RUSSIA

TOURIST

1. Valid and signed Passport (valid for at least 6 months past the end date of your stay in Russia; with at least one blank visa page)
2. 1 Online Visa Application Form, fully completed and signed, plus one copy. Applications not filled in correctly may result in a delay of the processing time.
   Completing The Application Form Tips:
   -Select "Appointment Date" as the date you complete the application.(Today)
   -Select "Your Visa Appointment Location" as United States.
   -Select "Visa Issuing Office" as Washington DC.
   -Please make sure to save your application ID and Password.
   Printing Hints:
   -Before printing select "no page scaling" and uncheck the "center and rotate" option.
3. One (1) Passport type photograph
4. 1 Completed itinerary form (This form prints in ADOBE PDF format, on PAVO letterhead and addressed to the "Embassy of the Russian Federation)
5. Non-U.S. citizens: Should submit a photocopy of your medical insurance card and also provide proof of legal status in the USA (Permanent Resident Card, or I-94 etc.,)
6. Confirmation, plus voucher, (refered to as "Visa Support") of hotel arrangements from authorized Russian travel company, or directly from the Russian hotel, showing reference number and confirmation number for the visa. Remember that your visa will reflect the dates of stay specified in your visa support documents - hotel or travel agency confirmations. (we can provide you with voucher for a fee if you don't have one)
7. Passport and Visa Online Work Order Form. Click here to download

BUSINESS

1. Valid and signed Passport (valid for at least 6 months past the end date of your stay in Russia; with at least one blank visa page)
2. 1 Online Visa Application Form, fully completed and signed, plus one copy. Applications not filled in correctly may result in a delay of the processing time.
   Completing The Application Form Tips:
   -Select "Appointment Date" as the date you complete the application.(Today)
   -Select "Your Visa Appointment Location" as United States.
   -Select "Visa Issuing Office" as Washington DC.
   -Please make sure to save your application ID and Password.
   Printing Hints:
   -Before printing select "no page scaling" and uncheck the "center and rotate" option.
3. One (1) Passport type photograph
4. 1 Completed itinerary form (This form prints in ADOBE PDF format, on PAVO letterhead and addressed to the "Embassy of the Russian Federation)
5. If you are applying for a Multiple Entry Business Visa the ORIGINAL Letter of Invitation is required.
6. Non-U.S. citizens: Should submit a photocopy of your medical insurance card and also provide proof of legal status in the USA (Permanent Resident Card, or I-94 etc.,)
7. FOR STUDENT, TEACHER, OR EMPLOYMENT VISAS: A recent HIV Test result showing that you have tested negative is required. This may be a copy of either the actual lab results or a written letter (on letter head) from the doctor explaining that you have been tested.
8. Official invitation from an organization authorized to invite business visitors to Russia.The Invitation to Russia must be authorized by The Ministry of Interior or its local offices; or other authorized Russian Agencies. It must contain: official seal and legal address of the agency, signature and name of official authorized to invite foreigners to Russia. (we can provide you with Invitation for a fee if you don't have one)
9. FOR STUDENT, TEACHER, OR EMPLOYMENT VISAS: Applicant must submit an ORIGINAL official letter of invitation: - Issued through the school or university by the Educational Ministry of the Russian Government.
   - Or by the company of which you will be employed by the Russian Labor of the Foreign Ministry.
   - The letter of invitation must bear an official signed seal of the authorized Russian foreign agency/government.
   - Your visa will be issued according to the dates specified on your letter of invitation.
10. Please Note: You may enter the Russian Federation only after five business days from the visa Issue Date. Your visa will have an Entry Date and Expiry Date. You may enter anytime on or after the entry date, but prior to the visa's Expiry Date.
11. Passport and Visa Online Work Order Form. Click here to download

PRIVATE OR HOME STAY VISIT

1. Valid and signed Passport (valid for at least 6 months past the end date of your stay in Russia; with at least one blank visa page)
2. 1 Online Visa Application Form, fully completed and signed, plus one copy. Applications not filled in correctly may result in a delay of the processing time.
   Completing The Application Form Tips:
   -Select "Appointment Date" as the date you complete the application.(Today)
   -Select "Your Visa Appointment Location" as United States.
   -Select "Visa Issuing Office" as Washington DC.
   -Please make sure to save your application ID and Password.
   Printing Hints:
   -Before printing select "no page scaling" and uncheck the "center and rotate" option.
3. One (1) Passport type photograph
4. 1 Completed itinerary form (This form prints in ADOBE PDF format, on PAVO letterhead and addressed to the "Embassy of the Russian Federation)
5. Non-U.S. citizens: Should submit a photocopy of your medical insurance card and also provide proof of legal status in the USA (Permanent Resident Card, or I-94 etc.,)
6. Visa entitlement certificate (IZVESHENIYE) from the local OVIR in Russia. Your host must obtain this certificate for you and send the original certificate to you.

   Your host will need to know all of the following:
   Your Full Name; Address;
   Nationality;
   Passport Number and Date of Birth;
   Your Date of Arrival/Departure in Russia.

7. Passport and Visa Work Order Form. Click here to download

TRANSIT

1. Valid and signed Passport (valid for at least 6 months past the end date of your stay in Russia; with at least one blank visa page)
2. 1 Online Visa Application Form, fully completed and signed, plus one copy. Applications not filled in correctly may result in a delay of the processing time.
   Completing The Application Form Tips:
   -Select "Appointment Date" as the date you complete the application.(Today)
   -Select "Your Visa Appointment Location" as United States.
   -Select "Visa Issuing Office" as Washington DC.
   -Please make sure to save your application ID and Password.
   Printing Hints:
   -Before printing select "no page scaling" and uncheck the "center and rotate" option.
3. One (1) Passport type photograph
4. 1 Completed itinerary form (This form prints in ADOBE PDF format, on PAVO letterhead and addressed to the "Embassy of the Russian Federation)
5. Transit visa is required if period of stay in Russia exceeds 24 hours or a traveler needs to change the airport. The Transit visa cannot be issued for longer than 72 hours
6. Visa for the destination must be already stamped in the passport.
7. Photocopy of the airline tickets
8. Passport and Visa Online Work Order Form. Click here to download

OFFICIAL or DIPLOMATIC PASSPORT HOLDERS ONLY

1. Valid and signed U. S. Official or Diplomatic Passport (valid for at least 6 months past the end date of your stay in Russia; with at least one blank visa page)
2. 1 Online Visa Application Form, fully completed and signed, plus one copy. Applications not filled in correctly may result in a delay of the processing time.
   Completing The Application Form Tips:
   -Select "Appointment Date" as the date you complete the application.(Today)
   -Select "Your Visa Appointment Location" as United States.
   -Select "Visa Issuing Office" as Washington DC.
   -Please make sure to save your application ID and Password.
   Printing Hints:
   -Before printing select "no page scaling" and uncheck the "center and rotate" option.
3. One (1) Passport type photograph
4. 1 Completed itinerary form (This form prints in ADOBE PDF format, on PAVO letterhead and addressed to the "Embassy of the Russian Federation)
5. Passport and Visa Work Order Form. Click here to download
6. Official invitation from an organization authorized to invite business visitors to Russia.The Invitation to Russia must be authorized by The Ministry of Interior or its local offices; or other authorized Russian Agencies. It must contain: official seal and legal address of the agency, signature and name of official authorized to invite foreigners to Russia.
7. Visa Cover Letter from U.S. Department of State
8. Letter from sending department or agency, addressed to:
   "Embassy of (the country you are planing to visit),
   Visa Section, Washington D.C."

   The letter must explain all of the following:
   Applicant's position and title
   The purpose of the trip
   Dates of the intended visit
   Contact person in the country you are planing to visit

Service Fee:

$85.00/person/visa (3 / 7 Business days process)

$75.00/person/visa (Regular Process - 10+ Business days process)

Consular Fee: TOURIST / TRANSIT OR HOME STAY VISA:
( Single & Double Entry Visa ) (NEW FEE'S EFFECTIVE 04/11/2009)
$331.00 Per Visa - 3 business days issue
$181.00 Per Visa - 7 business days issue
$140.00 Per Visa - 10+ business days issue

BUSINESS / OFFICIAL VISIT VISA:
( Single & Double Entry Visa ) (NEW FEE'S EFFECTIVE 04/11/2009)
$381.00 Per Visa - 3 business days issue
$181.00 Per Visa - 7 business days issue
$140.00 Per Visa - 10+ business days issue

( Multiple Entry Visa ) (NEW FEE'S EFFECTIVE 04/11/2009)
$531.00 Per Visa - 3 business days issue
$331.00 Per Visa - 7 business days issue
$150.00 Per Visa - 10+ business days issue

NOTE: - Invitations to Russia issued by Russian organizations must be processed through the Russian Ministry of Interior.

- You must register your visa at a local OVIR or Police Station within 72 hours of arrival in Russia.

Please send all the above mentioned documents and payment (Money Order, Company Check, Cashier’s Check, American Express, Visa or MasterCard) by courier delivery* to:

PASSPORT AND VISA ONLINE, LLC. (PAVO)

4301 N. FAIRFAX DRIVE, SUITE # 104

ARLINGTON, VA 22203

LOCAL TEL: 703-524-7280
FAX: 703-524-3418

*Note: For the safety of your passport, we do not recommend sending your passport by regular mail. Please send it by courier delivery so that if there’s a delay, you would be able to track or trace it.

Requirements and fees are subject to change without prior notice. All fees are non-refundable if your application was denied by the consulate or the Passport Agency, or if you withdraw your application that has already been submitted to the consulate or Passport Agency.

Please call us toll free @ 1-866-618-VISA (8472)