Russian visa for Papua New Guinean citizens — applying in
Colombia
Quick answer
A Papua New Guinean citizen in Colombia does not normally need to visit a consulate — Papua New Guinea 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 Colombia, is only needed for work, study or longer stays.
How Papua New Guinean citizens apply for a Russian visa in Colombia
Your Russian visa route is decided by your nationality (Papua New Guinea), while where you apply (Colombia) 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 Colombia, the costs and the documents you will need.
Unified e-Visa (online)
As a Papua New Guinean 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 Colombia. 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, Papua New Guinean citizens need a standard visa, applied for at a Russian consulate or visa centre in Colombia.
Russian visa fees & processing in Colombia
| 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 Colombia charge an additional service fee.
Russian consulates in Colombia
Apply at the mission that serves your region. Open a city for full address, hours and contacts.