Consulate of the United States

Lincoln Essay Contest 2009
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Ambassador Beyrle's Visit to St Petersburg (February 19-20, 2009)
During his visit to Saint Petersburg Ambassador Beyrle opened a major American Art Exhibit at the Russian Museum and spoke to over 250 students and faculty at St. Petersburg State University’s Law Faculty. Speech (in Russian)

Ambassador John Beyrle on Popular Russian News Talk Show
Ambassador John Beyrle appeared on “Posner”, a highly respected news interview and talk show. During the interview, he gave Russian TV audiences an in-depth look at the U.S.-Russian relationship as well as the American position on some of the controversial topics of the day, including Georgia and Ukraine.

Blogs at America.gov: “Obama Today”
“Obama Today” will follow President Obama’s initiatives and policy directions. We encourage you to share your thoughts on the president’s job.

For All Visa Applicants
The Consulate urges all visa applicants to plan ahead, check wait times, and make an appointment for an interview as soon as they have a plan for travel. Expedited appointments are available ONLY in the most emergency situations. Students (those applying for F or...

Fingerprint Re-use/Appearance Waiver
Starting in November 2008, any person renewing a B1, B2, or B1/B2 visa issued in Russia on or after 06 November 2007 with an expiration date within the last 12 months, may qualify for a waiver of personal appearance at the Consulate.

For Applicants with Scientific Backgrounds
All applicants with scientific backgrounds regardless of purpose of travel and those planning to attend scientific conferences or meetings, participate in scientific research or post-graduate studies, or engage in scientific employment are requested to complete...

Electronic Visa Application Form DS-156
Effective September 01, 2008, the U.S. Consulate General in St. Petersburg requires that all applications for nonimmigrant visas be prepared using the Electronic Visa Application Form (EVAF).

Group Applications
If you plan to travel as part of a large group, the organizer is welcome to contact us for more information via e-mail visastpete@state.gov. Please be sure to provide the number of people in your group and the purpose of your travel.