Russian visa for Taiwanese citizens — applying in
South Korea
Quick answer
A Taiwanese citizen in South Korea does not normally need to visit a consulate — Taiwan 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 South Korea, is only needed for work, study or longer stays.
How Taiwanese citizens apply for a Russian visa in South Korea
Your Russian visa route is decided by your nationality (Taiwan), while where you apply (South Korea) 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 South Korea, the costs and the documents you will need.
Unified e-Visa (online)
As a Taiwanese 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 South Korea. 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, Taiwanese citizens need a standard visa, applied for at a Russian consulate or visa centre in South Korea.
Russian visa fees & processing in South Korea
| 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 South Korea charge an additional service fee.
Russian consulates in South Korea
Apply at the mission that serves your region. Open a city for full address, hours and contacts.
Visa application centers in South Korea
Authorised centres accept applications on behalf of the Russian consulate (a service fee applies).
5F Danam Building, 10 Sowol-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul 04527
070 4044 0789
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