Private (Family Visit) Visa for Russia — Guide for Algerian Applicants

The private visa allows you to visit family members or friends who are Russian citizens or residents. Your host in Russia must obtain an invitation through their local migration office (territorial division of the MVD). The visa allows stays up to 90 days.

Fees: ~$40-80

Processing time: 5-10 working days

Visa center in Algeria: Russian Embassy Algiers

Step-by-step process

Step 1: Host Gets Invitation & You Apply

Your Russian host goes to their local MVD migration office with their passport and your passport details to request an invitation. Once they receive it, they send it to you, and you apply at the Russian Embassy in Algiers.

Estimated duration: 5-10 working days

Required documents

  • Private invitation letter (from MVD)
  • Valid passport
  • 2 passport photos
  • Health insurance

Tips for Algerian applicants

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