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Russia Visa from Kochi, Kerala
Most Kerala travellers to Russia now use the online unified e-visa: no invitation, no consulate visit, decision in 4 days, stay up to 30 days. Visa Xpert files it for ₹7,000 per person all-in. For longer trips, work or study we also prepare regular visa applications through the Russian consulate.
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Which Russia visa do you need?
For a holiday, business meeting or family visit of up to 30 days, the e-visa is the right choice. Open the page for the full checklist, fees and steps.
Quick answer
Indian passport holders need a visa for Russia. The unified e-visa is applied for online, costs about US$52 (≈ ₹4,400), is issued within 4 calendar days and allows a single entry with a stay of up to 30 days. No invitation or hotel voucher is needed. Visa Xpert files it from Kochi for ₹7,000 all-in. Stays beyond 30 days, work, study and multiple-entry travel need a regular visa from the Russian consulate; ask us for a quote.
Russia visas compared
| Visa | Government fee | Processing time | Where to apply from Kerala | Visa Xpert charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unified e-visa Tourism, business, guest and humanitarian visits up to 30 days | About US$52 (≈ ₹4,400); children under 6 about US$2 | Within 4 calendar days | Online only at electronic-visa.kdmid.ru | ₹7,000 all-in, portal fee included |
| Regular tourist visa (sticker) Longer stays or when the e-visa does not fit | Consular fee set by the Russian consulate; paid separately | Usually 10–20 working days | Russian consulate’s visa centre for South India (Chennai is the nearest to Kerala); we confirm the current centre | Ask us for a quote |
| Business, work or study visa | Consular fee by category; paid separately | Varies by category and invitation type | Through the Russian consulate; needs an invitation from the Russian host | Ask us for a quote |
Checked on 4 November 2026. Government fees are shown in their original currency with approximate rupee values; we confirm the exact total in writing before you pay.
Russia visa at a glance
- e-VisaSingle entry · valid 120 days from issue · stay up to 30 days
- Government feeAbout US$52 (≈ ₹4,400) for the e-visa · included in our ₹7,000
- Processing timee-Visa: within 4 calendar days · regular visa: 10–20 working days
- Apply from Keralae-Visa online · regular visa through the consulate’s visa centre
e-Visa or regular visa: how to choose
Nine out of ten holiday and business trips fit the e-visa. Here is how to tell.
Choose the e-visa if
- Your whole stay is 30 days or less and you enter Russia once.
- You travel for tourism, business meetings, a private visit or an event (sports, culture, science).
- You can enter and leave through one of the checkpoints listed on the portal, which include the main international airports.
- You want a decision in 4 days with no paperwork from a Russian host.
Choose a regular visa if
- You need more than 30 days, or more than one entry.
- You are going to work, study or join family for a longer period.
- Your purpose is not covered by the e-visa and your host in Russia can issue an invitation.
- You are not eligible for the e-visa for any other reason (we check this first).
Good to know
- Every traveller, including children, needs their own visa.
- Carry travel medical insurance valid in Russia; it is part of the entry rules.
- Indian cards and UPI do not work in Russia; carry cash or arrange a card that works there.
How we help with your Russia visa
- Route checkYou tell us your dates and purpose. We confirm e-visa or regular visa and quote the exact cost.
- Documents and photoA short list for your route. For the e-visa we check your passport scan and photo against the portal rules; for a regular visa we help arrange the invitation.
- FilingWe complete the online form or consulate application, pay the fee and submit.
- Decision and travelWe download and check your e-visa (or collect the sticker visa), then brief you on entry checkpoints, insurance and what to carry.
Russia visa: frequently asked questions
Do Indians need a visa for Russia?
Yes. Indian passport holders can use the online unified e-visa for stays up to 30 days (tourism, business, guest and humanitarian visits) or apply for a regular visa through the Russian consulate for longer stays, work or study.
Which Russia visas does Visa Xpert handle from Kochi?
The unified e-visa, filed fully online for ₹7,000 all-in, and regular tourist, business, work and study visas through the Russian consulate on request.
How much does a Russia visa cost from Kerala?
The e-visa government fee is about US$52 (≈ ₹4,400); Visa Xpert files it for ₹7,000 per person all-in. Regular visa fees depend on the category and are paid separately; ask us for a written quote.
How long does a Russia visa take?
The e-visa is issued within 4 calendar days. Regular visas through the consulate usually take 10–20 working days plus the time to arrange an invitation.
Do I need an invitation letter for Russia?
Not for the e-visa. For a regular tourist or business visa, yes: a tourist voucher from a registered Russian tour operator or an invitation from the Russian host.
Is there a Russian visa centre in Kerala?
No. The e-visa needs no centre at all. Regular visa applications from Kerala go through the Russian consulate’s visa centre for South India, with Chennai the nearest; we confirm the current centre for you.
Can Visa Xpert guarantee my Russia visa?
No. The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and its consulates decide. We make sure your application meets the rules and is filed correctly.
Is Visa Xpert part of the Russian consulate or a visa centre?
No. We are an independent consultancy in Kochi, in business since 2015.
Official sources
- Unified e-visa portal of the Russian Federation (official)
- E-visa portal – frequently asked questions
Last checked: 4 November 2026. Government fees, exchange rates and processing times change; we re-check them before you pay.
Ready to apply for your Russia visa?
Send us your travel dates and purpose. We will confirm whether the e-visa fits, quote the exact cost and list the few documents we need.
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