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Thanks to the new electronic system, applying for a Russian visa has become much easier and faster than it used to be. The new online application can be completed from anywhere in the world, as long as you have access to a reliable internet connection.
The online visa for Russia require minimal supporting documentation — no need to obtain a letter of invitation from a Russian entity, for example. And the best part is, it only takes a few business days for the Russian authorities to screen the application and make a decision.
However, foreign travelers occasionally see their Russian E-visa application rejected.
If you want to avoid disappointments, there are simple things to watch out for and common mistakes to steer clear of, both during the application and at the Russian border.
Common Mistakes in the Russian Visa Application
The most common reason that E-visa applications are rejected are small mistakes or inconsistencies in the information provided by the traveler.
This is why we have designed our application form to be as straightforward as possible.
That said, you should still take care when filling out your online Russia E-visa form. Double-check all your answers before submitting your application.
Misspellings
You need to take care to avoid typos when entering your details.
The most important thing is that the information on a visa and on the visa holder’s passport needs to be exactly the same.
Some errors leading to rejection are clear spelling mistakes: several German travelers were denied entry into Russia in November 2019 because they confused the number 0 with the letter O in their application.
Foreign characters
Not all alphabets are the same and neither are keyboards.
Visas can get rejected because of diacritical marks like ø, ê, and ç, etc. If your name includes an ü, for example, you should not write it as a normal u in your E-visa application form.
If you enter the wrong character, you may encounter issues during the review and even at the airport if your visa gets accepted.
Double Names
Married applicants should include their spouse’s last name in the application only if this is reflected on their passport. The same goes for hyphened names.
In short, it’s of paramount importance that passport and visa information match exactly.
How We Can Help You Avoid Mistakes in Your Russia E-Visa Application
Usually, 2 pairs of eyes work better than one, especially if you’re trained to double-check applications.
This is why the professional and experienced visa experts at evisasrussia.com can help you to submit a completely error-free application.
We’ll review every single field in your E-visa application form and get in contact directly with you if something doesn’t look right — before it costs you time or money.
Missing or Incorrect Documentation to Support the Russia E-visa Application
It is essential to provide the correct supporting documentation when applying for your E-visa.
Few supporting documents are needed to get the Russia E-visa. Simply upload a copy of your valid passport and a recent passport-size photograph. These must meet the correct criteria, such as your passport being valid for at least 6 months.
Sometimes, the documents are missing from the application. More often, there are issues with documentation, such as:
- Unreadability due to damage or poor-quality copy
- Insufficient validity (the passport must be valid for at least 6 months, for example)
- Missing signatures (for example, on the insurance policy)
- The information included in the documents does not match the one provided in the application form
Our customer service agents will get in touch if something is missing and will advise you on which documents you must provide.
Can eVisa Holders Be Turned Back at the Russian Border?
Having been granted an E-visa (or any visa) is no guarantee of entry. The final decision regarding entry is made by the Russian border control officials. Of course, if your visa and travel documents are in order, you should have no issues.
That’s why it’s of paramount importance that all the information included in your application and supporting documentation is correct. It may happen that an electronic visa is granted and then the traveler is refused entry at the border because of mistakes or information that doesn’t match in all documents.
Can Errors Cause Delays in Getting My Russian E-visa
Errors in the application are the number 1 reason for delays.
If your information is incorrect or documents are missing, your application may be delayed considerably or rejected altogether. This may cause you to be unable to travel to Russia on the dates you had planned.
