Visa & Entry Requirements by Country in Krasnodar, Russia

1. Russian Tourist Visa

A visa required for most travelers to Russia. It allows stays of up to 30 days in Krasnodar.

Application Process: Applications can be made at the Russian Embassy or a visa center in your home country.
Validity Period: The validity period can range from 30 days up to 3 years, depending on your nationality and other factors.
Single or Multiple Entry: Some visas allow single entry, while others allow multiple entries within the validity period.

A special visa for fans attending the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. It allowed stays of up to 11 days.

Limited Validity: Valid only during the dates specified for the World Cup.
Ticket Requirement: Required a ticket for a Soccer World Cup match to be presented at the Russian Consulate.
Multiple Entry: Allowed multiple entries into Russia during the validity period.

An electronic visa available to citizens of certain countries. It allows stays of up to 8 days in Krasnodar.

Online Application: Application can be made and paid for online.
Processing Time: Usually processed within 4 calendar days after the application is submitted.
Single Entry: Allows a single entry into Russia during the validity period.

A visa for travelers intending to engage in business activities in Krasnodar. It allows stays of up to 3 years.

Invitation Letter: Requires an invitation letter from a Russian organization.
Validity Period: The validity period can range from 1 year up to 3 years, depending on your nationality and other factors.
Single or Multiple Entry: Some visas allow single entry, while others allow multiple entries within the validity period.

A visa for individuals intending to work in Krasnodar. It allows stays of up to 3 years.

Employment Contract: Requires an employment contract with a Russian employer.
Work Permit: Requires a work permit from the Russian Ministry of Labor.
Validity Period: The validity period can range from 1 year up to 3 years, depending on your nationality and other factors.

A visa required for travelers passing through Krasnodar airport en route to another country.

Validity Period: The validity period is usually up to 5 days.
Transit through Krasnodar Airport: Only applies for travelers transiting through Krasnodar airport.
Single Entry: Allows a single entry into Russia during the validity period.

Citizens of some former Soviet Union countries do not need a visa to enter Krasnodar.

CIS Citizenship: Applies only to citizens of CIS countries.
No Visa Required: No visa is required for stays of up to 90 days within a 180-day period.
Multiple Entry: Allows multiple entries into Russia during the validity period.

A document required for some tourist visas. It confirms hotel reservations and tour itinerary.

Hotel Reservations: Requires confirmed hotel reservations.
Tour Itinerary: Requires a detailed itinerary of your travels within Russia.
Validity Period: The validity period is usually the same as your visa validity.

A document issued upon arrival in Krasnodar. It serves as a registration of your stay.

Upon Arrival: Issued upon arrival at the airport or border checkpoint.
Registration Requirement: Required for registration of your stay in Krasnodar.
Return or Extension: Must be returned upon departure or extended if you intend to stay longer.

The process of registering your address in Krasnodar within 7 working days of arrival.

Address Registration: Ensures that you are legally registered at your address.
Time Limit: Must be done within 7 working days of arrival.
Fines for Non-Compliance: Non-compliance may result in fines or other penalties.

Proof of health insurance coverage is required for some visa applications.

Coverage Level: Requires minimum coverage of €30,000 ($34,650) for emergency medical treatment.
Insurance Validity Period: The insurance must be valid for the entire duration of your stay in Russia.
Submission Requirement: Must be submitted with your visa application.

A document issued by a Russian entity inviting you to Krasnodar. It's required for some visa applications.

Russian Entity: Issued by a hotel, tour operator, or Russian employer.
Content Requirements: Must contain specific information such as your name, passport details, and purpose of visit.
Validity Period: The validity period is usually the same as your visa validity.

The process of extending your visa if you wish to stay longer in Krasnodar.

Grounds for Extension: Can be granted for various reasons such as force majeure, illness, or unforeseen circumstances.
Application Process: Applications are made at the Federal Migration Service (FMS) office in Krasnodar.
Extension Duration: Extensions can be granted for periods of up to 3 months.

A document issued by a Russian entity to support your visa application. It's required for some visa applications.

Russian Entity: Issued by a hotel, tour operator, or Russian employer.
Content Requirements: Must contain specific information such as your name, passport details, and purpose of visit.
Validity Period: The validity period is usually the same as your visa validity.

Allows travelers on cruise ships to visit Krasnodar without a visa for up to 72 hours.

Cruise Ship Travel: Applies only to passengers traveling by cruise ship.
Port of Call: Only applies when the port of call is in Krasnodar.
Stays Under 72 Hours: Allows stays of up to 72 hours within a 14-day period.