Last updated 2026-05-12
Business visa to Russia
Travel purpose:
Work
, business
, transit
, diplomatic duties
, other
Visa overview
Geared towards foreign citizens and their family members who intend to visit Russia for short-term work or business trips. This type of visa is granted based on an invitation letter issued by the Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs.
Visa validity period
from 3 months to 1 year
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.
Business visit visa
Eligible individuals
Businessman, entrepreneur, employee
Visa validity period:
3 months
Extension of stay:
10 days
Number of entries:
single-entry
double-entry
Consular fee:
$80 – $128
Driver visa
Eligible individuals
Professional driver
Visa validity period:
3 months
Extension of stay:
10 days
Number of entries:
single-entry
double-entry
Consular fee:
$80 – $128
Crew member visa
Eligible individuals
Train, aircraft, vessel/ship crew member
Visa validity period:
3 months
Extension of stay:
10 days
Number of entries:
single-entry
double-entry
Consular fee:
$80 – $128
Visa for negotiations
Eligible individuals
Executive, judicial and legislative authority, government representative
Visa validity period:
3 months
Extension of stay:
10 days
Number of entries:
single-entry
double-entry
Consular fee:
$80 – $128
Media visa
Eligible individuals
Accredited media staff
Visa validity period:
3 months
Extension of stay:
10 days
Number of entries:
single-entry
double-entry
Consular fee:
$80 – $128
Press correspondent visa
Eligible individuals
Not accredited media staff
Visa validity period:
3 months
Extension of stay:
10 days
Number of entries:
single-entry
double-entry
Consular fee:
$80 – $128
Press technician visa
Eligible individuals
Not accredited technical media staff
Visa validity period:
3 months
Extension of stay:
10 days
Number of entries:
single-entry
double-entry
Consular fee:
$80 – $128
Visa for accompanying family member
Eligible individuals
Accompanying person, relative, family
Visa validity period:
3 months
Extension of stay:
10 days
Number of entries:
single-entry
double-entry
Consular fee:
$80 – $128
Multiple-entry business visa
Eligible individuals
Businessman, entrepreneur, employee
Visa validity period:
1 year
Extension of stay:
10 days
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
$240