{"id":48123,"date":"2019-01-22T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2019-01-22T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tmp-blog.travelstart.com.ng\/blog\/how-to-get-a-russian-visa-in-nigeria\/"},"modified":"2025-12-15T09:25:36","modified_gmt":"2025-12-15T09:25:36","slug":"how-to-get-a-russian-visa-in-nigeria","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.travelstart.com.ng\/blog\/how-to-get-a-russian-visa-in-nigeria\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get a Russian Visa"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Have you been dreaming of taking a vacation in Russia? The transcontinental country dispersed across Eastern Europe and North Asia is home to spectacular attractions and diverse cultures. Grab the opportunity to explore cities like<a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.com.ng\/lp\/moscow\/flights\"> Moscow<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.com.ng\/lp\/kazan\/flights\">Kazan<\/a> with this step-by-step guide on how to apply for your Russian tourist visa. We\u2019ve included everything you need to know to ensure that you\u2019re prepared for the Russian visa application process! All that\u2019s left to do is pack your bags and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.com.ng\/\">book your ticket<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Nigerian passport holders require a tourist visa for Russia, and with this guide the process can be a relatively painless one. You will need to apply at the <strong>Russian Embassy in Abuja<\/strong>. Always apply for your Russian visa <strong>at least 21 days before you travel<\/strong> to allow for ample processing time (and to spare yourself some stress.)<\/p>\n<p><em>Please check your eligibility before beginning the application process and submit your application well in advance of flight departure. <\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Please note this process applies to Nigerian passport holders.<\/strong><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_42472\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-42472\" style=\"width: 790px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-42472\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.com.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/sixyeargapyear.jpg\" alt=\"Travelstart Russian Visa\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-42472\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/stpetersburgguide\/?hl=en\">@stpetersburgguide<\/a> via Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Types of Visas<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Tourist Visa <\/strong>\u2013 Issued for a stay of 30 days, single or double entry.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Business Visa \u2013 <\/strong>Can be issued for 90 days and be single or double entry or it may be issued for one year with multiple entries (total period of stay is 90 days within each period of 180 days).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Visa Processing Time<\/h3>\n<p>The processing time for a Russian visa can take 3 to 20 days, depending on the urgency of your application.<\/p>\n<h3>Visa Collection<\/h3>\n<p>When your Russian visa has been approved, you will need to collect it at the Russian Embassy in Abuja. You will be contacted telephonically and via email to let you know that your visa is ready for collection.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_42473\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-42473\" style=\"width: 790px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-42473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.com.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/kaleem_zam.jpg\" alt=\"Travelstart Russian visa\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-42473\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/kaleem_zam\/?hl=en\">@kaleem_zam<\/a> via Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Visa Costs<\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"312\"><strong>Visa Category<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"312\"><strong>Visa Cost<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"312\"><strong>Single-Entry Visa<\/strong><br \/>\nRegular fee (4-20 working days)<br \/>\nExpress fee (three working days)<\/td>\n<td width=\"312\">\u20a624,500<br \/>\n\u20a649,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"312\"><strong>Double-Entry Visa<br \/>\n<\/strong>Regular fee (4-20 working days)<br \/>\nExpress fee (three working days)<\/td>\n<td width=\"312\">\u20a639,200<br \/>\n\u20a678,400<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"312\"><strong>Multiple-Entry Visa<br \/>\n<\/strong>Regular fee (4-20 working days)<br \/>\nExpress fee (three working days)<\/td>\n<td width=\"312\">\u20a673,400<br \/>\n\u20a6147,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Please note: Visa transfer fee from an expired passport costs<strong> \u20a69,800<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>The visa fees must be paid in <strong>cash <\/strong>at the <strong>Consular Section of the Embassy<\/strong>, or <strong>in advance via a bank transfer<\/strong>, in the event that you requested the service in your purpose of payment.<\/p>\n<h3>Bank Details<\/h3>\n<p>Name:\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Embassy of the Russian Federation<\/p>\n<p>Embassy\u2019s Private Mail Box:\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 E51002 Adenkunle Fajuyi Street, Cad Zone A00<br \/>\nCentral Business District, Abuja<\/p>\n<p>Bank Address:\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 United Bank for Africa PLC Gana Street, Abuja<\/p>\n<p>Account No.:\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 1014969516<\/p>\n<p><strong>Please note: banks will withhold a transfer fee, which must be included in the amount of your payment.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Russian Visa Requirements<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Passport \u2013 must be valid for at least six months after the Russian visa\u2019s expiry date and must have at least two blank pages.<\/li>\n<li>Visa Application Form \u2013 filled in and printed out from the <strong>Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation <\/strong>website (<a href=\"https:\/\/visa.kdmid.ru\/\">electronic visa application form<\/a>). This is the only existing official form of application, and no other forms of application will be accepted. Sign the application form and fill in the date of application.<\/li>\n<li>One recent colour photo with the following specifications: 35x45mm, no older than six months, taken against a white or off-white background, non-smiling face (without sunglasses and headwear unless the headdress is worn for religious or ethnic purposes).<\/li>\n<li>The photograph must be placed on the Visa Application Form.<\/li>\n<li>Tourist Voucher or Tourist Confirmation letter \u2013 can be obtained from an inviting organisation registered with the Russian Ministry of Affairs. A travel agency in Russia can issue a tourist voucher. The confirmation must contain the agency\u2019s reference and registration number.<\/li>\n<li>Copy of your confirmed flight tickets.<\/li>\n<li>Minors require their original birth certificate and a copy of both parent\u2019s passport.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_42474\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-42474\" style=\"width: 790px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-42474\" src=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.com.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/12\/faberge_museum.jpg\" alt=\"Travelstart Russia Visa\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-42474\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/faberge_museum\/?hl=en\">@faberge_museum<\/a> via Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>Where to Apply<\/h3>\n<p>Russian visa applications must be done in person at the <strong>Russian Embassy in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.com.ng\/lp\/abuja\/flights\">Abuja<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"312\"><strong>Address:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"312\">Russian Embassy in Abuja<br \/>\nPlot 1119, Constitution Avenue, Central Business District, Abuja<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"312\"><strong>Contact:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"312\">0812 139 37 21<br \/>\nrusconsulabuja@mid.ru<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"312\"><strong>Business Hours:<\/strong><br \/>\nApplications<br \/>\nCollection of Documents<\/td>\n<td width=\"312\">Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 09:00-12:00<br \/>\nMonday-Friday: 12:00-13:00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2>Where to Print Documents and Take Photos<\/h2>\n<h3>Mobi Cyber Caf\u00e9<\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"312\"><strong>Address:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"312\">Suite 014, Lozumba Commercial Complex, Area 10, Garki, Garki, Abuja, FCT<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"312\"><strong>Contact:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"312\">0803 547 8307<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"312\"><strong>Business Hours:<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"312\">Monday-Sunday: 08:00-18:00<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Now that you\u2019re equipped with all the necessary information needed to acquire a Russian visa, you\u2019re one step closer to seeing incredible attractions such as the Moscow Kremlin, Red Square and the State Hermitage Museum. From<a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.com.ng\/lp\/moscow\/flights\"> Moscow<\/a> to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.com.ng\/lp\/st-petersburg\/flights\">St. Petersburg<\/a>, you are in for a one-of-a-kind trip with everlasting memories. Sign up to our<a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.com.ng\/lp\/sign-up\"> newsletter<\/a> for the latest<a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.com.ng\/lp\/flight-deals\"> flight deals<\/a> to Russia and other interesting destinations.<\/p>\n<p>Have you had the pleasure of visiting Russia recently? Let us know in the comments below.<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelstart.com.ng\/lp\/russia\/flights\">Find cheap flights to Russia with Travelstart!<\/a><\/h3>\n<p><strong>You might like: <a href=\"https:\/\/trvelstartngph.wpenginepowered.com\/top-10-places-in-russia-to-visit\/\">Top 10 Places in Russia to Visit<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/trvelstartngph.wpenginepowered.com\/russia-what-to-do-see-eat\/\">Russia: What to Do, See, and Eat<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>Disclaimer!<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>All information on this blog page was correct at the time of publishing and may change at any time without prior notice. Travelstart is not affiliated with immigration authorities or their application centres and will not be liable for loss or inconvenience arising from the use of this volatile information.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>Travelstart does not provide advice or assist with processing visas. The content of this article is listed as recommended by research and the Russian embassy. Kindly check the embassy\u2019s website BEFORE applying for your visa.<\/em><\/p>\n<h6>Featured image courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/kobektas\/?hl=en\">@kobektas<\/a> via Instagram<\/h6>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Have you been dreaming of taking a vacation in Russia? The transcontinental country dispersed across Eastern Europe and North Asia is home to spectacular attractions and diverse cultures. Grab the opportunity to explore cities like Moscow and Kazan with this step-by-step guide on how to apply for your Russian tourist visa. 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