New consular fee rates for expedited processing of certain visas for entry into Russia took effect on Oct. 14, 2026. The changes were approved by Russian government decree No. 1292 dated Oct. 2, 2026, amending decree No. 889 dated Nov. 11, 2010, the Russian Embassy in Turkmenistan announced the changes on its official website.
Under the decree, consular fees for expedited visa processing within three business days doubled. The changes apply to private, business, humanitarian and tourist visas, as well as work visas and visas for obtaining temporary residence permits. Ordinary student and transit visas are not affected.
Under the standard procedure, a single-entry private, business or humanitarian visa costs $80, a double-entry visa costs $128, and a multiple-entry visa costs $240. For expedited processing, the fees have risen to $320, $512 and $960, respectively.
A single-entry tourist visa costs $80 under the standard procedure, while a double-entry visa costs $128. For expedited processing, the fees are $320 and $512, respectively. The consular fee for a visa to obtain a temporary residence permit is $160 under the standard procedure and $640 for expedited processing.
Fees for work visas have also increased. Under the standard procedure, a single-entry work visa costs $160, a double-entry visa costs $256, and a multiple-entry visa costs $480. For expedited processing, the respective fees are $640, $1,024 and $1,920.
Other consular fees remain unchanged. The Russian Embassy in Turkmenistan advises applicants to review the current fee schedule in advance and prepare the required amount for payment at the consular section’s cashier. Further information is available on the official website of the Russian Embassy in Turkmenistan.
