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Consulate General of Russia in Cape Town, South Africa

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Consulate General of Russia in Cape Town, South Africa, located at 12th Floor, Norton Rose House, 8 Riebeek Street. View a location map, get driving directions or find information about the address, consular services, visa list, upcoming holidays, office hours, and head of mission (HOM).

  • Consulate General Address

    12th Floor, Norton Rose House, 8 Riebeek Street
    Cape Town 8001
    South Africa

  • Telephone

    +27 21 418 36 56, +27 21 418 36 57

  • Fax

    +27 21 419 26 51

  • Email

  • Office Hours

    Wednesday 8:00 AM–12:00 PM, 2:00 PM–5:00 PM
    Thursday 8:00 AM–12:00 PM, 2:00 PM–5:00 PM
    Friday 8:00 AM–2:00 PM
    Saturday Closed
    Sunday Closed
    Monday 8:00 AM–12:00 PM, 2:00 PM–5:00 PM
    Tuesday 8:00 AM–12:00 PM, 2:00 PM–5:00 PM

    Status: 🕒 Closing soon – ⛱️ Youth Day is on Tuesday (in 6 days) and might affect working hours

    🕒 Current time in Cape Town: 11:52 AM, Wednesday June 10, 2026

Location Map

Located at 12th Floor, Norton Rose House, 8 Riebeek Street, the consulate is near key landmarks like Bo-Kaap and Castle of Good Hope. Use the map below for detailed directions and nearby points of interest.

Location map of the Consulate General of Russia in Cape Town, South Africa

Upcoming Holidays

Please note that the Consulate General may be closed on the following holidays. We recommend contacting the Consulate General directly to confirm their operating hours or availability on these dates.

  • Youth Day: June 16 Flag of South Africa
  • National Women’s Day: August 9 to August 10 Flag of South Africa
  • Heritage Day: September 24 Flag of South Africa
  • National Unity Day: November 4 Flag of Russia

Visa Requirements

If you hold a South African passport, you do not need a visa to enter Russia.

Note: Visa requirements are determined by your nationality and the reason for your visit. Exceptions may arise based on the length of stay, specific conditions, or travel purpose.

Common Visa Types

Citizens of qualified countries may be able to travel to Russia without a visa. The most common types of Russia visas are the following.

  • Tourist visa
  • Business visa
  • Work visa
  • Student visa
  • Diplomatic visa
  • Transit visa
  • Private visa
  • Humanitarian visa

Head of Mission

Ruslan Golubovskiy, Consul General

Online Resources

Explore the consulate and the services it offers. Visit their official website or follow them on their social media platforms.

Additional Missions in South Africa

Besides Consulate General of Russia in Cape Town, South Africa, Russia also has 1 representation in the following city of South Africa:


View All Diplomatic Missions of Russia in South Africa

Diplomatic Missions in Neighboring Countries

Explore the diplomatic missions of Russia in neighboring countries or regions of South Africa.

See also

South Africa in Russia

South Africa has 2 representations in the following cities:

Nearby Landmarks

Nearby Airports

  • Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
    (17.17 km away)
    Cape Town
    Get Directions

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This page was last edited on 20 May 2026 at 07:18 AM (EST).

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