Russian visa for Uzbek citizens — applying in
Switzerland
Quick answer
An Uzbek citizen can enter Russia visa-free for short stays of up to 90 days. For longer or non-tourist trips, apply for a standard visa at a Russian consulate or visa application centre in Switzerland.
How Uzbek citizens apply for a Russian visa in Switzerland
Your Russian visa route is decided by your nationality (Uzbekistan), while where you apply (Switzerland) 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 Switzerland, the costs and the documents you will need.
Visa-free entry
Holders of an ordinary Uzbekistan passport can travel to Russia for tourism for up to 90 days without a visa. For longer or non-tourist trips, apply for a standard visa at a Russian consulate or visa centre in Switzerland.
Standard visa (consulate / visa center)
For stays beyond the visa-free period, or for business, work or study, Uzbek citizens apply for a standard visa in Switzerland.
Russian visa fees & processing in Switzerland
| 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 Switzerland charge an additional service fee.
Russian consulates in Switzerland
Apply at the mission that serves your region. Open a city for full address, hours and contacts.
Visa application centers in Switzerland
Authorised centres accept applications on behalf of the Russian consulate (a service fee applies).
Bolligenstrasse 54, 3006 Bern, Switzerland
+41 31 528 11 06
Visit websiteRue Charles-Giron 1, 1203 Genève, Switzerland
+41 22 518 70 55
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