
Russia Tourist Visa Application for Pakistani Citizens
Russia Tourist Visa for Pakistani Citizens
Overview
Islamabad Travel & Tours can provide guidance on the Russia tourist visa application process for Pakistani citizens. Please note that Pakistani citizens are currently not eligible for the Russian electronic visa (eVisa). Therefore, a traditional visa application at the Russian Embassy or Consulate is required. We recommend contacting the nearest Russian Embassy or Consulate in Pakistan for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Key Requirements
Our Commitment
Documents Required (General - Subject to Change)
- Passport valid for at least six months after the intended visa expiry date, with at least two blank pages (one two-page opening). The signature or thumb impression of the bearer should be on page 2.
- Completed online visa application form (https://visa.kdmid.ru/), printed and signed.
- Recent passport-sized photograph (3.5 x 4.5 cm) with a white background, glued (not stapled) to the application form. Ensure the photo meets the specified requirements.
- Tourist voucher confirmation – an official invitation from a Russian tour operator (good quality scanned copies are accepted). This must be on the official letterhead with the MBT reference number.
- Hotel accommodation confirmation and confirmation of full payment.
- Copies of air tickets.
- Proof of international health insurance specifically covering travel to Russia for the entire duration of your stay.
- Bank account statement for the last 6 months with a minimum balance (for solo travelers: PKR 1,000,000; for families: PKR 1,500,000) on the bank's letterhead with bank details. Avoid sudden large deposits.
- Police Clearance Certificate.
- Copy of your passport (pages containing photo and address on the same page of an A4 sheet).
- If you have previous passports, submit all of them. If a previous passport was lost, attach an FIR in English.
- For applicants with a name change, provide a copy of the Name Change Application, Name Change Deed, Court Order (if applicable), and Marriage Certificate (if applicable).
- Additional requirements may apply for applicants born in the former USSR or Russia.
Frequently Asked Questions About Russia Tourist Visa for Pakistani Citizens
Yes, Pakistani citizens are required to obtain a visa before traveling to Russia for any purpose, including tourism. Pakistan is not eligible for the Russian e-visa program.
No, unfortunately, Pakistani citizens are not eligible for the Russian electronic visa (eVisa) at this time. You must apply for a traditional visa at a Russian consulate or visa center in person.