The Chinese government charges a range of visa application fees for Russian applicants, but the costs vary for different types of visas. Single-entry, double-entry, and multiple-entry visas exist, оформить карту атэс catering to individuals and families with different travel requirements.

For traveler visas (L-Visas), the Chinese Embassy or Consulate in Russia imposes the following fees:

- For local nationals, the application fee for a single-entry tourist visa is currently 150 rubles (2.5 USD or 1.3 EUR).
- A single-entry L-Visa is typically valid for a stay of up to 60 days.
- For double-entry tourist visas, the cost is also 100 rubles (1.5 USD or 1.3 EUR), but the total duration of stay is 60 days.
- Multiple-entry tourist visas for Russian families incur a higher cost, with an application fee of 300 rubles for each entry (approximately 3 USD or 2.2 EUR). Families can apply for up to 60 entries.

Business visas (F-Visas) also attract different fees for Russian applicants:

- F-Visas for short-term business stays in China (90 days or less) cost 600 rubles (approximately 13.4 USD or 9.2 EUR) for the application fee per person.
- For longer-term business stays, the application fee is 1,300 rubles for Russian applicants per person (approximately 26.1 USD or 16.3 EUR).
- Any extensions of the business visa also incur additional costs. A single one-day extension costs approximately 320 rubles (5.4 USD or 3.3 EUR) per person, and 10-day extensions cost around 950 rubles (13.4 USD or 7 EUR) per person.

Dependent visas for spouses of Russian nationals working in China or studying abroad also involve varying costs. For instance, the application cost for a dependent visa is the same as that of the main F-Visa applicant, as long as the dependent is a family member.

It is vital for Russian families to consult the official Chinese Embassy website or the Chinese Consulate in Russia for the most up-to-date visa fees and requirements before initiating the visa application process.

Bear in mind that additional costs such as photocopy fees may be incurred depending on the applicant's chosen method of application. While these costs can seem overwhelming, many families find the benefits of traveling to China, whether for education, to be well worth the expenses involved.

Before making your visa application, it is always a good idea to check with the Chinese Embassy or Consulate in Russia, or even consult with a registered travel agency specializing in Chinese visa requirements for the most up-to-date and tailored advice. This can ensure that your family's visa application process is hassle-free.