 |

11 May 2008
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Moscow
Posts: 1,117
|
|
I get Annual Multi Entry Business Visas in London - on my 4th now.
In the London Embassy Web sites now you first tell them your citizenship, Visa Type, and Numbers of Entries. You then go on to give them details of you and your Visit. You then download the form which the Computer has completed from the information you gave - which you sign and take along with your other documents.
Apart from the next visit the form asks for the Visas duration so it knows you would want a Multi Entry. Your Inviting Organisation would have said if they are 'hosting' you for one trip, or many.
The final proof that they have the correct Visa in mind is the amount of cash they ask for - check it then. Once they me asked for the fee for a single entry. I pointed out I was applying for a Multi entry and they amended the cash required!
On my last one in March, as with earlier ones, I put down several cities across Rus to justify any documents check ups when wandering about. Never been a problem in 15+ visits.
On entering via Est by motor bike last year the girl just asked why I was not flying as usual! Not wanting to say 'for fun' as it was a Business Visa, I just smiled, shrugged my shoulders and she got on with stamping the Passport, Migration Card and wished me good journey. I like to think she was being friendly and interested in me, rather that protecting her Country from visitors with dubious motives!
Other entry/exit points were no problem - on the spur of the moment I went into Kaliningrad from Coronian Spit (Lithuania) and out the next day into Poland. Kaliningrad was never on any application form. Again - no problem. In fact the Kaliningrad borders worked very well and relatively fast.
|

21 May 2008
|
Registered Users
New on the HUBB
|
|
Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: Kendal
Posts: 6
|
|
Russian Business Visas
Can anyone please tell me a reliable source for the "letter of invitation" needed to apply for the Russian business visas, and how much it would cost?
My current contact has not proved very relaible.
Many thanks
Scottym
|

21 May 2008
|
 |
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: On our bicycles, probably pushing up a hill!
Posts: 435
|
|
Stantours
Quote:
Originally Posted by scottym
Can anyone please tell me a reliable source for the "letter of invitation" needed to apply for the Russian business visas, and how much it would cost?
My current contact has not proved very relaible.
Many thanks
Scottym
|
David Berghof at Stantours. He is very reliable and excellent service.
STANTOURS - Central Asia Travel Resources
We paid approx US$130 (from memory) per multi entry business LOI.
|

21 May 2008
|
 |
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Nov 2004
Location: London / Moscow
Posts: 1,913
|
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by Tony P
I like to think she was being friendly and interested in me, rather that protecting her Country from visitors with dubious motives!
|
Dubious motives???
we should meet again and discuss, Tony
|

21 May 2008
|
Registered Users
Veteran HUBBer
|
|
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Moscow
Posts: 1,117
|
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by colebatch
Dubious motives???
we should meet again and discuss, Tony
|
My dubious motives then were solely towards her. Although very willing to experiment in that department (and regularly given the chance) I am strictly hetero - sorry "sweetie".
Happy to meet again for a  though! I am thinking of riding back that way next month - once the football people have all gone!
|
Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 Registered Users and/or Members and 1 guests)
|
|
Posting Rules
|
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
HTML code is Off
|
|
|
|
Check the RAW segments; Grant, your HU host is on every month!
Episodes below to listen to while you, err, pretend to do something or other...
2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.
"Ultimate global guide for red-blooded bikers planning overseas exploration. Covers choice & preparation of best bike, shipping overseas, baggage design, riding techniques, travel health, visas, documentation, safety and useful addresses." Recommended. (Grant)

Led by special operations veterans, Stanford Medicine affiliated physicians, paramedics and other travel experts, Ripcord is perfect for adventure seekers, climbers, skiers, sports enthusiasts, hunters, international travelers, humanitarian efforts, expeditions and more.
Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance™ combines into a single integrated program the best evacuation and rescue with the premier travel insurance coverages designed for adventurers and travel is covered on motorcycles of all sizes.
(ONLY US RESIDENTS and currently has a limit of 60 days.)
Ripcord Evacuation Insurance is available for ALL nationalities.
What others say about HU...
"This site is the BIBLE for international bike travelers." Greg, Australia
"Thank you! The web site, The travels, The insight, The inspiration, Everything, just thanks." Colin, UK
"My friend and I are planning a trip from Singapore to England... We found (the HU) site invaluable as an aid to planning and have based a lot of our purchases (bikes, riding gear, etc.) on what we have learned from this site." Phil, Australia
"I for one always had an adventurous spirit, but you and Susan lit the fire for my trip and I'll be forever grateful for what you two do to inspire others to just do it." Brent, USA
"Your website is a mecca of valuable information and the (video) series is informative, entertaining, and inspiring!" Jennifer, Canada
"Your worldwide organisation and events are the Go To places to for all serious touring and aspiring touring bikers." Trevor, South Africa
"This is the answer to all my questions." Haydn, Australia
"Keep going the excellent work you are doing for Horizons Unlimited - I love it!" Thomas, Germany
Lots more comments here!

Every book a diary
Every chapter a day
Every day a journey
Refreshingly honest and compelling tales: the hights and lows of a life on the road. Solo, unsupported, budget journeys of discovery.
Authentic, engaging and evocative travel memoirs, overland, around the world and through life.
All 8 books available from the author or as eBooks and audio books
Back Road Map Books and Backroad GPS Maps for all of Canada - a must have!
New to Horizons Unlimited?
New to motorcycle travelling? New to the HU site? Confused? Too many options? It's really very simple - just 4 easy steps!
Horizons Unlimited was founded in 1997 by Grant and Susan Johnson following their journey around the world on a BMW R80G/S.
Read more about Grant & Susan's story
Membership - help keep us going!
Horizons Unlimited is not a big multi-national company, just two people who love motorcycle travel and have grown what started as a hobby in 1997 into a full time job (usually 8-10 hours per day and 7 days a week) and a labour of love. To keep it going and a roof over our heads, we run events all over the world with the help of volunteers; we sell inspirational and informative DVDs; we have a few selected advertisers; and we make a small amount from memberships.
You don't have to be a Member to come to an HU meeting, access the website, or ask questions on the HUBB. What you get for your membership contribution is our sincere gratitude, good karma and knowing that you're helping to keep the motorcycle travel dream alive. Contributing Members and Gold Members do get additional features on the HUBB. Here's a list of all the Member benefits on the HUBB.
|
|
|