Russia Visa for Indians
Tourist visa for Indian travellers
- Tourist visa
- Europe
Processing
6 Days
Service fee
₹6,600
How it works
A simple path from enquiry to decision.
- 1
Step 1
Share trip dates and passport details
- 2
Step 2
We prepare forms and document checks
- 3
Step 3
File, track, and update you until decision
Documents checklist
Open a category to see exactly what you need.
Forms0 items
Online Form completely filled up and signed by applicant as per signature on passport Note: for Minor applicants, Form should be signed by both parents along with Signature or Thumb impression of Minor applicant as appearing on his/her passport.
Passport4 items
Original Passport as well as all old passports Please note passport must fulfill all below conditions
- Passports issued beyond 10 years will not be accepted by the Embassy.
- Hand written passport is strictly not allowed
- Indian passports with any “observation” will not be accepted.
- Passport should have minimum 2 blank pages & should be valid for a period of 6 months from the date of travel
Photographs0 items
Four recent colored photographs of size 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm white background with matt or semi matt finish with 80% face coverage, white background and without border. (Photograph should not be more than 3 months old, scanned/stapled and should not be used in any of the previous visas)
Covering Letter0 items
Original Covering Letter from applicant stating his name, designation, passport number, purpose and duration of the visit, duly signed by him (Employed applicants should print it on Normal A4 Paper and Self Employed/Businessman should print it on their letterhead with seal (Rubber stamp) & sign)
Hotel Vouchers0 items
Original Tourist confirmation (in Russian language) from a Russian travel agency, registered with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation. The confirmation must contain the agency's reference number and registration number.
Note0 items
Our visa experts will inform you if any other documents will be required for the process.
Quick answers
Do Indian citizens need a visa for Russia?
Yes. Indian passport holders need a visa for Russia. We handle the full application from our Bangalore desk, including document checks before submission.
How much does a Russia visa cost for Indians?
Our service fee for Russia starts at ₹ 3,630. This is our processing charge and does not include the embassy or consular fee, which is paid separately and varies by visa category.
How long does a Russia visa take to process?
Typical processing for Russia is 6 Days once documents are submitted. Add 1–2 working days for our document check before submission, and apply at least 3–4 weeks before travel in peak season.
What documents are required for a Russia visa?
There are 7 document groups for Russia, covering your passport, photographs, application forms, financial proof and travel bookings. The full checklist with exact specifications is listed on this page.
What passport validity do I need for Russia?
Your passport should be valid for at least six months beyond your intended date of return and have a minimum of two blank pages. Handwritten passports and passports with observations are generally not accepted.
When should I apply for my Russia visa?
Apply 4–6 weeks before departure. Peak season demand at consulates can extend timelines well beyond the normal window.
Can I apply for the Russia visa online through Trawel.in?
Yes. Scan your passport on this page and we auto-fill your application from the machine-readable zone, then a visa expert verifies every field before submission. You can complete the whole process over WhatsApp.
What happens if my Russia visa is rejected?
Consular decisions are made solely by the embassy and no agent can guarantee approval. We reduce avoidable rejections by checking documents against the current checklist before submission, and we will advise on reapplying if a refusal occurs.
Planning a Russia trip?
Pair your visa with one of our 6 Russia holiday packages, each with a day-by-day itinerary and all-in pricing.
Handled by Trawel
- Document checklist reviewed before filing
- Bangalore desk handles forms and follow-ups
- Clear fee upfront. No surprise add-ons at submit
Local currency reference: Russian ruble
₹6,600 service fee
Russia · 6 Days
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