Published on: July 27, 2023 @ 00:39
Reporter: Aniruddha Pal
SPT News: Electronic visa will be launched in Russia from August 1, 2023, so that Indian nationals to apply for their visa quickly and conveniently. The visa would allow entry into the Russian Federation on a guest, business, tourist visit as well as participate in events. The term for issuing a single-entry visa would be no more than four calendar days and the consular fee would be around $40. This is undoubtedly a big news for Indian travelers.
The e-Visa will be valid for 60 days
“This is a great initiative to boost tourism and ensure hassle-free visa for tourists without much documentation. Now, with e-Visa operated by Aeroflot Airlines and direct Delhi-Moscow flights, Russia is more accessible than ever. The e-visa will be valid for 60 days and will allow travelers to stay in Russia for more than 16 days. Explained Mr. Prashant Chowdhury, Managing Director, Salvia Promoters Pvt. Ltd. and representative of the Russian Union of Travel Industry in India.
Some famous places in Russia that will not disappoint you
Russia is one of the most popular countries in the world. With a plethora of culturally and naturally rich destinations, it wouldn’t be wrong to call Russia a tourist destination. Places like Moscow, St. Petersburg, Lake Baikal, Frozen Yakutsk, Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, Sochi, Kizhi Island, Kazan and Vladivostok are some of the famous places in Russia that will not disappoint you. The country is also known for its hospitality and cuisine, making it an ideal holiday destination for Indian travelers.
Indians welcomed
Anil Punjabi, Chairman (East) Travel Agents Federation of India (TAFI), Manav Son Chairman (East) Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI), Amin Azgar President Skull International (Kolkata) all have welcomed this big great news of launching of e-visa to Indian Passport holders by Russia 1 August, 2023 and They said that this would lead to more boost in tourism.
Moscow Tourism organized a road show in Kolkata on April 21 this year. This is their first road-show in Kolkata. Kolkata is a big market in the world of tourism. Travelers are excited about the launch of e-Visa. This time, therefore, the tendency of Indians to travel to Russia is expected to increase.
Published on: July 27, 2023 @ 00:39
