Russia Visa Application Form: Step-by-Step Guide to Fill Without Mistakes

Where Do I Get the Russia Visa Application Form?

1. Online (Recommended): Fill out at visa.kdmid.ru. Generates a barcode that speeds up processing.
2. VFS Global Dubai: Download or collect a paper form at Wafi Mall.
3. Through Our Agency: We fill out the form for you based on your documents. Included in visa packages.

Section-by-Section Guide to Filling the Form

Section 1: Personal Information

Full Name:

• Write EXACTLY as it appears in your passport
• Use BLOCK CAPITALS
• Include middle name if in passport
• Common mistake: Writing name in a different order than passport

Date of Birth:

• Format: DD/MM/YYYY
• Common mistake: Using American format MM/DD/YYYY

Place of Birth:

• City and country as shown in passport
• If birthplace country changed names, use name current when you were born
• Common mistake: Using current country name instead of passport entry

Nationality:

• Current nationality as per passport
• Common mistake: Listing UAE as nationality when you're a UAE resident, not citizen

Section 2: Passport Details

Passport Number:

• Copy exactly including any letters
• Common mistake: Confusing 0 (zero) with O (letter), or 1 with I

Date of Issue & Expiry:

• Must have 6+ months validity beyond planned departure from Russia

Section 3: Travel Information

Purpose of Visit: Tourism, Business, Work, Private, or Study Common mistake: Selecting wrong category (invitation must match)

Intended Entry Date: The date you plan to enter Russia Common mistake: Putting today's date instead of travel date

Duration of Stay: Number of days in Russia. Must match invitation letter.

Cities to Visit: List main cities. Must match your invitation/itinerary.

Section 4: Previous Visits & Visas

Previous Russian Visas: List all previous Russian visas (last 10 years)

Visa Refusals: List ANY visa refusals to ANY country Common mistake: Hiding refusals (they can check international databases)

Section 5: Employment & Financial Information

Current Employer: Full company name, job title, company address and phone Common mistake: Using abbreviated company names

Section 6: Accommodation in Russia

Hotel Information: Hotel name, address, and phone number. Must match booking confirmation. Common mistake: Generic hotel description instead of specific details

The 10 Most Common Form Mistakes

1. Name doesn't match passport — Copy exactly, including middle names
2. Wrong date format — Use DD/MM/YYYY consistently
3. Purpose doesn't match invitation — Ensure form matches invitation category
4. Missing previous visas — List all visas even if expired
5. Blank fields — Write N/A if not applicable
6. Passport validity too short — Check before applying
7. Travel dates don't match invitation — Coordinate with invitation issuer
8. Illegible handwriting — Use block capitals or type online
9. Unsigned form — Sign in all required places
10. Photo doesn't match specs — Use 3.5x4.5cm, white background, matte

Tips for Online Form Submission

1. Save frequently — System times out after 30 minutes of inactivity
2. Use a desktop computer — Mobile browsers sometimes have issues
3. Print immediately after completion — Save the barcode page as PDF
4. Don't edit after printing — Handwritten changes invalidate the form
5. Keep the application ID — You'll need it to track your application

Frequently Asked Questions

Can someone else fill the form for me? Yes! We offer form-filling assistance in all visa packages.

What language should I fill the form in? English or Russian. Do not use Arabic.

How long is the completed form valid? 30 days from completion.

Do children need separate forms? Yes, every applicant including infants needs their own form.

Can I save a partially completed form? Yes, the online system lets you save and continue later.

What if travel plans change after submitting? Minor changes don't require a new form. Major changes require reapplication.