Visa to Russia for Citizens of India
The existence of a visa regime between the Republic of India and the Russian Federation provides a clear answer to the question: do Indian citizens need a visa to enter Russia? Yes, they do.
The basis for issuing any type of Russian visa (tourist, business, work, etc.) to an Indian citizen is an invitation.
Our company provides services for obtaining tourist invitations, as well as assistance to legal entities in preparing and submitting documents for business invitations. In addition, we assist organizations with preparing documents for the employment of foreign workers at all stages of the procedure.
Below, we will explain in detail how an Indian citizen can obtain a Russian visa.
How Can an Indian Citizen Obtain a Visa to Russia?
Step 1. Determine what type of visa you need for your trip.
1.1. Tourist visa to Russia for Indian citizens:
- your purpose of travel is to visit Russia as a tourist;
- your stay in the Russian Federation will not exceed 30 days.
1.2. Business visa to Russia for Indian citizens:
- your trip has a business or commercial purpose;
- you need a visa for a longer stay, from 1 month up to 1 year;
- you need a visa for multiple entries.
1.3. Work visa to Russia for Indian citizens:
- if you plan to work officially in Russia.
1.4. Private visa to Russia for Indian citizens:
- to visit relatives or family members;
- you plan to stay in a private residence – apartment or house;
- you will stay in Russia for a single visit of up to 3 months.
Step 2. Obtain an invitation to Russia for an Indian citizen.
For this, you can use our professional services:
- Issuance of tourist invitation
- Assistance to legal entities in obtaining business invitations
- Assistance to legal entities in obtaining work permits and work invitations
Tourist invitations for Indian citizens
Issued by a registered tour operator. Only as part of a tourist package.
| Tourist voucher and invitation to Russia | Processing Time | Cost |
| for citizens of migration-risk countries | ||
| To apply for a visa, you will also need a medical insurance policy. | ||
Business invitations for Indian citizens
Assistance to legal entities in preparing and submitting documents for business invitations.
| for citizens of prosperous countries | for citizens of migration-risk countries | |
| Single or double entry | ||
| 3 months | within 15-16 business days |
within 15-16 business days |
| Multiple entry | ||
| 6 months / 1 year | within 15-16 business days |
within 15-16 business days |
| To apply for a visa, you will also need a medical insurance policy. | ||
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Step 3. Collect the required documents.
The standard package includes:
- passport;
- invitation;
- application form;
- photos;
- insurance.
Note that for a tourist visa to Russia, Indian citizens must also provide a paid hotel booking confirmation to the Russian consulate.
With the prepared documents, you should apply to one of the consular institutions of the Russian Federation in India:
- Consular Section of the Embassy of the Russian Federation in New Delhi
Address: 110021, New Delhi, Chanakyapuri district, Shantipath Street
Phone: (8-10-91-11) 2611-05-60
Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday – 10:00 to 14:00. - Russian Visa Center in New Delhi
Address: 8-11, Upper Ground Floor, Tolstoy House, 15 Tolstoy Road, Connaught Place, New Delhi - 110001
Phone: +91 225032 3079, +91 8657735205
Hours: 9:00-17:00, Monday to Friday, excluding holidays. Applications accepted: 9:00 to 15:00. - Consulate General of the Russian Federation in Mumbai
Address: 400036, Mumbai, Jagmohandas Marg, Palm Beach, 42
Phone: (8-10-91-22) 2363-36-27
Hours: Monday and Thursday 8:00–14:00, 15:30–18:30; Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 8:00–14:00. - Consulate General of the Russian Federation in Kolkata
Address: 700027, Kolkata, Alipore district, 22A Raja Santosh Road
Phone: (8-10-91-33) 2479-70-06
Hours: Monday and Thursday 8:00–14:00, 15:30–18:30; Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 8:00–14:00. - Consulate General of the Russian Federation in Chennai
Address: 600004, Chennai, No. 33 (old No. 14), Santhome High Road
Phone: (8-10-91-44) 2498-23-20
Hours: Monday, Thursday – 8:00–14:00, 15:30–18:30; Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday – 8:00–14:00. Closed on Saturday and Sunday. Visa section hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 9:30–12:30 – document submission, 12:30–14:00 – document collection.
Foreign citizens may choose not to apply directly to the consular office, and instead use the services of one of the visa centers, which were established to improve service for Indian citizens, citizens of other countries, and stateless persons wishing to obtain a visa to the Russian Federation. Detailed information about applying for a visa through a visa center can be found on the website.
At the consulate, you will be offered different processing options for a Russian visa for Indian citizens:
- regular (processing time 4–20 business days);
- urgent (1–3 business days).
The consular fee for obtaining a Russian visa for an Indian citizen ranges from 80 to 480 USD depending on the selected processing time. More accurate pricing information can be found on the official website of the Embassy of the Russian Federation in India.
Step 4. Register upon arrival in the Russian Federation.
Please note that registration is mandatory if your stay exceeds 7 working days (excluding the day of arrival). Registration must be completed at the place of your actual residence.
