Travel visa · Invitation voucher included
Russia Visa Services in Chicago, IL
Sameday Passport & Visa prepares and submits your Russia visa, obtains the invitation voucher where needed, and expedites the processing. Tourist, business and work files are all handled from the N Clark Street office in Chicago.
Service fee, by speed
The consulate fee and optional FedEx return are listed separately below.
Or work through the full fee breakdown and all visa countries.
Invitation voucher
Sameday Passport & Visa arranges the invitation voucher as part of the service. Nothing for you to chase in Russia.
Regular to same-day
The consulate offers regular, 3-day, 2-day and same-day processing. Call (708) 360-7277 for today's timeline.
Proof of health insurance
Valid coverage for the trip is submitted with tourist, business and work applications alike.
Online application
The application is completed in full and read back at the Chicago counter before it is submitted.
In short
Everything you bring for your Russia visa.
Sameday Passport & Visa checks every document against the consulate rules before the file is submitted. Each category adds its own paperwork, listed below.
Complete the online application
Complete the online application in full. Sameday Passport & Visa reviews it with you before submission and obtains the invitation voucher where your file needs one.
Before you come in
Chicago office, 432 N Clark Street, Suite 203. Appointments are recommended, walk-ins welcome.
- Mon – Fri 8:30 AM – 5 PM
- Saturday 10 AM – 2 PM
- Sunday closed, phone answered
Applying for a double-entry visa?
Include a copy of the hotel booking and ticket for your whole itinerary. Sameday Passport & Visa checks both against your application dates before the file goes in.
Important notice to our customers
Sameday Passports and Visa Expedite Services has ONE Chicago office location only.
Sameday Passport & Visa is not affiliated with any other business using a similar name in the Chicago area, including businesses appearing under similar names on Google, Google Maps, social media, or online advertisements.
Before making a payment, submitting documents, or visiting an office, please verify that you are contacting us through the official phone number and website listed on this page.
If you are unsure whether you are communicating with Sameday Passports and Visa Expedite Services, please call us directly at (708) 360-7277 for verification.
Our official location
432 N Clark StreetSuite #203
Chicago, IL 60654
Suite 203, one floor up. Call (708) 360-7277 if you need directions from your side of the city.
Verify by phone: (708) 360-7277Directions & parking info
Landmark432 N Clark Street, Suite 203. Take the elevator to the second floor.
How to apply
Tourist visa, everything you bring.
Complete online application
Complete the online application in full. Sameday Passport & Visa reviews it with you before submission.
Valid U.S. passport
- Current, undamaged passport with one blank visa page.
- Signed and valid for six months from your departure date.
Copy of valid identification
- A copy of valid ID with an address matching your application.
- Non-US citizens must include proof of status.
Proof of health insurance
Submit valid proof of health insurance for your trip.
Copy of flight itinerary
Include a copy of your flight itinerary or ticket.
Invitation voucher
Sameday Passport & Visa obtains the invitation voucher for you as part of the service.
Other categories
Business and work visas.
Both start with the completed online application, a valid U.S. passport, a copy of valid identification and proof of health insurance, then add their own letters.
Business visa
- Complete online application — completed in full and reviewed with you before submission.
- Valid U.S. passport — current, undamaged, one blank visa page, signed and valid six months from departure.
- Copy of valid identification — address matching your application. Non-US citizens must include proof of status.
- Business letter — from your U.S. company on letterhead stating your position, purpose and duration of visit.
- Invitation letter — from the Russian company or organization you are visiting, or Sameday Passport & Visa obtains the invitation voucher for you.
- Proof of health insurance — valid coverage for your trip.
Work visa
- Complete online application — completed in full and reviewed with you before submission.
- Valid U.S. passport — current, undamaged, one blank visa page, signed and valid six months from departure.
- Copy of valid identification — address matching your application. Non-US citizens must include proof of status.
- Business letter — from your employer in Russia confirming your employment, position and work period.
- Work permit — issued by Russian authorities authorizing you to work in Russia.
- Proof of health insurance — valid coverage for your trip.
Pricing
Fees and processing times.
Your total is the consulate fee, plus the Sameday Passport & Visa expedite service fee, plus optional FedEx return. Processing times depend on the visa type and consulate — call (708) 360-7277 for today's exact timeline before you travel.
Consulate fee
Up to 30 days, single or double entry.
Sameday Passport & Visa service fee
Choose the speed your travel date needs.
FedEx return
Optional and fully tracked. Your passport comes back with the visa in it.
Consulate fee + Sameday Passport & Visa service fee + FedEx return
What the total covers
- A prepaid return label of your own means no FedEx charge from Sameday Passport & Visa.
- Give a FedEx account number and Sameday Passport & Visa generates the air bill for a flat $5.
- The invitation voucher is obtained by Sameday Passport & Visa as part of the service fee.
- Consulate fees are set by Russia and can change without notice. Call (708) 360-7277 to confirm before you pay.
Good to know
Russia visa questions from Chicago clients
How fast can I get a Russia visa?
What documents do I need for a Russia visa?
Can I walk in to ask about my Russia visa?
Can I apply for a Russia visa by mail?
Do I have to arrange the Russian invitation voucher myself?
Is health insurance required for a Russia visa?
What do I include for a double-entry Russia visa?
Russia wants one blank visa page and six months of validity past departure. If your book falls short, Sameday Passport & Visa can renew it in Chicago first, then file the visa against the new passport.
Schedule a free consultation
Tell the Chicago office about the trip and an agent calls you back with the visa type, the documents and the fastest route.
Walk in today
432 N Clark Street, Suite 203Chicago, IL 60654
Visa photos are taken on site. Bring your insurance proof and itinerary with your passport.
Related services
Other Sameday Passport & Visa services in Chicago.
Other offices
Not in Chicago? Sameday Passport & Visa has eight offices.
Ready to apply for your Russia visa?
Call the Chicago office with your travel date and Sameday Passport & Visa will tell you the visa type, the documents, and the fastest option.