Do citizens of India need a visa to visit Russia?

Citizens of India can apply for a unified eVisa online for a stay within 30 days, or use the appropriate regular visa for other trips. The published eVisa rule does not require an invitation. Regular visas use category-specific supporting documents.

How do I apply for the Russian e-Visa from India?

Apply on the official portal evisa.kdmid.ru. Apply no earlier than 86 days and no later than 4 days before expected entry. Follow the live portal checklist and pay the applicable fee shown there. The published maximum processing period is 4 calendar days. The published eVisa rule does not require an invitation.

What is a visa invitation letter and do I need one?

The published eVisa rule does not require an invitation. Regular-visa supporting documents depend on the category, nationality and responsible Russian mission.

How much does a Russian visa cost for India citizens?

The applicable e-Visa fee is shown on the official application portal. Consular visa, invitation and visa-centre fees vary by nationality, visa type, processing speed and place of application.

Where can I apply for a Russian visa in India?

Russia has diplomatic missions in: New Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Chennai. There are also 4 visa application center(s) (e.g. VFS Global). See our consulate directory for full addresses and hours.

How long does it take to get a Russian visa?

The eVisa is processed in no more than 4 calendar days. Regular-visa timing depends on the responsible Russian mission, nationality and visa category.

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Russian Visa for India Citizens

Citizens of India can enter Russia with a unified eVisa (stay within 30 days, applied online) or a standard consular visa when the eVisa conditions do not fit. The published eVisa rule does not require an invitation.Consular visas use the supporting document specified by the responsible Russian mission.

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Quick Facts

Visa requirement: e-Visa or consular visa
e-Visa: Stay within 30 days; 1 entry; official fee shown by the MFA portal
Processing time: no more than 4 calendar days
Invitation letter: Tourist from $16; business availability depends on citizenship
Where to apply: New Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai + 1 more

Visa Options for India Passport Holders

Unified e-Visa

1 entry; stay within 30 days
Applied online (evisa.kdmid.ru)
The published eVisa rule does not require an invitation.
Processing: no more than 4 calendar days
Applicable fee shown on the official portal

Tourist Visa

Validity and entries depend on the issued tourist visa
Tourist acceptance confirmation or an eligible accommodation-booking confirmation
Apply at consulate or VFS center
Processing set by the responsible Russian mission
Invitation from $16

Business Visa

Entries and validity are stated on the issued visa
Use the category-specific supporting document
Apply at consulate or VFS center
Commercial availability depends on citizenship

How to Get a Russian Visa from India

For the e-Visa, apply online in minutes. For a consular visa, follow these steps:

1
Check eligibility
Confirm your nationality is on the current 65-state eVisa list. If not, use the checker to determine your visa-free or regular-visa route.
2
Apply online
Submit the application on the official MFA portal between 86 and 4 days before expected entry.
3
Pay the applicable fee
The official portal displays the current fee and exemptions. The published eVisa rule does not require an invitation.
4
Receive your eVisa
The official processing period is no more than 4 calendar days. Download the decision from your account and keep a printable or mobile copy.
5
Travel to Russia
Enter through an approved checkpoint. The eVisa is valid for 120 days from issue and permits 1 entry, with a stay of up to 30 days.

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Processing times & costs for India citizens

Published eVisa timing and official verification guidance for India passport holders.

Visa type	Processing time	Approximate cost
Unified eVisa	No more than 4 calendar days	Fee shown on the official MFA portal
Tourist visa	Verify with the responsible Russian mission	Official fee plus any separate service/support charge
Business visa	Verify with the responsible Russian mission	Official fee plus any separate service/support charge

Sources: Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (mid.ru), e-Visa portal (evisa.kdmid.ru). Regular-visa processing and fees depend on nationality, category and the responsible mission; verify them before applying.

Russian Consulates in India

Russia has 4 diplomatic missions in India and 4 visa application centers.

New Delhi

Consular division of the Embassy of the Russian Federation in the Republic of India

+91 (11) 2611-0560; +91 112611 0640; +91 112611 0641; +91 112611 0642

Kolkata

Consulate General of the Russian Federation in Kolkata, India

Mumbai

Consulate General of Russia in Mumbai

+91 91 6757 56 61

Chennai

Consulate General of the Russian Federation in Chennai

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Tourist invitation (visa support) delivered by email. Document acceptance and format requirements may vary by consulate.

The document is issued after payment and data review. Verify local document requirements. Visa and entry decisions are made by the competent authorities.

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