Basis for the issuance of a visa is an invitation to Russia, which is issued by the Federal Migration Service of the Russian Federation or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation. All invitations are issued by Primorye Film Commission.
The period of receipt of invitations is 5-30 days.
After receiving the invitations you must apply to the consular offices of the Russian Federation in your country to obtain visas. Visas are made within 6-10 days. For urgent visas (for up to 5 days) consular departments may take an additional charge.
Simplified visa regime will work in Vladivostok from august 1, 2017. Foreign citizens can enter Russia via Vladivostok Free Port for an eight-day period, receiving an electronic visa through the Internet.