Planning a trip to Russia? Here are the updated steps on how to apply for a Russian visa. Choose the kind of visa you want to apply for The kind of Russian visa will vary depending on the purpose of your trip. Here are the different kinds of visa based on your purpose: A transit visa will be issued if you are traveling to Russia from another country. A tourist visa is for tourists who are planning only one short visit. This is valid for 14 days. For a visit up to 3 months, you will need a business multiple entry visa If you are going to Russia more than once during the duration of your visa,you will need a business double entry visa A business single entry visa will be issued if you are allowing 1 to 5 months processing of your visa. A private visa will be issued if you are staying with your friend and register with them Get an invitation for the kind of Russian visa you have applied for To receive an invitation, you will need to select an agency you will work with. There is a bevy of travel agencies who are willing to […]