, UAE
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