Due to international sanctions, most Western insurance companies no longer offer medical coverage in Russia. Therefore, if you’re traveling to Russia, you need insurance from a Russian company. The problem: these insurers do not accept foreign credit cards or PayPal payments.
To solve this, the Russian company
Travel medical insurance accepted by Russian consulates and the Government.
Automatic system in 5 minutes. Just follow two steps: first, enter your travel dates, personal details, and number of travelers; second, pay by card. You’ll receive the insurance by email in a signed and sealed PDF format, ready to attach to your visa application. The insurance costs only €1.5 per day. For example, one week costs €10.5 and 10 days only €15. Much cheaper than Western insurers. You can also cancel the insurance before it becomes effective.
Need help with your travel insurance for Russia? Don’t worry. I work directly with the company that manages these insurance policies, so if any issues arise during the process, I can help you solve them. Contact me through the contact form and include your question. Alternatively, you can reach out directly to the company’s customer service (+7 495 777 3557 – [email protected])
Solidarity Medical Insurance
Coverage: Russian Federation
Travel Medical Insurance Valid for Visa Applications:
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Frequently Asked Questions about Travel Medical Insurance for Russia
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1. Hiring, Modifying, and Canceling the Solidarity Medical Insurance
Find answers to all your questions about how to purchase, modify, or cancel your travel medical insurance for Russia.
Yes, you can cancel the insurance as long as the policy has not yet gone into effect.
You just need to contact Attollo Assistance’s customer support at [email protected]. A representative will process your request and calculate the refund.
The refund is issued within a maximum of 14 days, although it’s usually much faster.
Yes, you can change the policy dates as long as the insurance has not yet gone into effect.
Simply contact Attollo Assistance’s customer support at [email protected].
If the total number of insured days remains the same, you won’t have to pay anything.
If you need to extend the coverage period, a representative will send you a link to pay the difference.
You will receive the policy by email within just a few minutes, in a PDF format that is electronically signed and stamped by Solidarity.
Make sure to also check your spam or promotions folder if it doesn’t appear in your main inbox.
You can see the purchase process explained in this article.
Yes, if you decide to stay in Russia longer than planned, you can purchase a new insurance policy to cover the additional days.
For example, if your original policy covered January 1 to 15 and you extend your stay until the 20th, you can quickly buy another policy for January 16 to 20 through the same platform.
Yes, you can pay with a foreign credit or debit card without any issues: Visa, MasterCard, American Express, JCB, UnionPay, Discover, and Diners Club International are all accepted.
Payment is processed through a secure platform provided by Attollo Assistance.
If your card doesn’t work when trying to make the payment, try using a different one or contact your bank to make sure the transaction isn’t being blocked.
You can also email [email protected] with the type of card you used and your details so they can help resolve the issue.
At the moment, PayPal and bank transfers are not accepted.
2. Medical Coverage and Terms of the Solidarity Insurance Policy
Find out what the travel medical insurance for Russia includes, what exclusions apply, and what to do in case of an emergency.
3. Using Solidarity Medical Insurance to Apply for a Russian Visa
Get answers to your questions about the insurance’s validity for both the eVisa and traditional visa, how many days it should cover, and the requirements it must meet to apply for the visa.
It depends on the type of visa you are applying for:
– Traditional visa (single entry): Consulates usually require that the insurance covers the entire validity period of the visa.
– Multiple-entry visa: It is sufficient for the insurance to cover your first stay in Russia. If you return later, you’ll need to purchase a new policy for each visit.
– Electronic visa (eVisa): The insurance must cover the exact dates of your stay in Russia, with a maximum of 30 days from the date of entry.
It’s always recommended to purchase insurance that covers you from the day of entry until the day of departure from the country.
You can find more detailed information in this article.
Yes, travel medical insurance is mandatory to obtain a Russian visa — both the traditional paper visa and the electronic visa (eVisa) — if you are a citizen of:
– Any European Union country
– Iceland, Norway, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, or Israel
For other nationalities, insurance is not always required, but it is still strongly recommended: medical care in Russia can be expensive, and insurance protects you against unexpected situations for a very low cost.
You can find more information in this article.
In most cases, the digitally signed PDF document is enough:
– For the eVisa, you can simply show the PDF on your phone or bring a printed copy.
– For the traditional visa, most consulates (such as those in the European Union, the UK, the United States, Australia, or South Africa) also accept the PDF without requiring a physical copy.
If you’re unsure, it’s best to check directly with the consulate or visa center where you’ll be submitting your application.
Solidarity medical insurance is valid for applying for any type of Russian visa. You can use it for:
– Tourist visa
– Business visa
– Student visa
– Visa to visit family or friends
– Work visa
– Humanitarian visa
– Visa for highly qualified specialists
– Visa for cultural, scientific, sports, economic, or sociopolitical events
In short, it’s valid for all visas that require mandatory medical insurance.
When filling out your visa application, here is the information you need to provide about your Solidarity insurance:
– Insurance company name: Solidarity
– Policy number: This appears at the top of your insurance document
– Insurance start date: Must exactly match the date shown on your policy
– Insurance end date: Must also match the date on your policy
Make sure to copy the details exactly as they appear in the PDF you receive by email to avoid any errors during the visa processing.
Here’s an example:
Yes, Solidarity medical insurance is 100% valid for both the electronic visa (eVisa) and the traditional paper visa.
It meets all the requirements set by Russian consulates and visa centers: a minimum coverage of €30,000, repatriation, emergency medical assistance, and full validity for your entire stay.
You’ll receive the policy as a digitally signed PDF, ready to attach to your application or present at the border.
The daily insurance policy is designed for a specific trip and only covers the exact dates you select. It’s the ideal option if you’re traveling to Russia just once or for a short period.
The annual insurance plan covers all trips you make within a year. It’s more cost-effective if you plan to travel to Russia multiple times in the next 12 months, since you won’t need to buy a new policy each time.
Both options meet the requirements for the Russian visa — you just need to choose the one that best fits your travel plans.
You can find more information in this article.
