Lavrov Sergey Viktorovich

Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation

Born in 1950, Russia

1972 – graduated from the USSR Ministry of
Foreign Affairs' Moscow State Institute of
International Relations. Has command of English,
French and Sinhalese.

Started his career in 1972 at the Soviet Embassy
in Sri Lanka.

1976-1981 – worked in the Department of
International Organizations of the USSR Ministry
of Foreign Affairs.

1981-1988 – First Secretary, Counselor and Senior Counselor in the Permanent Representation of the USSR at the UN.

1988-1990 – Deputy Head of the Department of International Economic Relations of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

1990-1992 – Director of the Foreign Ministry's Department of International Organizations and Global Problems.

1992-1994 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation.

1994-2004 – Permanent Representative of the Russian Federation at the United Nations.

Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation since 2004.

Has the rank of the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Russian Federation.

Decorated with government awards.

Married, with one daughter.

Visa Options

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Embassy Visa

Russian Visa (Stamped / Consular Visa) – Requirements & Timeframe

We manage the entire process for you – from documents to visa delivery

1. General Overview

A Russian Embassy visa is a traditional sticker visa placed inside your passport. It allows longer stays (up to 3, 6, or 12 months), multiple entries, and covers purposes such as tourism, business, work, study, or private visits. You never need to visit an embassy or fill out any application yourself – our team prepares, submits, and follows up until the visa is stamped and returned to you.

2. What You Need to Provide to Us (Client’s Requirements)

Original passport
• Must be sent to us (by courier or secure delivery).
• At least 2 blank pages for the visa sticker.
• Valid for minimum 6 months beyond your departure from Russia.
• Not damaged, with intact cover and binding.

One passport‑sized photo
• 35mm x 45mm, color, matte finish.
• White background, full face, no glasses, no headwear (except religious).
• Taken within the last 6 months.

Travel medical insurance• Valid for the entire duration of your intended stay in Russia.
• Minimum coverage €30,000 (approx. 2.5 million RUB).
• If you don’t have a policy, we can arrange one for you.

Basic itinerary & purpose• Planned travel dates (entry and exit).
• Type of visa: tourist, business, private, work, study, or transit.
• First accommodation address in Russia (hotel or host).
• For business visas: company name and position.

Invitation letter (optional – we can obtain for you)• Normally, an invitation from a Russian host or tour operator is required.
• We can prepare and provide the official invitation (Visa Support Letter) on your behalf – no need to contact anyone else.

No embassy appointments, no online forms, no language barriers. You just send us your passport and photo; we handle everything else.

3. What We Do for You (Our Full Service)

• Document review – We check your passport validity, photo quality, and insurance.

• Invitation preparation – We issue the legally required Visa Support Letter (invitation) in your name.

• Application completion – We fill out the entire consular application form using your details.

• Embassy submission – We physically submit your passport and documents to the Russian consulate or authorised visa centre.

• Fee payment – We pay all consular and service fees on your behalf.

• Tracking & follow‑up – We monitor processing and resolve any requests for additional information.

• Visa collection – Once stamped, we collect your passport with the Russian visa sticker.

• Delivery – We return your passport to you via secure courier (or local pickup if preferred).

You receive your passport back with the visa already inside – ready to travel.

4. Processing Timeframe (With Our Handling)

StepEstimated TimeYou send us passport + photoDay 0 (courier transit time may add 1‑2 days)We prepare invitation and applicationWithin 24‑48 hoursWe submit to embassy / visa centreDay 2‑3Standard processing (embassy review)7 – 10 working daysExpress processing (available at extra cost)3 – 5 working daysWe collect and return passport to you1‑2 days courier

Total typical turnaround: 10‑15 calendar days for standard service, or 5‑8 calendar days for express.
Peak seasons (May‑September, December‑January) may add 3‑5 days. We will advise you before booking.

5. Important Visa Conditions & Notes

• Visa validity – Starts on the date you requested (must match the invitation).

• Multiple entries – We can request single, double, or multiple‑entry visas (multiple entries require stronger justification; we will guide you).

• Registration in Russia – Once you arrive, the visa must be registered with migration authorities within 7 days. Hotels do this automatically; for private stays, we can provide instructions.

• No overstaying – Overstaying even one day results in fines, deportation, and a potential entry ban.

• Work / study visas – Require additional documents (work permit, HIV certificate, etc.). We will inform you exactly what is needed and can assist in obtaining those as well.

6. Contact Us to Start Your Embassy Visa Process

We take full responsibility – from invitation letter to stamped passport in your hands.

Email us a scan of your passport (first page) and your photo, along with your travel dates and visa type. We will reply with a checklist, price quote, and shipping instructions.

Need a Russian Embassy Visa? Contact Us

We handle the entire process for you – from invitation letter to the stamped visa in your passport.

Email us at: embassy@russiaevisacheck.com

E-Visa

Russian e‑Visa (Unified Electronic Visa) – Requirements & Timeframe

We handle the entire application on your behalf

1. General Overview

The Russian Unified Electronic Visa (e‑Visa) is a single‑entry digital visa for short stays (up to 16 days). Instead of applying yourself through any government website, our team prepares all documents, fills out the application, and submits it for you. You only provide us with basic information and documents; we take care of the rest. Available to citizens of over 55 eligible countries.

2. What You Need to Provide to Us (Client’s Requirements)

Valid passport (scanned copy)
• Machine‑readable page.
• Valid for at least 6 months from your planned entry date into Russia.
• At least one blank page for entry/exit stamps.

Digital photo• Recent (within 6 months), colour, 35x45 mm.
• White background, full face, no glasses, no headwear.
• JPEG format (we can help adjust if needed).

Basic travel details• Intended entry date into Russia.
• Border crossing point (airport, rail, road, sea checkpoint).
• First night accommodation address (hotel or rental).

Medical insurance• A valid travel medical insurance policy covering Russia for the entire 16‑day stay.
• No minimum amount, but standard international cover (€30,000) is recommended.
• If you don’t have insurance, we can assist in obtaining one.

No invitation letter, no host sponsorship, no embassy visit required. We do everything remotely.

3. What We Do for You (Our Service)

• Document check – We review your passport scan and photo for compliance.

• Application preparation – We complete the entire online application using your details.

• Submission – We submit the application through our authorised channels (not the public portal).

• Follow‑up – We monitor the processing and notify you immediately once approved.

• Delivery – We send you the ready‑to‑print e‑Visa PDF by email.

You never need to touch any government website.

4. Processing Timeframe (With Our Handling)

StepTimeYou send documents to usDay 0We review and prepare applicationWithin 4‑6 hoursWe submit applicationDay 0‑1Processing by Russian authoritiesUp to 4 calendar days (typically 24‑48 hours)You receive approved e‑Visa from usDay 2‑4

Total turnaround from your email to visa in hand: usually 2‑4 calendar days. We recommend contacting us at least 7 days before travel to avoid any rush.

5. Important Conditions (Same as Official e‑Visa)

• Stay limit – Maximum 16 consecutive days in Russia.

• Validity window – The e‑Visa is valid for 60 days from the date of issue; you must enter within that window.

• Single entry only – Once you exit, you cannot re‑enter with the same e‑Visa.

• Permitted purposes – Tourism, business meetings, private visits, conferences. Not allowed for work, study, or long‑term residence.

• Designated entry points – Only specific airports, rail, road, and sea checkpoints accept e‑Visa. We will confirm your chosen border point is eligible.

• No overstaying – Overstay even by one day leads to a 3‑year ban and heavy fines.
  

6. Contact Us to Start Your e‑Visa Application

We prepare everything, submit on your behalf, and keep you updated.

Email us your scanned passport and photo, and tell us your intended travel dates. We will handle the rest.

Need a Russian e-Visa? Contact Us

We handle the entire online application for you – no government portals, no embassy visits.

Email us at:
e-visa@russiaevisacheck.com

Contact

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