Russian visa for Belgian citizens — applying in
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Quick answer
A Belgian citizen in Bosnia and Herzegovina does not normally need to visit a consulate — Belgium is eligible for Russia's online e-Visa (about USD 52, issued in ~4 days). A standard visa, applied for at a Russian consulate in Bosnia and Herzegovina, is only needed for work, study or longer stays.
How Belgian citizens apply for a Russian visa in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Your Russian visa route is decided by your nationality (Belgium), while where you apply (Bosnia and Herzegovina) decides which Russian consulate and visa application centre handle your file, the local service fees and the processing logistics. Below are the consulates and centres in Bosnia and Herzegovina, the costs and the documents you will need.
Unified e-Visa (online)
As a Belgian citizen you can skip the consulate entirely and apply for Russia's unified e-Visa online — no invitation, no consulate visit, even while you are in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Processing takes up to 4 days and the e-Visa allows a single entry and a stay of up to 30 days.
Apply for the e-VisaStandard visa (consulate / visa center)
For work, study or stays longer than 30 days, Belgian citizens need a standard visa, applied for at a Russian consulate or visa centre in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Russian visa fees & processing in Bosnia and Herzegovina
| Visa route | Indicative fee | Processing | Invitation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unified e-Visa | ~USD 52 | Up to 4 days | Not required |
| Tourist visa | Consular fee + service fee | 4-20 business days | Tourist confirmation & voucher |
| Business visa | Consular fee + service fee | 4-20 business days | Business invitation (MFA/Telex/GUVM) |
Consular fees vary by nationality and reciprocal agreements. Visa application centres in Bosnia and Herzegovina charge an additional service fee.
Russian consulates in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Apply at the mission that serves your region. Open a city for full address, hours and contacts.