Visa (Russian)
Visa is an official authorization to enter a country. You may not be able to travel to or enter the country if you do not obtain an appropriate visa.
- Execution Duration: Approx. 15 business days for US citizen,Approximately 8 business days
- Fees: Between 600 and 1000 SAR
- Steps
- Requirements
- Should Know
Submit a request from KAUST portal go to GA eservices > Visa Services) > Applying for Visa
Send by UPS (mail carrier) the requirements to GA center
Once the GA representative collect the passport with the visa from the consulate the GA center will send it to your address by the UPS (mail carrier).
Original passport
Copy of passport
Copy of Iqama
Travel medical insurance (Certificate of Membership) from Bupa website.
The applicant Identification certificate from KAUST with color Stating Salary, Iqama number, position and date of hiring/monthly stipend for student.
A copy of Invitation letter for business visa or tourist visa need a copy ( from: Person, Company, or Tourist Voucher from hotel in Russia)
One 3.5 x 4.5 size recent photos with white background (no glasses).
For business or study travel, invitation letter
Fee
600 SAR
675 SAR for Saudi Citizen.
1000 SAR for US Citizens.
800 SAR for Canadian Citizens.
675 SAR for Mexican Citizen.
The requirements and the fees are subject to change at any time.
The Russian consulate works on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday.
Passport must be valid for at least six months and three blank pages