Ambassador of Australia to the Russian Federation
with non-resident accreditation to the Republics of Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan, the Kyrgyz Republic and Turkmenistan.
His Excellency Mr John Geering
John Geering began his appointment as the Australian Ambassador to Russia in November 2023.
Mr Geering is a senior career officer with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) and was most recently First Assistant Secretary in the Executive Division. He was previously First Assistant Secretary in the Europe and Latin America Division.
Prior to joining DFAT, Mr Geering held a number of senior positions with the Department of Defence and the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet.
Mr Geering holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Sydney and a Master’s degree in Strategic Studies and International Relations from the Australian National University.
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Consular Support and Travel Advice
Do not travel to Russia and Belarus due to the security environment and military conflict with Ukraine. If you’re in Russia or Belarus, leave immediately using the limited commercial options available or private means, if it’s safe to do so. Flight availability could change or be disrupted at short notice. The security situation could deteriorate further with little warning. Remain vigilant and avoid any protests or demonstrations. Our ability to provide consular assistance may be limited. For more information, read the travel advice for Russia and Belarus.
More information is available on our Consular Assistance page.
Invasion of Ukraine by Russia
Australia joins our partners in condemning Russia's unprovoked and unjustified invasion of Ukraine.
The invasion is a breach of international law, including the UN Charter, and the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine.
Australia stands in staunch support of Ukrainians together with the international community, including by imposing coordinated sanctions and measures to inflict a cost to those who bear responsibility, and providing humanitarian assistance to support those in greatest need.
Media releases and statements as well as information on sanctions and Australia’s humanitarian assistance can be found here.
Consular and Passport Updates
URGENT CONSULAR ASSISTANCE
If you require urgent consular assistance during business hours (9am - 5pm Monday to Friday), please contact us on +7 495 956 6070. Contact details of our Honorary Consulates in St Petersburg and Almaty are also available here. Outside business hours, please contact the 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on +61 2 62613305. Please subscribe for updates and monitor our official travel advice on Smartraveller website.
APPLYING FOR A PASSPORT
The Australian Embassy in Moscow can assist Australian citizens with applying for their first Australian passport, renew an expired passport or replace a passport that was lost or stolen.
There are several lodgment options available to eligible applicants located in Russia, Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan or Uzbekistan:
- Digital upload function on the Australian Passport Office website
- Mail-in - for passport renewals only
- In person - by appointment only
Applicants should allow a minimum of six weeks to receive a new passport once payment has been taken.
More information on ldogement options is available on our Passport Services page.
NOTARIAL SERVICES
Explore this page for information about notarial services available through the Australian Embassy in Moscow.
To request a notarial service, please email us at [email protected] attaching the scans/photos of the relevant forms and documents for us review.
Please note that Australian Honorary Consuls delivering consular assistance in St Petersburg and Almaty (Kazakhstan) are NOT permitted to provide notarial services.
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