# Latest **URL:** https://forum.russiable.com/latest.md?page=11 [Latest](https://forum.russiable.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.russiable.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.russiable.com/tags.md) **Page:** 12 --- ## [Question about eVisa](https://forum.russiable.com/t/question-about-evisa/42)
**Author:** [@Willou87](https://forum.russiable.com/u/Willou87)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2024, 11:06am UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/question-about-evisa/42 "2024-01-02T11:06:42Z")
Hello, I had a very pragmatical question about the Russian eVisa. Is it possible to apply for such eVisa several times within the same year ? More precisely, if we obtain a eVisa and that we leave the country (within t… --- ## [Russian guide pdf](https://forum.russiable.com/t/russian-guide-pdf/41)
**Author:** [@LaurianneZ](https://forum.russiable.com/u/LaurianneZ)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2023, 8:57pm UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/russian-guide-pdf/41 "2023-12-23T20:57:50Z")
Hi Irina! I tried to buy your pdf guide but it keeps saying that it is not currently available for purchase when I open the link… Do you know how I can solve that problem ? --- ## [SMS](https://forum.russiable.com/t/sms/40)
**Author:** [@Lou](https://forum.russiable.com/u/Lou)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2023, 8:54pm UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/sms/40 "2023-12-23T20:54:31Z")
Irina, What is a SMS Notification to be included with payment? Thanks Lou --- ## [Can I enter Rus. before the intended travel dates listed on my visa application?](https://forum.russiable.com/t/can-i-enter-rus-before-the-intended-travel-dates-listed-on-my-visa-application/38)
**Author:** [@Lotto](https://forum.russiable.com/u/Lotto)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2023, 8:53pm UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/can-i-enter-rus-before-the-intended-travel-dates-listed-on-my-visa-application/38 "2023-12-23T20:53:59Z")
I haven’t applied for my visa yet. I have a flight reservation to Russia on February 1st but I would like to change my flight reservation to January 15th if (only if) I get my visa before January 15th. Can this be done? … --- ## [Cost of Visa](https://forum.russiable.com/t/cost-of-visa/39)
**Author:** [@Lou](https://forum.russiable.com/u/Lou)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 20, 2023, 8:26pm UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/cost-of-visa/39 "2023-12-20T20:26:35Z")
It is my understanding that to pay via mail service is $218 for Visa and $38.00 for fee in USD. I had also noticed a post sayting there is an additional fee of $85.00 if completed via mail. The proper amount is $341.00 … --- ## [Visa Support Letter](https://forum.russiable.com/t/visa-support-letter/37)
**Author:** [@Lou](https://forum.russiable.com/u/Lou)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 20, 2023, 8:18pm UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/visa-support-letter/37 "2023-12-20T20:18:44Z")
I tried to gain a visa support letter using a US credit card but when doing so the application told me I needed to contact my banking instituttion. to authorize payment. Calling the bank they said they had no informatio… --- ## [Visa Application and Support Letter Dates](https://forum.russiable.com/t/visa-application-and-support-letter-dates/36)
**Author:** [@Lou](https://forum.russiable.com/u/Lou)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2023, 7:30pm UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/visa-application-and-support-letter-dates/36 "2023-12-18T19:30:48Z")
Q: does my on-line Visa Application Form have to coinside with my travel arrangements of entry of the Offical Russian Tourist Support Letter to travel to Russia? Example: Visa Entry - 9.02.24 - 8.02.27 and Support Lette… --- ## [Estonia Narva crossing - risk of closing border and alternative return?](https://forum.russiable.com/t/estonia-narva-crossing-risk-of-closing-border-and-alternative-return/30)
**Author:** [@kyrie](https://forum.russiable.com/u/kyrie)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2023, 3:35pm UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/estonia-narva-crossing-risk-of-closing-border-and-alternative-return/30 "2023-12-15T15:35:55Z")
There are rumors that Estonia will close the land border crossing to Russia as Finland has done. If we cross from Narva to St Petersburg and then the border is closed, would exceptions be made, or would we have to find a… --- ## [Send Nomad Money Transfer](https://forum.russiable.com/t/send-nomad-money-transfer/35)
**Author:** [@sharb](https://forum.russiable.com/u/sharb)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2023, 3:26pm UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/send-nomad-money-transfer/35 "2023-12-15T15:26:39Z")
SendNomad is no longer working in the USA’ does anyone have other options? --- ## [Visa Support Letter](https://forum.russiable.com/t/visa-support-letter/34)
**Author:** [@Lou](https://forum.russiable.com/u/Lou)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 15, 2023, 1:20pm UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/visa-support-letter/34 "2023-12-15T13:20:02Z")
What is a visa support letter or is it called something different and how to obtain one Thank you for your wonderful support Lou --- ## [New Years celebrations.](https://forum.russiable.com/t/new-years-celebrations/33)
**Author:** [@LaurianneZ](https://forum.russiable.com/u/LaurianneZ)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2023, 5:25pm UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/new-years-celebrations/33 "2023-12-13T17:25:27Z")
Hello Irina, Your blog has been super helpful in planning my trip to Russia! I’m visiting Moscow and St-Petersburg over Christmas and New Years and we read that some big cities have cancelled the celebrations (like in 2… --- ## [Best time to Travel to Russia](https://forum.russiable.com/t/best-time-to-travel-to-russia/29)
**Author:** [@Lou](https://forum.russiable.com/u/Lou)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2023, 1:30pm UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/best-time-to-travel-to-russia/29 "2023-12-12T13:30:03Z")
What is the best time to travel to Russia. May I find winter rates lower than that of spring or summer rates. 2. If traveling in wintere are sites as easily comfortable in cold weather or 3. Should one consider spring or… --- ## [When will the new edition of the Russia Travel Guide be ready?](https://forum.russiable.com/t/when-will-the-new-edition-of-the-russia-travel-guide-be-ready/32)
**Author:** [@Lotto](https://forum.russiable.com/u/Lotto)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2023, 1:28pm UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/when-will-the-new-edition-of-the-russia-travel-guide-be-ready/32 "2023-12-12T13:28:19Z")
I’d like to read the new edition ASAP. --- ## [How to apply for a Russian e-Visa](https://forum.russiable.com/t/how-to-apply-for-a-russian-e-visa/14)
**Author:** [@Irena](https://forum.russiable.com/u/Irena)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 8, 2023, 8:22am UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/how-to-apply-for-a-russian-e-visa/14 "2023-12-08T08:22:45Z")
Obtaining the unified e-visa (or electronic visa) to Russia is very simple and quick: you will only need your passport, travel medical insurance and a digital photo. However, the e-visa can only be requested by some nati… --- ## [What is the quickest way to get a visa?](https://forum.russiable.com/t/what-is-the-quickest-way-to-get-a-visa/24)
**Author:** [@Lotto](https://forum.russiable.com/u/Lotto)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2023, 11:20am UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/what-is-the-quickest-way-to-get-a-visa/24 "2023-12-06T11:20:42Z")
The Russian Vista Centre website says “Please be informed that the processing time of mail-in applications will take up to 3-4 weeks.” This is would put visa approval or denial too close to my travel date. What is a qui… --- ## [Listing a hotel](https://forum.russiable.com/t/listing-a-hotel/28)
**Author:** [@Lou](https://forum.russiable.com/u/Lou)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2023, 11:16am UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/listing-a-hotel/28 "2023-12-06T11:16:48Z")
I am filling out the electronic form for visa. The form asks me details concerning where I will stay and my itinerary. In this respect Moscow in a hotel. Must I fist go on line and find a hotel by which I will be staying… --- ## [Entries](https://forum.russiable.com/t/entries/27)
**Author:** [@Lou](https://forum.russiable.com/u/Lou)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2023, 11:14am UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/entries/27 "2023-12-06T11:14:44Z")
When obtaining a Russian visa I am seeking a 3 year tourist visa. How do I fill out the form when it asks how many entries, single, double or multiple? Thank you for your assistance Lou --- ## [Space Available](https://forum.russiable.com/t/space-available/23)
**Author:** [@Lou](https://forum.russiable.com/u/Lou)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2023, 11:12am UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/space-available/23 "2023-12-06T11:12:32Z")
I fly space available because I am an American Airlines Employee. The most resonable route is from LAX-IST-MOW. It is difficult to show paid ticket reservations because of space availalbe situation meaning I may not be a… --- ## [Russian Consolate visa application - details](https://forum.russiable.com/t/russian-consolate-visa-application-details/26)
**Author:** [@Lou](https://forum.russiable.com/u/Lou)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 5, 2023, 8:30pm UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/russian-consolate-visa-application-details/26 "2023-12-05T20:30:14Z")
I am filling out an online form to the Russian Consolate for a visa. On the form they request infomormation such travel times, flight information, and lodging. I am confused at this time only wishing to obtain a 3 year v… --- ## [VPN Question:](https://forum.russiable.com/t/vpn-question/22)
**Author:** [@Lou](https://forum.russiable.com/u/Lou)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 5, 2023, 1:01pm UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/vpn-question/22 "2023-12-05T13:01:23Z")
I used an American VPN - “BitDefender” will I be able to use this VPN or must I rely on a VPN such as VPN Naoborat? Thank you --- ## [Currency amount](https://forum.russiable.com/t/currency-amount/25)
**Author:** [@Lou](https://forum.russiable.com/u/Lou)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 5, 2023, 9:15am UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/currency-amount/25 "2023-12-05T09:15:22Z")
What is a normal range of currency I wish to take to Russia for expenses other than hotel and flight tickets? --- ## [how to book ballet show tickets before arriving Russia](https://forum.russiable.com/t/how-to-book-ballet-show-tickets-before-arriving-russia/21)
**Author:** [@crinto](https://forum.russiable.com/u/crinto)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 2, 2023, 4:39pm UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/how-to-book-ballet-show-tickets-before-arriving-russia/21 "2023-12-02T16:39:06Z")
Since I don’t have a Russian bank card and Russian phone number，is there a way for foreigners to buy tickets in Petersburg or Moscow？ --- ## [Current situation for traveling to Russia](https://forum.russiable.com/t/current-situation-for-traveling-to-russia/12)
**Author:** [@Irena](https://forum.russiable.com/u/Irena)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 2, 2023, 2:59pm UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/current-situation-for-traveling-to-russia/12 "2023-12-02T14:59:57Z")
Despite international sanctions it is possible to travel to Russia. The consulates issue visas normally and life in Russia is completely normal. However, you should consider the existing limitations when taking flights, … --- ## [Border post between Tallinn and Saint Petersburg](https://forum.russiable.com/t/border-post-between-tallinn-and-saint-petersburg/19)
**Author:** [@Michael78](https://forum.russiable.com/u/Michael78)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 22, 2023, 11:16am UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/border-post-between-tallinn-and-saint-petersburg/19 "2023-11-22T11:16:47Z")
Hello, How long does it take to cross the border between Tallinn and St. Petersburg. In short, go through customs formalities, because I don’t want to miss the plane on the way back. Thanks. --- ## [Flights and buses to travel to Russia in 2023-2024](https://forum.russiable.com/t/flights-and-buses-to-travel-to-russia-in-2023-2024/18)
**Author:** [@Irena](https://forum.russiable.com/u/Irena)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 22, 2023, 11:07am UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/flights-and-buses-to-travel-to-russia-in-2023-2024/18 "2023-11-22T11:07:32Z")
If you are looking for a way to fly to Russia after the international sanctions due to the conflict with Ukraine, in this article I explain the different ways to get to Moscow, St. Petersburg or other cities in Russia, e… --- ## [How to pay in Russia](https://forum.russiable.com/t/how-to-pay-in-russia/16)
**Author:** [@Irena](https://forum.russiable.com/u/Irena)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 22, 2023, 10:57am UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/how-to-pay-in-russia/16 "2023-11-22T10:57:32Z")
In this post I explain the different options you have to pay in Russia today, after payment systems such as Visa, MasterCard, JCB, Maestro or American Express have suspended their operations in Russia. Cash, Chinese Unio… --- ## [How to use a VPN in Russia (free or paid)](https://forum.russiable.com/t/how-to-use-a-vpn-in-russia-free-or-paid/15)
**Author:** [@Irena](https://forum.russiable.com/u/Irena)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 22, 2023, 10:55am UTC](https://forum.russiable.com/t/how-to-use-a-vpn-in-russia-free-or-paid/15 "2023-11-22T10:55:59Z")
In this article, I’ll explain how to access blocked Russian websites if you’re abroad (such as the Russian Railways website RZD.ru) or how to access websites that don’t work in Russia (such as Facebook or Instagram) if y… [Previous page](https://forum.russiable.com/latest.md?page=10)