Russian Consulate General in Istanbul , Turkey

You will find information such as contact info, email, website address, opening hours and direction to the Russian Consulate General in Istanbul . The Embassy helps the government of Russia to maintain cordial economic, political, cultural, social and other transnational ties with the government of Turkey.


Head of Mission :
Mr Andrey Podelyshev, Consul General

Consular Services
Consulate services including visa, passport, document legalization, emergency travel document and assistance, and so on are provided by the embassy and/or consulate. Be sure to contact them ahead on how to book an appointment or be properly directed.

Appointment booking can be done via phone call during the official opening hours. The consulate may have dedicated support for Russia in Turkey, or prioritize their appointments

Visa and Passport
If you want to know more about the types of Visas for your travel to Russia or more information, you can get more information Russia Visa.

Visa types granted by Russia are;

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Russia Representation in Turkey
Russia is well represented in Turkey by Russian Consulate General in Istanbul and Embassy of Russia in Ankara , Russian Honorary Consulate in Izmir , Russian Consulate General in Antalya , Russian Consulate General in Trabzon . The Russian Embassy is located in the capital city of Turkey and may (may not) provide the same services of the Russian consulate located in another city. It is crucial to call for direction.

Turkey Representation in Russia
Turkey is also well represented in Russia by Turkish Embassy in Moscow , Turkish Consulate General in Kazan , Turkish Consulate General in Novorossiysk , Turkish Consulate General in St. Petersburg . The Turkey Embassy is located in the capital city of Russia and may (may not) provide the same services of the Turkish consulate located in another city. It is crucial to call for direction.

Russia and Turkey Representation in the World
Both countries have good bilateral relationships and they are well represented in different countries around the world. Russia has 304 Embassies and Consulates worldwide while Turkey has 289 Embassies and Consulates worldwide.

Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) disease the Russian Consulate General in Istanbul could have adjusted its office hours or services. Please do confirm personally.

Disclaimer
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The purpose of your intended travel (Tourist, Business, Studies or etc) and other facts will determine what type of visa is required under Russia immigration law. As a visa applicant, you will need to establish that you meet all requirements to receive the category of visa for which you are applying.

Russian other Embassies, Consulates and representations in Turkey

Along with the Russian Consulate General in Istanbul , Russia also has  4  other representations in Turkey as: