Russian Visa Fees and Processing Times

Russian visa fees vary by nationality, visa type, and processing speed. Here is a comprehensive overview of current fees and timelines.

Consular fees for most countries: single/double-entry visa — $50-80, multiple-entry visa — $150-250. US citizens pay a flat fee of $160 for all visa types.

Processing times: standard processing takes 4-10 business days, express processing 1-3 business days (with additional fee), and urgent same-day processing is available at some consulates.

Visa center service fees range from $20-40 on top of the consular fee. These cover document handling, appointment scheduling, and courier services.

Invitation costs: tourist invitation from $19 (instant delivery), business invitation from $150 (5-14 business days).

Total estimated costs: Tourist visa — $90-150 total. Business visa — $250-450 total. These include invitation, consular fee, and visa center fee.