Foreign business visitors to Russia normally need a visa arranged in advance through a Russian consulate, or an e-visa where eligible via the MFA consular e-visa portal; confirm your nationality's current category before booking travel.
Estimated cost: Visa fees vary by nationality, entry count, and consulate; verify the current fee with the Russian consulate or e-visa portal before applying.
Processing: Standard consular business visa processing per third-party guidance typically spans several working days before travel; confirm the current schedule with the consulate handling your application.
Applications usually require an invitation from a Russian host, passport validity beyond the stay, and insurance details; start at least 4-6 weeks ahead and keep copies of the invitation and hotel booking for arrival.
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