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Hello....Is it necessary to get an invitation when traveling into Russia together with a Russian friend and staying at this friend's apartment? I raise the question because WTR says "individuals& ...

Expat,

You are the voice of logic and reason and I don't take what you say lightly. I will be in Russia for a total of 5 days and having a car will help me make the most of my time there as opp ...

I've got my international driving permit. Has anyone else rented a car in Moscow with a regular tourist visa? Any problems?

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Has anyone applied and received one of these visas? I applied for a tourist visa, and I intended on renting a car, but now I'm told I should have applied for a Auto Tourist Visa. Is a Auto Tourist Vis ...

It's good to know that I have that extra day. Thank you.

I am traveling 04 November till 09 November. If my flight gets delayed until the 10TH, will there be a problem if I go beyond the listed departure date on the visa?

On the visa application I am asked for the dates of entry and departure. I have read it's a good idea to have a few extra days on your visa in case one's flight is delay into the next day. If the appl ...

Thanks for your input. Now I know more then one person has passed the test. I would like to apply for 2 separate tourist visas because they are processed quicker and less is required (HIV test, cover ...

I will be traveling to Russia in November and then again in March of next year. There is a space of 4 months between trips. I appreciate your post, and you sharing your experience with the board, but ...