UK Standard Visitor Visa for Russian citizens: How to apply

If you’re a Russian citizen planning a trip to the United Kingdom, you’ll need a UK Standard Visitor Visa.

The process may seem complex, but this guide will simplify everything, showing you exactly what you need to get started. You can complete the application directly through our easy-to-use platform, where we handle all the key steps for you.

Do Russian citizens need a visa to visit the UK?

Yes, Russian citizens must apply for a Standard Visitor Visa before entering the UK. The UK doesn’t offer visa-free entry for Russian travelers, so securing this visa is an essential step for your trip.

What is the UK Standard Visitor Visa for Russians?

The UK Standard Visitor Visa allows Russian citizens to enter the United Kingdom for several purposes, including:

• Tourism and leisure

• Business trips such as meetings or conferences

• Short study courses

• Participating in exchange programs

• Private medical care

Please note, this visa does not permit you to work or permanently settle in the UK.

Learn more about the UK Standard Visitor Visa

How long can Russian citizens stay in the UK?

With this visa, Russian citizens can stay in the UK for up to 180 days per visit. It usually allows multiple entries over its duration, so you can return to the UK within the visa’s validity period.

Difficulty rating: Challenging

The application process for the UK Standard Visitor Visa has a difficulty rating of 65/100. It involves filling out 60 questions and submitting 3 main documents, including your Russian passport and recent financial statements.

The rejection rate for this visa stands at 13.64%, meaning that careful attention to detail is important when preparing your application. One of the more difficult questions for Russian applicants is about their immigration status in their country of residence—more than 30 people have had issues answering this.

iVisa pro tip: When answering the question about your immigration status, be sure to provide accurate, detailed information about your legal residence in Russia. This is an important part of the application process, and we can help ensure your response is complete and clear.

UK Standard Visitor Visa eligibility for Russian citizens

To qualify for the UK Standard Visitor Visa, you’ll need to meet a few key requirements:

• Clear purpose of visit: Be prepared to provide a clear reason for your trip—whether for leisure, business, or studies—and submit relevant supporting documents.

• Financial support: You need to demonstrate that you can cover your expenses during your stay in the UK. Bank statements or payslips from the last 3 months typically fulfill this requirement.

• Ties to Russia: You’ll need to show that you have strong reasons to return to Russia after your trip, such as employment, property ownership, or family ties.

What documents are required for the UK Standard Visitor Visa?

When applying, you will need to gather these main documents:

• Valid passport: Your Russian passport should be valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned stay in the UK.

• Visa application form: This form will be filled out online.

• Proof of finances: This can include bank statements from the last three months showing you can cover your trip. If someone else is paying for your trip, you’ll need to provide evidence of their ability to fund your stay.

Additional documents can further support your application, including:

• Travel itinerary: A detailed plan of your activities during your stay in the UK.

• Accommodation proof: Hotel bookings or an invitation letter from your host.

• Proof of employment: If you’re employed, provide a letter from your employer that outlines your job title, salary, and approval for time off.

Additional documents might be requested depending on your situation, such as documents for business visits or legal guardian information when traveling with minors.

How to apply for the UK Standard Visitor Visa in Russia

Our step-by-step application process simplifies everything:

• Step 1: Enter your personal and travel information on our website or the iVisa app. Make sure everything is accurate to avoid delays.

• Step 2: Pay the visa and service fees using a credit card, PayPal, or Venmo.

• Step 3: Fill out the rest of the visa application, upload your required documents, and submit. Our team will review your submission and book your visa appointment.

• Step 4: Head to your visa appointment to provide your biometric data and submit your application.

You’ll be notified when your passport is ready for collection. If your application is successful, the visa will be affixed to your passport.

Why apply with us?

We’ve helped thousands of travelers complete their visa applications successfully. Applying with us gives you several advantages:

• Higher approval chances: We review your application to help reduce errors, which can significantly increase the likelihood of approval.

• Complete at your pace: You can save your application progress and return to it later if needed.

• Appointment scheduling: We take care of booking your visa appointment so you can focus on preparing your documents.

• Expert support: Our team will assist you throughout the process, addressing any questions or concerns you may have.

• Order tracking: Stay up to date with real-time tracking through your iVisa account.

”I found the application process for the UK visa to be much easier with iVisa’s guidance. Their support helped me get everything done without any issues." — Maria, Russia

Need more information about the UK Visitor Visa?

For more details about the UK Standard Visitor Visa or other visa requirements, feel free to reach out to our customer service team via WhatsApp or iVisa chat. We’re always ready to help you with your application.