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 Berlin 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.
Russia Entry Options Comparison
Which visa type is right for you
| Criteria | Regular Visa | Electronic Visa (e-Visa) | Visa-Free Entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Availability | Available | Available | Not available |
| Max. stay | up to 30 days | up to 16 days | — |
| Processing time | 5-10 business days | 5 minutes online | — |
| Cost | $80 + from $19 | $40 | — |
| Invitation required | Yes | No | — |
| Multiple entry | Yes | No | — |
| For business | Yes | No | — |
✅ Data verified as of May 2026. Source: Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Consular fee: $80. e-Visa: available. Visa-free: not available.
Germany is one of the largest sources of tourists to Russia. Russian consulates operate in Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, Frankfurt, and Leipzig. E-Visa is available.
Travel Tips
Travel insurance
German citizens must have travel insurance with coverage of at least €30,000. Many German insurance companies (Allianz, HanseMerkur) offer policies accepted by Russian consulates.