Consular fee
$80
Processing
5-10 days
Invitation
from $19
e-Visa
Available
Step-by-Step Guide
Determine your visa type
For tourism — tourist visa (up to 30 days). For business — business visa (up to 1 year). Consular fee: $80.
Get an invitation letter
Order a visa invitation online at iVisaOnline.com. Tourist invitation from $19 — delivered to your email in 5 minutes.
Gather documents
Valid passport (6+ months validity), completed application form, photo 3.5×4.5 cm, invitation letter, travel insurance.
Submit your application
Book an appointment at the Russian consulate in Paris or visa center. Submit documents in person or through a representative.
Receive your visa
Processing time: 5-10 business days. Express processing in 1-3 days available for an additional fee.
French citizens can apply through Russian consulates in Paris, Marseille, and Strasbourg. E-Visa is available for trips up to 16 days.
Travel Tips
Trans-Siberian Railway
Popular route among French tourists. The Moscow-Vladivostok train (9,288 km) is the world's longest railway line. The journey takes 6 days.