What types of Russia visas does Sameday process in Los Angeles?

We process Tourist, Business, and Work visas for Russia. We prepare and submit your application, obtain your invitation voucher where needed, and expedite the consulate processing. For a double entry visa include a copy of your hotel booking and ticket for your whole itinerary.

How much does a Russia visa cost at Sameday in Los Angeles?

Consulate fees for up to 30 days single or double entry: Regular $378, 3-day rush $560, 2-day rush $760, same-day $960. 3-year multiple entry $440. Sameday service fee: Regular processing $199, Urgent processing $249. Optional FedEx return shipping from $38.

What documents do I need for a Russia Tourist visa in Los Angeles?

You need a completed online application (we review it with you), a current undamaged US passport with 1 blank page valid 6 months from departure, a copy of valid ID with matching address, valid proof of health insurance for your trip, a copy of your flight itinerary, and an invitation voucher which we obtain for you as part of our service.

What extra documents do I need for a Russia Business visa?

For a Russia Business visa you need everything required for the Tourist visa plus a business letter from your US company on letterhead stating your position, purpose, and duration of visit, and an invitation letter from the Russian company or organization you are visiting. Sameday can obtain the invitation voucher for you if needed.

How fast can Sameday process a Russia visa in Los Angeles?

Consulate rush options: 3-day rush $560, 2-day rush $760, same-day $960. Sameday service fee is $199 for regular processing or $249 for urgent processing. Call (310) 402-1619 for today's exact timeline before you book travel.

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Russia Visa Services in Los Angeles

Sameday Passport & Visa prepares your Russia visa application, obtains the invitation voucher on your behalf, and submits everything to the consulate from the West LA office. Same-day, rush, and regular processing are available depending on your travel date.

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Same-dayConsulate rush available

$378+Consulate fee

IncludedInvitation voucher

3 typesTourist, business, work

Service fee, by speed

Consulate fee and optional FedEx are listed separately below.

Urgent processingMost popular$249

Regular processing$199

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Or see the full fee breakdown and all visa countries.

INCLUDED IN THE SERVICE

Invitation voucher obtained for you

Every Russia tourist visa needs one. There is no need to arrange it separately.

FOUR CONSULATE SPEEDS

Regular through same-day

Each speed carries a different consulate fee. Call before booking travel to confirm today's turnaround.

CHECKED BEFORE SUBMISSION

Against current requirements

Sameday Passport & Visa compares your full package against the consulate requirements before anything is submitted.

INSURANCE VERIFIED

Policy checked at the counter

Your medical insurance is confirmed against the consulate's specifications before submission.

In short

Documents to bring.

Bring these to the Sameday Passport & Visa office or include them in your mail-in package. Your full package is compared against the current consulate requirements before anything is submitted.

Online application completed in full on the Russian consulate portal.
Valid U.S. passport original, undamaged, one blank visa page, signed, valid 6 months past departure.
Valid photo ID with an address matching your application.
Proof of health insurance covering the entire territory of Russia for your full stay.

Applying for a double-entry visa?

Also include a copy of your hotel bookings and flight tickets covering your entire itinerary.

Start here: Russian Consulate Online Application

Complete this in full. Sameday Passport & Visa reviews it with you before anything is printed or submitted to the consulate.

Open the form Russia invitation letter

Important notice to our customers

Sameday Passports and Visa Expedite Services has ONE Los Angeles-area office location only.

Sameday Passport & Visa is not affiliated with any other business using a similar name in the Los Angeles 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 (310) 402-1619 for verification.

Our official location

11022 Santa Monica Blvd.
Suite #100
Los Angeles, CA 90025

Silver Building on the Service Road, opposite the Porsche dealership, next to BevMo!, at Sepulveda & Santa Monica Blvd.

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Directions & parking info

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Tourist visa

Tourist visa, six things to prepare.

Online application

Complete the Russian consulate online form in full. Sameday Passport & Visa reviews it with you before printing and submitting.

Online Application

Valid U.S. passport

Original, undamaged, with at least one blank visa page.

Signed and valid for at least six months past your departure date.

Valid photo ID

Copy of your driver's license or state ID with an address matching your application.

Non-U.S. citizens must also include a copy of their green card or U.S. visa as proof of legal status.

Proof of health insurance

Valid travel or medical insurance covering the full duration of your stay in Russia.

The policy must cover the entire territory of Russia and meet the consulate's minimum coverage amount.

Flight itinerary

A confirmed booking or itinerary showing your entry and exit dates.

Invitation voucher

Sameday Passport & Visa obtains the tourist invitation voucher for you — this is included in the service. No need to arrange it separately.

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Business and work

Business visa and work visa.

Both start with the same application, passport and ID. What differs is the letter and authorization your Russian host or employer must provide.

Business visa, six things to prepare

Online application. Complete the Russian consulate online form in full. Sameday Passport & Visa reviews it with you before submission.
Valid U.S. passport. Original, undamaged, with at least one blank visa page, signed and valid six months past departure.
Valid photo ID. Copy of driver's license or state ID with matching address. Non-U.S. citizens include proof of legal U.S. status.
Business letter from your U.S. employer. On company letterhead, signed by a supervisor, stating your position, the purpose of the visit, and the expected duration.
Invitation from your Russian host. An official invitation letter from the Russian company or organization you are visiting, or Sameday Passport & Visa obtains the invitation voucher for you as part of the service.
Proof of health insurance. Valid travel or medical insurance covering the full duration of your stay and the entire territory of Russia.

Sample Business Letter (PDF)

Work visa, six things to prepare

Online application. Complete the Russian consulate online form in full. Sameday Passport & Visa reviews it with you before submission.
Valid U.S. passport. Original, undamaged, with at least one blank visa page, signed and valid six months past departure.
Valid photo ID. Copy of driver's license or state ID with matching address. Non-U.S. citizens include proof of legal U.S. status.
Employment letter from your Russian employer. On company letterhead, confirming your employment, job title, and the start and end dates of your work period in Russia.
Work permit. Issued by the Russian labor authority, specifically authorizing you to work in Russia for the named employer and role.
Proof of health insurance. Valid travel or medical insurance covering the full duration of your work period and the entire territory of Russia.

A Russia visa package being checked at the Sameday Passport & Visa counter in West Los Angeles — Insurance policies and invitation vouchers are verified at the counter before submission.

Pricing

Fees and processing times.

Your total is the Russian consulate fee plus the Sameday Passport & Visa service fee plus optional FedEx return. The consulate offers four processing speeds — each has a different consulate fee.

Confirm your turnaround before booking travel

Call (310) 402-1619 and Sameday Passport & Visa will confirm today's exact turnaround for your chosen processing speed.

Consulate fee

Single or double entry, up to 30 days.

Sameday Passport & Visa service fee

Choose the speed your travel date needs.

FedEx return

Optional and fully tracked. Choose a service to see the price.

Your estimated total

Consulate fee + Sameday Passport & Visa service fee + FedEx return

$665

Bringing your own prepaid label means no FedEx charge from Sameday Passport & Visa.
Provide a FedEx account number and Sameday Passport & Visa generates the air bill for a flat $5 fee.
The tourist invitation voucher is included in the Sameday Passport & Visa service fee.

Good to know

Common questions about Russia visa applications

Do I need an invitation voucher to get a Russia tourist visa?

Yes. Every Russia tourist visa application requires a valid invitation voucher issued by a registered Russian tour operator or hotel. You do not need to arrange this yourself — obtaining the invitation voucher is included in our service. Bring your passport, ID, and travel dates to our office and we handle the rest.

What health insurance is required for a Russia visa?

Russia requires proof of medical insurance valid for the full duration of your stay and covering the entire territory of Russia. The policy must show a minimum coverage amount. Travel insurance policies that include emergency medical coverage typically satisfy this requirement. Bring your insurance documents to our counter and we will confirm the policy meets the consulate's specifications before submission.

What is the difference between single, double, and multiple entry Russia visas?

A single entry visa allows one entry into Russia. A double entry visa lets you leave and re-enter once — useful if your itinerary crosses into Belarus or another neighboring country. A multiple entry visa (up to 3 years) allows unlimited entries within the validity period. The consulate fee differs for each. Call us at (310) 402-1619 and we will confirm which type fits your itinerary.

How fast can I get a Russia visa from Los Angeles?

The Russian consulate offers four processing speeds: regular (approximately 10 business days), 3-day rush, 2-day rush, and same-day. Each has a different consulate fee — same-day costs $960 in consulate fees alone. Our service fee is $199 for regular or $249 for urgent. Call us at (310) 402-1619 with your travel date and we will confirm which speed is realistic for your timeline.

Can non-U.S. citizens apply for a Russia visa through your Los Angeles office?

Yes, if you are a legal resident of the United States. Bring your valid foreign passport, your U.S. green card or valid U.S. visa as proof of legal status, and all other documents listed for your visa type. Requirements vary by nationality, so call us at (310) 402-1619 before coming in and we will confirm exactly what you need.

Passport not ready for the trip?

A Russia visa is placed in the passport you hold now. If yours expires within six months of departure or has no blank visa page, Sameday Passport & Visa can renew it first and then file the visa against the new book.

Schedule a free consultation

Tell Sameday Passport & Visa about the trip and an agent will call you back with the visa type, the documents, and the fastest option.

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11022 Santa Monica Blvd, Suite 100
West Los Angeles, CA 90025

Mon – Fri7:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Saturday8 AM – 3 PM

Sunday9 AM – 3 PM

Call first and Sameday Passport & Visa will tell you exactly what to bring for your visa type.

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