| Visa Type | Purpose | Validity |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist Visa (Single/Double) | Short visits, sightseeing | Up to 30 days |
| Business Visa (Single/Double/Multiple) | Business meetings, conferences | 30 days – 12 months |
| Private Visa | Visiting friends or relatives | Up to 90 days |
| Transit Visa | Passing through Russia to another country | 1–10 days |
| Student Visa | Study in Russian academic institutions | Up to 1 year, extendable |
| Work Visa | Employment in Russia | Single entry to start, then extendable |
| Humanitarian Visa | Cultural, sports, religious, or scientific events | 30 days – 1 year |
| Visa Type | Processing Time | Fee (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Single Entry (Tourist/Private/Business) | Standard (10 working days) | $50–70 |
| Double Entry | Standard | $70–90 |
| Multiple Entry (Business) | Standard | $100–150 |
| Transit Visa (Single) | Standard | $40–60 |
| Urgent Processing (3 days or less) | Available | +$30–80 extra |
🇺🇸 Note: U.S. citizens are charged a flat fee of $160, regardless of visa type.
Nationals of select countries (e.g., Brazil, Venezuela, Serbia, Thailand) may visit Russia visa-free for 15–90 days, depending on bilateral agreements. Always verify eligibility via the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Embassy of the Russian Federation – Islamabad
Website: pakistan.mid.ru
Phone: +92 51 260 0816
Address: Diplomatic Enclave, G-5, Islamabad
Processing Partner: Russian Visa Center (if applicable)