Visa

Please, make a note that to complete the first step you should provide a notarized translation of your education certificate and supplements.

Any foreign students enter Russia with passports and according to their student visas. There is a visa-free regime between Russia and some countries. As a rule, a visa-free period lasts from 1 to 3 months and doesn’t suit for longer stay or permanent living.

The citizens of Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan can enter Russia with internal (national) passports (IDs). The students from other countries, including Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), should have valid international passports. Passport should not expire earlier than 1.5 years after your intended arrival to Russia.

Step 1. Receive an invitation letter from the University

Step 2. Documentation package preparing

After receiving an invitation you should prepare the document package for applying to Embassy (Consulate) of Russia in your country. Here is the list of necessary documents:

• Your valid international passport (original) and a copy of the cover page and biodata page
• A printed copy of an invitation letter to Russia
• Duly filled visa application form (Electronically Filled)
• A photograph 3.5 x 4.5 сm
• HIV negative status certificate
• Notarized parental travel consent for applicants under 18 years
• Please consult with the Russian Embassy (Consulate) in your country on required documentation for your visa application.

Step 3. Applying to Russian embassy (consulate)

With a complete set of documents, proceed to apply for visa through the Embassy (Consulate) of Russia in your country. You will have an interview thereafter and pay for the student visa. Processing period of student visa ranges between 2-3 weeks.

Educational visa validity

Initial student visa is valid for 3 months.
Student visa allows international students of degree programs to work part-time and full-time. To get more information visit Internship and Work.