Embassy of Russia in the Republic of South Africa

General:

1 Application form completed and signed by applicant with 1 photo (35mm X 45mm, color) attached to the form. Incomplete visa application may result in rejection of documents.
Valid Passport (only in original and valid for at least six months after the last day of the intended stay in Russia). NOTE! Non-south african nationals must submit valid Residence Permit in RSA or copy of RSA ID (RSA passport).
Medical insurance for the period of stay.
Copy of return air ticket.

Tourist Visa (in addition to General):

Confirmation of acceptance issued by the Russian tourist company accredited by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Russia showing the reference number as well as the names of applicants, dates of entry & departure. A hotel booking is not sufficient.
Copy of airway ticket.
Migration card to be obtained on the airplane.

PLEASE NOTE:

Tourist visa cannot be issued for more than 30 days and Application should be submitted not less than 3 days prior to entry into Russia.
For the tourist groups - 10 persons and more - the visa processing requires 14 days.
For cruise tourists in case of staying on board of a ship for not more than 3 days and going sightseeing on a guided tours a visa is not required.

Business Visa (in addition to General):

The original invitation issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or the Ministry of Interior of Russia must be submitted to the Embassy's disposal. A telex confirmation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or its Regional Representatives going directly to the Consular Office is also acceptable.

Visitor's/private Visa (in addition to General):

Inviting person, Russian citizen must appeal to the local representation of the Ministry of Interior in order to organize an official invitation. A foreigner currently residing in Russia appeals to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for the invitation. Only original invitation is accepted when lodging a visa application.

Work visa (in addition to General):

The original invitation issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or the Ministry of Interior of Russia must be submitted to the Embassy's disposal.
In the case of work visa the applicant must adhere to all the above-mentioned requirements PLUS an AIDS test (not older than 3 months) must be provided.

Transit Visa:

Passport (only in original and valid for at least six months after the last day of the intended stay in Russia).
Application form with a photo attached.
Visa of the country of final destination.
Air ticket to Russia and from Russia to the country of final destination.

PLEASE NOTE: Transit visa cannot be issued for more than 3 days.