Last updated 2026-05-18
Work visa to Russia for citizens of the Philippines
Employment visa
Travel purpose:
Work
, other
, long stay
Visa overview
Issued to foreign nationals for entry into the territory of Russia for the purpose of employment, based on an invitation issued by the General Directorate for Migration of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation. This visa grants foreigners the right to work, receive payment, and reside in Russia for the duration of its validity.
Visa validity period
from 3 months to 3 years
Consular fee
$80 – $240
Select the purpose of your visit
The selected purpose of the visit determines the visa's cost, processing times, and the list of required supporting documents. The purpose of the visit is often specified in the application form alongside the visa type or category and may also be indicated directly on the visa itself.
Work visa
Eligible individuals
Worker, employee
Visa validity period:
3 months
Extension of stay:
1 year
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
$80
Maintenance visa
Eligible individuals
Technician, engineer, mechanic, repairman
Visa validity period:
3 months
Extension of stay:
3 months
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
$80
Visa for foreign representative office worker
Eligible individuals
Worker, employee
Visa validity period:
3 months
Extension of stay:
1 year
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
$80
Highly skilled specialist visa
Eligible individuals
Skilled worker, professional, expert
Visa validity period:
3 years
Extension of stay:
Individually
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
$240
Teacher visa
Eligible individuals
Teacher, professor, vocational trainer
Visa validity period:
3 months
Extension of stay:
1 year
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
$80
Visa for press correspondent
Eligible individuals
Accredited media staff
Visa validity period:
3 months
Extension of stay:
1 year
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
$80
Press technician visa
Eligible individuals
Accredited technical media staff
Visa validity period:
3 months
Extension of stay:
1 year
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
$80
Accompanying worker visa
Eligible individuals
Accompanying person, relative, family
Visa validity period:
3 years
Extension of stay:
Individually
Number of entries:
single-entry
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
$80 – $240