On the basis of reciprocity, the U.S. Embassy began charging visa fees on October 1, 1993. The fees for citizens of Russia are equivalent to those charged by Russia to Americans. Since the visa can be machine-read at the port of entry, waiting time to clear airport formalities is reduced. As we are trying to keep the waiting rooms clean for everyone, may we ask that you do not bring gum or beverages into the Embassy. Applying for a US visa in Russia Information sheet prepared by the US consular section in Moscow.
Applications are free.
We ask you to pick up and complete your application before coming to the consular section. You will be asked to fill out question 1 at the time you pick up the application. The form should be typed or completed neatly in block letters in Russian. Everyone in line by 10 a.m. will be interviewed the same day. Those applicants arriving after 10 a.m. will be asked to pick up an application at the information window and apply the following day.