Russian humanitarian visa

For culture, sport, science and religious activity.

In short

A Russian humanitarian visa is a consular route for eligible activities. The responsible Russian mission's current checklist controls the purpose, supporting document, validity and entries.

At a glance

Who it's for
Participants in cultural, sporting, scientific, educational, charitable or religious activities invited by a Russian organisation.
Invitation
Use the supporting document named by the responsible Russian mission.
Validity / stay
Validity and permitted stay are stated on the issued visa.
Entries
The issued visa states the permitted entries.
Indicative cost
Verify current fees with the responsible Russian mission and any authorised intake centre.

Documents you'll need

  • Use the current checklist published by the responsible Russian mission
  • Prepare the official application form and travel document in the format that mission specifies
  • Provide the category-specific supporting document required by the mission
  • Verify insurance, fee, appointment and any additional document rules before submission

How to get a humanitarian visa

  1. 1

    Check the official category requirements

    Open the current checklist published by the responsible Russian mission for your visa category, passport and residence.

  2. 2

    Complete the application form

    Fill in the official visa application form for the consulate that serves your country of residence.

  3. 3

    Prepare your documents

    Prepare exactly the documents and formats named in the responsible mission's current official checklist.

  4. 4

    Use the official intake channel

    Submit through the consulate or authorised visa centre named by the responsible Russian mission.

  5. 5

    Collect your visa

    Follow the mission's payment, processing and document-return instructions.

Frequently asked questions

What is a Russian humanitarian visa for?

Use the purpose categories and supporting-document requirements published by the responsible Russian mission.

How do I get a humanitarian visa?

Follow the supporting-document route and application checklist published by the responsible Russian mission.