Why Bangladeshis Visit Russia
Russia offers grand imperial architecture and world-class art — Moscow's Red Square and Kremlin, and St. Petersburg's canals and Hermitage Museum make it a striking, history-rich destination.
রাশিয়া বিশাল রাজকীয় স্থাপত্য এবং বিশ্বমানের শিল্পকলা প্রদান করে — মস্কোর রেড স্কয়ার ও ক্রেমলিন, সেন্ট পিটার্সবার্গের খাল ও হার্মিটেজ মিউজিয়াম।
Visit in June for White Nights in St. Petersburg — near-continuous daylight creates a unique summer festival atmosphere.
জুন মাসে সেন্ট পিটার্সবার্গে হোয়াইট নাইটস দেখতে যান।
Top Attractions & Things To Do
Red Square & Kremlin, Moscow
The heart of Russia — St. Basil's Cathedral, Lenin's Mausoleum, and the seat of government.
Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg
One of the world's largest and oldest art museums, housed in the Winter Palace.
Moscow Metro
Ornate Soviet-era stations that function as underground art galleries.
Peterhof Palace
Grand fountains and gardens known as the "Russian Versailles," near St. Petersburg.
Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood
An iconic onion-domed cathedral in St. Petersburg.
Trans-Siberian Rail Experience
A short segment ride offers a taste of the world's longest railway.
Best Time to Visit & Sample Itinerary
May-September offers milder weather; winter brings dramatic snow scenery but requires heavy cold-weather preparation.
মে-সেপ্টেম্বরে মৃদু আবহাওয়া থাকে; শীতকালে তুষারময় দৃশ্য দেখা যায় তবে ভারী শীতের প্রস্তুতি প্রয়োজন।
Moscow
Red Square, Kremlin, Moscow Metro tour, Gorky Park.
St. Petersburg
High-speed train from Moscow; Hermitage Museum, Peterhof, canal cruise.
Costs & Budget
| Item | Typical Cost |
|---|---|
| Round-trip flight (Dhaka-Moscow) | ৳70,000 - ৳105,000 |
| Mid-range hotel per night | ৳5,500 - ৳11,000 |
| High-speed train Moscow-St. Petersburg | ৳4,000 - ৳8,000 |
| Tourist visa fee | ~USD 80 |
A 7-day Russia trip typically costs ৳110,000-160,000 per person, including flights, hotels, food, and the Moscow-St. Petersburg train.
Visa & Entry — Full Step-by-Step Guide
Visa Type: A tourist visa is required, with a key requirement being a "Tourist Confirmation" document from an authorized Russian travel agency.
Required Documents
- Valid passport with at least two blank pages and six months' validity after visa expiry.
- Completed and signed visa application form.
- One recent passport-size photograph.
- "Tourist Confirmation" and a "Voucher" from a registered Russian tour operator.
- Confirmed return air tickets.
- Proof of financial means for your stay.
Step-by-Step Process
- Arrange a Tourist Confirmation and Voucher through a registered Russian tour operator or hotel.
- Fill out the visa application form online at visa.kdmid.ru, then print and sign it.
- Book an appointment at the Russia Visa Application Centre (VFS Global) in Dhaka.
- Submit your application and documents in person.
- Collect your passport with the visa once processed.
Visa Fee
The standard single-entry tourist visa fee is approximately USD 80, plus VFS Global service charges.
Embassy & VAC in Bangladesh
Embassy of the Russian Federation in Dhaka
House NE(J) 9, Road 79, Gulshan-2, Dhaka-1212
Russia Visa Application Centre (VFS Global)
Delta Life Tower, 4th Floor, Plot #37, Road #90, Gulshan North, Dhaka-1212
Local Tips & Culture
- Arrange your Tourist Confirmation early — it's required before the visa application can proceed.
- The Russian Ruble (RUB) is the local currency; international cards may have limited acceptance, so carry some cash.
- Moscow's high-speed Sapsan train connects to St. Petersburg in about four hours.
- Basic Russian phrases are helpful, as English is less widely spoken outside tourist areas.
- Register your stay if required — hotels typically handle this automatically.
মস্কোর হাই-স্পিড সাপসান ট্রেন প্রায় চার ঘণ্টায় সেন্ট পিটার্সবার্গে পৌঁছায়।
FAQ
What is a Tourist Confirmation? An official document from a registered Russian tour operator confirming your booking — required to apply for the visa.
Is Moscow or St. Petersburg better first? Most itineraries start in Moscow, then take the high-speed train to St. Petersburg.
How many days should I plan? 7 days comfortably covers both major cities.