1.1

Current Passport

Applicant must submit their current passport. Russia visas are stamped into a passport, therefore the the original passport is required.
Note: In order to obtain Russia visas, passport must have two (2) blank, facing visa pages(typically the last few pages of the passport are marked "Amendment" and are not valid for visas) and must be valid for at least six months past the date of entry into Russia.

 1.2

Photo Requirement

Applicant must submit two (2) identical, color, passport style photographs. The photos must be recent and generally should not be the same used for the passport itself. Passport photos can be obtained at most post offices, Kinko's, Walgreens, etc.

 1.3

Proof of Travel

Applicant must submit a computer-generated itinerary from a travel agency or online booking tool (such as e-confirmation from an airline or Travelocity, Orbitz, etc) showing departure from the U.S. and arrival/departure for Russia.

Although applicant may be submitting documents along with other family members, when submitted to an embassy or consulate, applications are treated individually. If applicant is under 18 years old, include the following:
1) Color copies of parents valid passports. If either, or both, parents do not have valid passports, include color copies of driver's license or other state issued ID. If either, or both, parents are not US citizens, include copies of ID and copies of US visa or permanent resident card (Green card).
2) Include a letter of authorization for child to obtain visa and travel.

 1.4

Official Invitation

Applicant must submit a certified Russian invitation voucher. These can often be obtained from hotels or tour companies. If applicant does not possess an invitation, one may be ordered using the link below. This service will take your information and payment, process the invitation, and provide it to ItsEasy. This is the easiest and most common way applicants obtain visa invitation vouchers.
When asked for processing location, select USA for Country and New York for city.
> Click here to order your Russian Tourist Invitation online
Note: Russian visas are issued for the duration of time stated on the invitation.
Note: If applying for a three year, multiple entry visa select a single entry invitation. This is all that is required to apply for the three year visa. Also note that three year visa requests can take up to one month to process.

 1.5

Visa Application

The application must be completed using an online wizard provided by the Russian government. This policy was implemented and mandatory as of July 1, 2011. Once completed, print and sign application.

> Click here to complete the Russian visa application
Note: Applicants applying for multiple entry visas must submit two original, signed applications.

Complete the  It's Easy Order Form (PDF). The form gives our company information that is used to help accurately process your visa order.

 1.1

Current Passport

Applicant must submit their current passport. Russia visas are stamped into a passport, therefore the the original passport is required.
Note: In order to obtain Russia visas, passport must have two (2) blank, facing visa pages(typically the last few pages of the passport are marked "Amendment" and are not valid for visas) and must be valid for at least six months past the date of entry into Russia.  

 1.2

Photo Requirement

Applicant must submit two (2) identical, color, passport style photographs. The photos must be recent and generally should not be the same used for the passport itself. Passport photos can be obtained at most post offices, Kinko's, Walgreens, etc.

 1.3

Proof of Travel

Applicant must submit a computer-generated itinerary from a travel agency or online booking tool (such as e-confirmation from an airline or Travelocity, Orbitz, etc) showing departure from the U.S. and arrival/departure for Russia.

 1.4

Business Cover Letter 

Applicant must submit a Business Cover Letter (BCL) from a U.S. company. The BCL must be an original signed document on company letterhead indicating the date, duration and purpose of travel to Russia, list a contact and address at the host company, and observe moral and financial responsibility for the applicant.

 1.5

Official Invitation

Applicant must submit a certified Russian invitation voucher. These can often be obtained from inviting party in Russia, however may take several weeks to be issued. If applicant does not possess an invitation, one may be ordered using the link below. This service will take your information and payment, process the invitation, and provide it to ItsEasy. This is the easiest and most common way applicants obtain visa invitation vouchers.
When asked for processing location, select USA for Country and New York for city.
Note: When ordering business invitations, an uploaded scan of the information page of the applicants passport is required.
> Click here to order your Russian Business Invitation online
Note: If applicant is submitting their own paper invitation, the original is required. Copies are not accepted.
Note: Russian visas are issued for the duration of time stated on the invitation.
Note: If applying for a three year, multiple entry applicant must provide an original invitation. Also note that three year visa requests can take up to one month or more to process.

 1.6

Visa Application

The application must be completed using an online wizard provided by the Russian government. This policy was implemented and mandatory as of July 1, 2011. Once completed, print and sign application.

> Click here to complete the Russian visa application
Note: Applicants applying for multiple entry visas must submit two original, signed applications.

Complete the  It's Easy Order Form (PDF). The form gives our company information that is used to help accurately process your visa order.