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Obtaining a Russian international passport through the consulate — online preparationOn the consulate portal, we will prepare an application for obtaining a passport in the required format, provide consultation on the list of documents you have to bring to the consulate, and if necessary, assist you in scheduling an appointment at the consulate.
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At the consulate or embassy of Russia, it is possible to obtain a Russian passport valid for 5 or 10 years.
Read more about how they differ
Processing Times
The official processing times for a passport from the moment documents are submitted to the consulate:
1 month - old-style passport (valid for 5 years) for children under 14
2 months - old-style passport (valid for 5 years) for adults
3 months - new-generation passport (valid for 10 years)
However, at the moment, due to reasons beyond the control of consulates/embassies, the processing time for a passport can be extended to six months or more. Possible delays are associated with the irregular nature of air travel between countries.
These deadlines do not take into account the time it may take to schedule an appointment to submit the documents. Therefore, we recommend starting the process of replacing an expiring passport well in advance.
The process of applying for a foreign passport
Submission of an Application
Describe your situation. Send us the required package of documents and information about your work experience. This can be done both at the stage of submitting an application on the website and after consulting with a lawyer.Filling Out a Passport Application
Our lawyer will contact you, discuss the details, and fill out the online application on the portal of the Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia. You will receive a QR code that you have to take with you to the consulate. The service completion time is 2 business days from the date of payment.Scheduling an appointment at the Consulate
Schedule an appointment at the consulate on your own or with our assistance (according to the selected tariff).Submission of Documents
On the day of the appointment, arrive to the consulate with the package of documents, QR code, and printed application for submitting your passport application.Next →
Necessary documents
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I change my Russian internal passport at the consulate?
No, the Russian internal passport can only be processed and obtained on the territory of Russia in person.
What is the difference between the 5-year and the 10-year passport?
The number of available pages for visas and stamps, the degree of protection, which affects the speed of passing control. In the old-style passport, children can be included. The new-style passport can be obtained as a second one in addition to the existing one. Read more here
Can I simply include my child in my passport instead of applying for a separate one for them?
No, according to the Administrative Regulations of the FMS, which entered into force on April 16, 2010, the inclusion of children's information is only for the purpose of confirming kinship, but it does not allow children to travel abroad using their parents' passport.
How can I include my child in my passport?
Children can only be included in the old-style passport for 5 years during the application process or after it has been issued. For this, additional photos of the child and a birth certificate will be required.
Can I apply for a second passport in addition to the one I already have?
Yes, but the second passport can only be a new-style passport valid for 10 years.
What happens to my old passport when I apply for a new Russian passport?
The previously issued passport remains with you when applying for a new passport. In the case of applying for a replacement of the old one, it is invalidated after receiving the new one. In the case of obtaining an additional passport, it remains valid.
How can I apply for a new Russian passport if my old one has expired and I do not have an internal passport?
In the absence of a valid foreign passport and internal passport, it is necessary to verify the Russian citizenship at the nearest consulate/embassy. The application for a new passport is not accepted until the verification of the applicant's Russian citizenship is completed.
Is a military ID required to obtain a Russian passport?
No, neither a military ID nor a certificate from the military enlistment office nor a military service registration certificate is required to apply for and receive a passport.
I do not have an internal Russian passport, and my foreign passport will soon expire. Can I apply for a new foreign passport at the consulate?
Yes, a Russian citizen located abroad can obtain a new foreign passport based on the valid foreign passport of the Russian Federation.
I do not have an internal Russian passport, but I have an internal passport. Can I apply for a Russian passport?
Yes, a Russian foreign passport can also be obtained based on the internal passport.
I currently reside in Ukraine and my Russian passport is about to expire. Where can I replace it?
At present, the Russian citizens residing in Ukraine can only obtain a Russian passport on the territory of neighboring states bordering Ukraine (or in other states) where Russian consulates operate: Poland, Belarus, etc.
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