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