Latest Information on Russian Visas and Flights to Russia

Latest Information on Russian Visas and Flights to Russia

Aeroflot airlines have resumed flights to Russia from 1^st of August.

There will be one flight per day and two flights on Saturday from London to Russia. Flights timetable is constantly changing so we highly recommend visiting www.aeroflot.ru for the most up to date information. Once you are on board, you will require to fill out a special questionnaire.

Who is eligible to enter Russia?

• UK passport holders can enter Russia if they have a valid Russian visa. Please note, a printed medical document (in English or Russian), confirming a negative PCR test for COVID-19, at the check-in and then at the border of the Russian Federation is required. If you do not hold a confirmation for negative COVID-19, you will not be allowed to board.
• NON-UK passport holders who have a a valid UK visa, official residence permit or blue residency card (for European Union passport holders – an official document, issued by the Home Office and certified by a notary confirming their residence is required).

Do I have to self-isolate for 14 days after arriving to Russia?

• Self-isolation is not required once you arrive to Russia.
• Please note, quarantine is still in place for arrivals to Russia who are planning to work there permanently.

How to apply for a Russian visa during COVID-19 pandemic?

• Please contact Intelvisa team for visa support documents and visa procurement services.
• Please note, biometrics are still required to obtain Russian visa.
• Everyone must wear a mask when at the visa centre.
• For the time being, Manchester visa office is closed. In order to apply for a Russian visa, please contact Intelvisa to arrange an appointment either in Edinburgh or London visa centre.
• Please note, it currently takes a month for a multiple business invitation to arrive. Please plan your trip to Russia in advance.
• If you have an urgent business trip, a special-aim visa can be arranged in one working day.
• Current processing times: Edinburgh visa centre – standard: one week, express – 1 day; London visa centre – standard: one month, express – 3 working days.

Intelvisa contact details:

info@intelvisa.co.uk

Tel: +44 (0) 203 582 8008

What is the Purpose of your Trip?

On 30^th June 2018 Russian Authorities have introduced new stricter controls to ensure travellers entering Russia on visas do not exceed the terms of the visa or overstay in Russia past the date of validity. New measures involve fines of up to ₽ 500 000 (£6000).

It is of utmost importance that you consult Intervisa regarding the purpose of your visa and if you may require to stay in Russia longer than planned. Our Visa Administrators will be happy to advise you regarding which visa you should apply for and help with the application process.

For business clients unable to apply for a regular “Business Visa”, we can still offer “Special Aim” visa for any urgent business needs in Russia.

Travel Visa Updates – June 2018

Dear colleagues and clients,

Please note number of changes that have recently came to effect in regards to visa applications:

Russia: Russian Visa Centre in Manchester, UK has moved to a new office at 53 Fountain Street (Regus Business Centre), Manchester, M2 2AN. Please ensure that you attend this office for Russian Visa application submission in Manchester.

Russia: Furthermore, Russian Visa Centre in Manchester has introduced 4 working days express visa processing along with their pre-existing up to 20 working days standard processing.

China: Applicants, who are aged between 14 to 70 inclusive applying for Chinese resident visa (D), work visa(Z), long-term study for over 180 days(X1), Visiting family members or family reunion for more than 180 days (S1or Q1), resident journalist visa(J1), or 5-10 years visa, are required to submit the application in person at the Visa Application Centre.

Please contact Intelvisa regarding your future visa application.

Arsenal FC take on CSKA Moscow

Arsenal FC take on CSKA Moscow in the second leg of their UEFA Europa League quarter-final tie in Moscow on Thursday 12 April 2018. If you’re planning to travel to Russia for the match, contact us ASAP to get your visa in time:

+44 (0) 203 582 8008

info@intelvisa.co.uk

Before you travel to Russia make sure that you are aware of the terms and conditions attached to your visa for both entry and exit. Overstaying your visa can result in a delay to your departure from Russia, fines, court hearings, and possible deportation and a ban from entering Russia in the future. If you need an extension, you should arrange this before your visa expires.

Your passport should be valid for a minimum period of 6 months after the expiry date of your visa.

All foreign nationals entering Russia must sign a migration card, which is produced at passport control in the airports. The card is in two identical parts. One part will be retained by the Immigration Officer on arrival. You should keep the other part with your passport; you will need it when you leave Russia.

Important Russian Visa Updates

Effective immediately, Russian Embassy in London has extended processing times for all Russian visa applications.

The standard service has been increased from 5 to up to 20 working days and express service has been increased from 1 to 3 working days.

Visa Centre in Manchester is still only able to process standard applications that will take up to 20 working days.

For the time being, applications submitted at Russian Visa Centre in Edinburgh remain unaffected.

Please note if you cannot leave your passport at the Embassy for processing for a month you will need to select express visa processing option. Intelvisa specialise in urgent business and tourist visas and can arrange all documents for you in as little as 1 working day.

Call us today for more information: +44 (0) 203 582 8008

Corporate Discounts for Oil and Gas International Events

Planning to attend international exhibitions in Oil and Gas sector?

Contact us today to arrange your travel visas in advance.

10-11^th September 2018, Shanghai, China

International Conference Oil and Gas Field Services in Russia

17 Oct 2018, Moscow, Russia

PETROTECH 2018

1^st Dec 2018, New Delhi, India

19th China International Offshore Oil & Gas Exhibition (CIOOE 2019)

March 2019, Beijing, China

26th International Caspian Oil and Gas Exhibition 2019

May 2019, Baku, Azerbaijan

To secure your registration and participation in one of the global Oil and Gas events call us on 0203 582 8008 or email info@intelvisa.co.uk and quote  “Oil and Gas Visa” to claim your exclusive offer.

Corporate Discounts

Intelvisa offer electronic hassle-free travel visa packages for several international conferences, tradefairs and networking events around the globe. Contact us today to find out how we can help to arrange travel visas for your company.

Algeria, Bangladesh and Burkina Faso Exclusive Visa Offers

Business and Tourist Visa Handling Service

Our services continue to expand, we offer exclusive visa packages to Algeria, Bangladesh and Burkina Faso.

Please get in touch for a hassle free visa to your chosen destination.

Intelvisa Customer Services:

Zenit St. Petersburg vs Celtic

Zenit St. Petersburg vs Celtic

6:00pm Thursday 22nd February

Krestovsky Stadium, St Petersburg

Hassle Free Electronic Visa Packages

0131 667 2303

edinburgh@intelvisa.co.uk

103 St Leonard’s Street Edinburgh EH89QY

www.intelvisa.com

Call us today to get your visa on time

Nigeria Introduces Biometrics

As of Thursday 14 September, the Embassy of Nigeria requires that all individuals applying for a Nigeria visa in the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland provide biometric data, specifically fingerprints, as part of the visa application process. To facilitate this, applicants will be required to appear in person at the Visa Application Centre in London or Leicester.

It is now even more imperative that the application, supporting documents and payment be in complete conformance to consular requirements so as to avoid the potential rejection and thus avoid subsequent visits, costs and inconvenience. To this end, we are enhancing our service offering to support applicants with a fully comprehensive service to ensure documents are correctly checked and verified prior to the application being submitted to the Visa Application Centre.

Intervisa will provide the following:

Provision of application forms, requirements and instructions on how to obtain your necessary visa

Quality checking of your application and supporting materials to ensure it is complete, and minimising the risk of refusal at the Embassy

Provision of the compulsory appointment for your documents to be submitted to the Visa Application Centre

Meet and Greet at the Visa Application Centre with all required documents and support with the collection of your biometric data

Assistance with payment of all visa submission fees on the applicant’s behalf and consolidation of these fees within our invoicing and reporting.

Collection of the completed passport and visa and secure delivery back to the applicant via their chosen delivery method.

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International Education Industry PROFESSIONALS

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“I have been using Intelvisa for 3 years and couldn’t recommend them enough. Due to my busy schedule I often have last minute visa requests and Intelvisa staff have always been quick and efficient to get my passport back in time. Very reliable and personalised service.”                                           Michael Lawson, Regional Director from Shorelight Education

Intervisa in association with Pie News are offering you a free Lonely Planet guide of your choice with every visa order. 

Intervisa have been specialising in visa procurement for international education professionals since 1999. Whether you need an urgent single entry visa to Nigeria or require to renew your Russian business visa – we are always ready to help.

All corporate and government organisations in education industry, regardless their size, receive the following services:

• Electronic Visa Packages 
• Dedicated Visa Account Manager
• Worldwide visa procurement assistance
• Training of your in-house personnel dealing with travel arrangements
• Assistance and advise in the preparation of all visa application documents
• Checking your visa application documents to any country in the world
• Same day visa application processing and submission
• Express document delivery to any UK destination and abroad
• Airport document delivery and collection
• Visa expiry reminders

Call us today: +44 (0) 131 667 2303 or email info@intelvisa.co.uk and quote The Pie News