Consular Section Informs
New restrictions on entry to the Russian Federation have been introduced since November 28.
Emergency Response Centre made a decision on November 28 to restrict entry to the Russian Federation for citizens from a number of African states, including South Africa, as well as from Hong Kong.
Regarding the e-visa to Russia.
Due to rising questions, we would like to inform you

The Chechen Republic
Within the framework of the presentation of Russian regions we are happy to introduce the Chechen Republic to our dear visitors. The exposition stand in the Consular Section provides information on the nature of this region, its main tourist attractions, national cuisine and traditions etc.
QR-code for admission to museums, theatres and other places in Russia
Due to multiple requests on how to receive a QR-code in Russia on the basis of being fully vaccinated by foreign vaccines, including the British ones, we would like to draw your attention that the data on foreign vaccines cannot be uploaded on the website Gosuslugi and, thus, do not give the right for a QR-code.
On 4 and 5 November the Consular Section will be closed
Dear visitors! Please be informed that the Consular Section of the Embassy of Russia will be closed on 4 and 5 November for a national holiday.
Transit flights from the UK to Russia
The list of countries, from which it is possible to travel to Russia, has been extended.
Easing of travel restrictions to Russia and the UK
Due to multiple requests we would like to remind

The Republic of Bashkortostan
Within the framework of the presentation of Russian regions we would like to bring to the attention of our visitors an information stand on the Republic of Bashkortostan.
Additional information on the private visa
Applying for a single-, double- or multiple-entry private visa to close relatives of minor Russian nationals is possible upon the submission of an application form of one of the parents (Russian national) on behalf of the child.
Changing operational hours of the Visa Centre in Manchester
Due to the increase of Russian visa applications the Visa Centre in Manchester will extend its working hours from 1 October. Submission of documents will be possible from Monday to Friday between 8.30 and 16.00.