The Russian tourist visa process was the easiest for Indian travelers during the football world cup of Russia'2018.
Everyone carrying a Fan-ID was allowed to travel to Russia and the visa was granted on arrival to watch the match and experience the sights and activities in cities of Russia.
Many Indians visited cities like Sochi, Kazan, Moscow, and Saint Petersburg during the football world cup of Russia'2018.
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Russia is a popular destination among Indian travelers however every tourist requires a Tourist visa to visit the Russian Federation for the purpose of tourism.
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Here is the list of documents required for the Russian visa application process:
1. Tourist confirmation letter :
It is issued by a Russian tour operator or Hotel. The format of the letter includes detail like Name, Passport number, entry and exit date of the tourist, etc
2. Original passport
Your passport must be in good condition and valid (for 6 months after the visa expires). The passport also must have at least 2 blank pages for the visa.
3. Application form
You must complete an online application form. The form is available on the website (www.visa.kdmid.ru). It must be printed and signed by the applicant. It is important to clearly select the location for submission of the visa application (the visa center)
4. Photograph
Your colored photograph (3.5 x 4.5 cm) must be on white background. The applicant must directly look into the camera while clicking the photograph.
Besides the list of documents, the following information is also useful:
1. Processing Time
The Embassy and Consulate General of the Russian Federation in India process visa applications and decide whether or not to issue a visa is up to 10 working days. (your documents must be complete in all aspects and necessary fees should be paid)
2. Urgent Visa Application
You may also request the submissions of an urgent visa application. Urgent visa cases processing time can be shortened to just 3 working days or less,
You must also remember the following important points:
- Consular Office or the embassy reserves the right to request additional documents
- Consular Office or the embassy may invite the applicant for an interview.
- Consular Office or the embassy may extend visa processing time up to 30 days.
- The processing times may vary according to the decision of the Embassy or Consulate General of the Russian Federation in India.
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