Instruction for Regular Visa Applicants

- Passport 

• Must have at least two blank pages

• Must be valid for at least six months from the intended date of entry (if visa is issued)

• Must be in good condition, without any damage or tampering 

- Digital Photograph 

• Should be in JPEG format

• Should have a white background, No shadows, and No borders

• Should not be more than 3 months old

• Should show full face, front view, and eyes open. 

• Should have a minimum size of 10KB and maximum size of 300KB

• Should have a resolution of 350x350 pixels 

- Application Form 

• Should be filled out online 

• A separate application must be filed for each applicant

• Furnish information exactly as requested

• Verify the application details before submitting the online application

• Use the 'Save' option to save the filled application form for easy retrieval

• Ensure all required fields are filled in

• Ensure there are no errors or discrepancies

• No modifications are allowed after submission

• Keep the Application ID (generated automatically after submitting the online form) for reference

• Print the submitted application

• Should be signed by the applicant 

- Additional Documents 

• May be required depending on the type of visa  applied for 

• Should be in PDF or JPEG format

• Should have a minimum size of 10KB and maximum size of 300KB 

- Application Submission 

• Should take a printout of the online submitted application form.

• Should have all required documents attached.

• Should be submitted within the specified timeframe to avoid any delays.

• Should be submitted in-person at the Consulate’s Consular Wing on a walk-in basis, without appointment.

- Visa fee & Payment 

• Should be made by cash (in Roubles) only 

• Should be paid in full, with no partial payments accepted

• No refund will be provided under any circumstances 

- Interview 

• May be required for certain types of visas

• Should be attended in-person at the Consulate’s Consular wing 

• Should have all required documents and information ready

• Should be prepared to answer questions and provide additional information 

- Processing Time 

• Varies depending on the type of visa

• Should check the status of the application online or through the Indian Mission/Post

• Should not contact the Indian Mission/Post for status updates unless necessary 

- Note

• The Consulate reserves the right to ask for additional documents or information

• The Consulate reserves the right to refuse visa applications without assigning any reason

• Do not confirm travel arrangements until visa approval. The Mission is not responsible for losses due to premature bookings. 

- Important 

• Visa application fees and service charges once paid are non-refundable or transferable under any circumstances.

• Visa validity starts from the date of issue, not from the intended departure date mentioned in the application. 

- Help 

• For any assistance related to Visa applications (under CGI Vladivostok’s Jurisdiction), please send an email to cons.vladi@mea.gov.in 

• Should have all required information and documents ready

• Should be prepared to provide additional information and clarification