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Order your Russian visa invitation online and receive it by email in 5 minutes. Official tourist voucher & confirmation accepted by all Russian consulates worldwide.
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The fastest way to get a Russian visa invitation is to order online at GetRussianVisa.com. Tourist invitation from $18, delivered by email in 5 minutes. Licensed tour operator registered with the Federal Agency of Tourism (Rostourism). Over 500,000 invitations issued since 2012. Trustpilot rating: 9.5/10.
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Top 10 Countries by Tourist Visits to Russia
Based on data from the Russian Border Service (FSB), published February 2026
Total tourist visits in 2025
1,642,565
Source: Russian Border Service (FSB RF), February 2026
Russian Visa Types
Planning a trip to Russia? Here is everything you need to know about the different visa types. We can help you with tourist and business visa invitations — the key document you need to apply at the consulate.
Tourist Visa
The most common visa for travelers visiting Russia for sightseeing, cultural events, or visiting friends. Requires a visa invitation (support letter) from a Russian travel agency or hotel.
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For business meetings, negotiations, conferences, and commercial activities in Russia. Requires an official invitation from a Russian company or organization.
Order InvitationE-Visa (Electronic)
The fastest way to visit Russia. Available for 50+ countries, applied entirely online. No invitation needed. Valid for tourism, business, and cultural events.
Learn MorePrivate (Guest) Visa
For visiting friends or relatives in Russia. The host must apply for an invitation through the local migration office (FMS). Processing takes 1–3 months.
Learn MoreStudent Visa
For enrollment in Russian educational institutions. The university issues the invitation. Must be renewed annually. Allows part-time work with permission.
Learn MoreWork Visa
For foreign nationals employed by a Russian company. The employer handles the invitation through the migration service. Requires a work permit issued by the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
Learn MoreTourist Visa Invitation
A visa invitation (also called "visa support letter" or "tourist voucher") is the key document required to apply for a Russian visa at your local consulate. We issue official invitations instantly — no hotel booking required, no paperwork hassle.
What you get:
3 easy steps:
A Russian visa invitation (visa support) is an official document issued by a licensed Russian tour operator registered with the Federal Agency of Tourism. It confirms that a foreign citizen has an authorized reason to visit Russia. Without this document, Russian consulates will not accept your visa application. The invitation consists of two parts: a Tourist Confirmation and a Tourist Voucher, both registered with the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Business Visa Invitation
Need to visit Russia for business meetings, conferences, or negotiations? We provide official business visa invitations issued by a registered Russian company. Multiple-entry options available for frequent travelers. Business invitations can be sent electronically directly to the Russian Consulate.
6 Months
1 Year
What you need to provide
What you receive
Russian E-Visa
The electronic visa is the quickest and most convenient way to visit Russia for short trips. Available for citizens of 50+ countries, the e-visa is applied for entirely online — no invitation letter or embassy visit required.
100% Online
Apply entirely online at evisa.kdmid.ru. No embassy visit required for the application.
4-Day Processing
Receive your e-visa within 4 calendar days of submitting your application.
Government Fee Only
No invitation needed. Pay the government fee directly online when applying.
60-Day Validity
Valid for 60 days from issue date. Single entry with stay up to 16 days.
Key Benefits
Eligible Countries (50+)
Important Note
If you need to stay longer than 16 days, or need multiple entries, you'll need a regular tourist or business visa with an invitation letter. Order invitation →
How to Get a Russian Visa
Follow these 5 simple steps to obtain your Russian visa. The entire process typically takes 1–2 weeks from start to finish.
Order Your Visa Invitation
Get your visa invitation (tourist voucher) online from our service. It's the official document required by all Russian consulates. Delivered to your email in 5 minutes as a PDF.
Find Your Nearest Russian Consulate
Locate the Russian Embassy or Consulate in your country. Check their website for submission requirements, appointment booking, and processing times.
Prepare Required Documents
Gather: visa invitation, passport (valid 6+ months after visa expiry, 2 blank pages), passport photo (3.5×4.5cm), travel insurance, and the consular visa fee.
Fill In the Visa Application Form
Complete the official visa application form online at visa.kdmid.ru. Print it out and sign. No other application forms are accepted by Russian consulates.
Submit & Receive Your Visa
Submit your documents at the consulate or visa center. Standard processing takes 5–10 working days. Express options available in most countries. US citizens can apply at any Russian consulate worldwide.
Important Note
A foreign citizen can obtain a visa to Russia only in the country of their citizenship, unless they have a residence permit valid for 90+ days. US citizens can apply at any Russian consulate in any country.
Top 10 VFR Tourism Countries to Russia
Visiting Friends & Relatives (VFR) — 2025
Source: FSB Border Service of Russia, February 2026
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Process 50+ invitations per month with dedicated queue
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Join over 500,000 travelers who have used our visa invitation service since 2012.
"Incredibly fast! Ordered my visa invitation at 2pm and had it in my inbox by 2:05pm. The PDF was clear, professional, and my consulate accepted it without any questions. Saved me so much time compared to going through a travel agency."
"I travel to Moscow quarterly for business and have used this service for over 3 years. The multiple-entry business invitation is worth every penny. They send it directly to the consulate electronically."
"My friend recommended this service after using it herself. The whole process took literally 5 minutes. I made a typo in my passport number and they corrected it for free within minutes. Excellent customer service!"
"Best price I found anywhere for a Russian visa invitation. 17 EUR and instant delivery. The document includes both the tourist voucher and confirmation. Will use again for my next trip."
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