Original passport with a minimum validity of 6 months and at least 3 blank pages, including all previous passports if applicable.
Completed and signed visa application form.
Two recent color photographs with a white background and matte finish (as per photo specifications).
A personal covering letter detailing the purpose of your travel to the destination country.
Original bank statement for the last 6 months, stamped and updated with the bank's official seal.
Proof of return flight tickets showing travel from and back to your home country.
Tourist confirmation letter issued by a Russian tour operator registered in the Unified Federal Register of Tour Operators with a unique reference number.
Important: The government enforces strict photo requirements; please ensure your photographs meet the specified criteria.
Russia Visa – Additional Requirements Based on Applicant Type
If Employed:
Leave approval letter on company letterhead with an official seal.
Salary slips for the past 3 months.
If Self-Employed:
Business registration documents such as License, Memorandum of Association, or Partnership Deed.
Company’s bank statements for the last 6 months, stamped by the bank.
If Retired:
Proof of retirement such as pension book or pension statement.
If Student:
Valid student ID card from school, college, or educational institution.
If Minor:
Birth certificate showing the names of both parents.
Notarized letter of consent (NOC).
If traveling with one parent: consent letter legalized by the non-traveling parent.
If traveling alone or without both parents: notarized consent from both parents.
Death certificate of parent(s), if applicable.
Identity proof of both parents.
If Visiting Friends or Relatives:
Invitation letter detailing the relationship and purpose of visit.
Inviter’s ID proof such as passport or residence permit.
Address proof of inviter, e.g., utility bill.
If Sponsored:
Sponsorship letter outlining the visitor's name, relationship, reason for visit, intended duration, travel dates, and any other relevant details.
Sponsor’s ID proof: passport or residence permit.
Address proof of sponsor: utility bill.
Evidence of financial support: bank statements and salary slips.
For Business Visa:
Invitation letter from the Russian company (INN Letter) or one issued by the Main Directorate for Migration Affairs in Russia.
Business covering letter from the Indian company on official letterhead.