Russia e-Visa for Citizens of Madagascar

Getting a visa for Russia can be done in a few different ways. Citizens of Madagascar may need to fill out a paper visa application at the nearest consulate or embassy. The Russian e-Visa program, which allows foreign nationals to get a visa online, will be expanding throughout 2020 and beyond.

In order to get a visa, you will need to provide personal information as well as submit a payment method to pay for any fees associated with the process.

The Russia e-Visa Program | Common Questions & Answers

Am I allowed to enter Crimea or Ukraine with a Russian e-Visa?

Russia still enforces its visa policy within Crimea, so it is likely that you can travel there. It is recommended to verify with your Russian connections whether or not it is allowed as the state of politics is volatile at the moment.

Traveling to Ukraine requires foreign citizens to follow Ukraine’s visa policy. Use our Visa Checker Tool to see if you are required to get a visa for Ukraine.

Once there, when do I have to exit the Russian Federation with an e-Visa?

The e-Visa program currently allows visa holders to stay in Russia for up to 8 days from the date of entry in the country.

What is the processing time of a Russia e-Visa application?

Usually, it takes no longer than 4 days to receive an e-Visa, but this depends on your visa operator and their e-Visa program requirements.

If I arrive in one region of Russia, will I be allowed to travel to other regions?

It depends on which region you enter and what the specific requirements are for that region according to Russian federal law. Most visas though, are only good to use for the specific region that you chose to travel to.

Is medical insurance a necessity when going to Russia?

Yes. It is required for you to prove you have medical insurance to travel to Russia.

What will I need in order to fill out the Russia e-Visa application?

At the bare minimum, you will need the following documents and information to fill out the online application for a Russian e-Visa:

• Valid Passport - Your passport needs to be valid for a minimum of 6 months from the last day you plan to be in Russia. Have a couple of blank pages for stamping purposes.
• Passport-Style Photo - Colored photos only, white background, ratio of 3.5 x 4.5
• Health Insurance Policy - You will need to prove you have reliable health insurance coverage for the length of your stay.
• Invitation Letter - You should be able to acquire one from the hotel or hostel you are staying in. If you have booked a Russian tour of the region, the tour agency should also be able to provide one. Staying with friends or family? As long as they are Russian citizens currently residing in your region of choice, they can send you an invitation letter also. A PDF version is standard.

When will my e-Visa for Russia cease to be valid?

The Russian e-Visa will expire after 30 days from the date of issuance. This means that you will need to enter Russia with the visa within 30 days from the issuance date or the visa will become invalid.

It is currently required to apply no less than 4 days before you travel to Russia and no more than 20 days before your intended arrival date.

Be sure to plan your trip to Russia within this time frame so you do not make the mistake of allowing your visa to expire before you can use it.

Can you explain the Russia e-Visa program?

In August 2017, the Russian Federation began accepting visa applications online to help streamline their visa program for foreign nationals. This e-Visa program is currently open to citizens of 53 countries looking to travel to specific regions of Russia such as the Far Eastern Federal District, Kaliningrad, Saint Petersburg, and Leningrad Oblast.

Once citizens of Madagascar are allowed to apply for an electronic visa for Russia, it will be released on iVisa’s website. Then we can help you more to figure out the best way to apply.

What kind of entry restrictions does the Russia e-Visa have?

The Russian e-Visa is a single entry visa. So if you exit Russia after using the e-Visa to enter, you will not be allowed back in unless you obtain another visa.

Get a Russia Visa | Citizens of Madagascar

Madagascar citizens who plan to go to Russia will have to get a visa for the specific region you want to visit. If you visit more than one region, you’ll have to get a visa for each respective region. Special permits may be required to enter some cities.

Until the e-Visa application is released for Madagascar residents, you can use the Visa Checker Tool to get your visa for all of your travel needs.

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