Russian Federation visa requirements for Eritreans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Eritreans visiting Russian Federation

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Russian Visa.

  • A passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended entry  date with 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • A duly completed and signed visa application form. 
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Two identical passport-size photographs (35 x 45mm) taken on a white background.
  • A travel document which includes valid identification. 
  • A proof of financial support is required.
  • A proof of accommodation whether with a host or at a hotel. 
  • A copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country. 
  • Travel medical insurance to cover entire duration of stay.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • A copy of travel itinerary with up-to-date flight exit and entry dates. 

Russian Federation Visa for Eritreans

Facts about Russian Federation

Despite the bureaucracy and occasional discomfort and inconvenience, tourists will find their visit to Russia worthwhile. The hospitality shown by Russians is the first thing that will blow your mind on arrival. Tourists are spoilt for choice of mountains and resorts to go skiing, trekking, and hiking, there is also the option of scaling over an active volcano. The great options available is sure to make you feel like your vacation doesn’t end. Travelers who enjoy the nightlife are sure to relish the experience of the vodka-fueled Russian nightlife.
 
The rich cultural heritage and natural variety in Russia make the country rank among the most popular tourist destinations in the world. The country presently has 23 UNESCO World Heritage Sites and many more which are still in consideration. The country had an all-time high of 33 million foreign tourists in 2013 which made it the seventh-most visited country in Europe and the ninth-most visited in the world.
 
Nationals of CIS (Commonwealth of Independent States) member states, most Latin American countries, Israel, and South Africa can visit Russia without a visa for a period of 90 days. South Koreans can visit without a visa for 60 days while tourists from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Cuba, Laos, Macau, Macedonia, Mongolia, Montenegro, Serbia, Seychelles, and Thailand can visit for 30 days without a visa.

Types of Russian Federation Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 10 days 30 days
Student visa 10 days duration of study

General Requirements for Russian Federation Visa

  • A passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended entry  date with 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • A duly completed and signed visa application form. 
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Two identical passport-size photographs (35 x 45mm) taken on a white background.
  • A travel document which includes valid identification. 
  • A proof of financial support is required.
  • A proof of accommodation whether with a host or at a hotel. 
  • A copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country. 
  • Travel medical insurance to cover entire duration of stay.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
  • A copy of travel itinerary with up-to-date flight exit and entry dates. 
Russian Federation Tourist visa Russian Federation Student visa

Russian Federation Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Russian tourist visa allows tourists  planning to visit Russia for relaxation and recreation
  • The visa can applied on a  single-entry basis. 
  • The   tourist visa is  valid only  for 30 days.
  • Travelers  who intend to gain entry into Russia through a cruise need proof of travel confirmation from a Russian travel company to go ashore.
  • Visitors can visit relatives and friends with visa.
  • Holders of this visa cannot work while in Russia.  
  • A letter of  invitation from a host residing in Russia is needed. If invited by an organization, it is necessary that they must have been registered with the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
  • A cover letter which has the name of the applicant the same way it appears on the passport should be submitted. 
  • As a tourist visa applicant you will need this type of visa; 
  • An original passport with at least 2 blank visa-designated pages (passport must be valid for at least 6 months after intended departure date from Russia).
  • One 35mm x 45 mm passport-size photo signed on the back.
  • A letter from the tour company or cruise line confirming you are travelling with a tour group should be submitted.
  • A confirmation of hotel arrangements from an authorized Russian travel company, or directly from a Russian hotel, should be presented by lone travelers. 
  • Payments during the visa application process should be made by money order or cashier’s check (not cash).
  • Vaccinations against measles, polio, diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis are necessary before you can gain entry into Russia.
  • Photographs and printed matter directed against the Russian Federation is prohibited. 
  • Cats and dogs must be accompanied by an international  veterinary passport or veterinarian health certificate. 
  • Import of local currency(Russian Rouble-RUB) and foreign currencies have no restrictions. 
  • Written declaration is required for import of amounts over 3,000.
  • Travelers caught with the possession of drugs would be prosecuted.
  • Public transport is the best way to get around in most cities, especially the larger ones equipped with a subway system.
  •  Russians certainly don’t drink their tap water. It isn’t uncommon even to open the tap to see some brown water coming out for a little while.
  • Dress code is important especially at theaters and restaurants. 

Russian Federation Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  •  With a student visa, citizens of Eritrea can take up part or full-time courses. 
  • The  student visa  extensions can be made at the  local division of the Federal Migration Service of the Russian Federation (FMS of Russia). 
  • Applicants   must  been offered an admission to the school of your choice in Russia before you are granted a visa.
  • The following documents are required during the visa application process:
  • The Russian university, institute or college has to write an official letter confirming applicant admission. 
  • Previous educational certificates from past institutions attended.
  • A proof that tuition fees has been paid.
  • A copy of HIV test result which must be certified at the local office of the secretary of your state and translated into Russian.
  • Student visa Applicants should have at least 325,425 RUB (USD 5,000) per year to cover all stay expenses in Russia.
  • You will require a work permit from the Federal Migration Service (FMS) if you want to work as a student. The cost of a work permit for those on a Russian study visa is RUB 3,500 (USD 60).
  •  A certified document that shows that the applicants are in prefect shape should  be presented.

Russian Federation Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

40.00 (USD)

Student visa

105.00 (USD)

Russian Federation Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Eritrea

Location

Address

Asmara

Vartiovuorenkatu 2 Asmara Eritrea

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russiaembasy@eol.com.er

(+291) (1) 12-7172

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the standard voltage in Russia?

The standard voltage in Russia is 220 volts. Only applications within this voltage range can be used in Russia.

What is the mode of transportation in Russia?

Russians move around in metro, buses, trolley buses and private-route taxis. 

What is the best time to visit Russia?

The best time to visit Russia is from mid-May through to September. It is cold during May, and more difficult and very few visitors visit; June is a little warmer but still with few visitors.