Student Visa
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 4-20 working days
- Fee
- Approximately $100-$200 USD
- Entry
- Single entry
Initial student visa valid for 90 days, can be extended for one year and renewed throughout studies. CIS country citizens do not need a visa. Requires acceptance from Russian educational institution and HIV test certificate.
Eligibility
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Purpose of visit
For full-time study at accredited Russian educational institutions.
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Age
Must be at least 18 years old for work permit during studies.
Min age: 18
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 18
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Passport-size color photo
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Travel insurance
Coverage area: Valid for Russian Federation; Minimum coverage: $30,000 EUR
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Admission letter
Must be notarized: No; Must be original: Yes; Must show program dates: Yes
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Invitation letter
Host requirements: Official invitation from Russian educational institution
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Medical certificate
Provide medical evidence from a recognised doctor or clinic when the route asks for health confirmation.
Required tests: HIV blood test (taken within 3 months before application); Validity months: 3
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Russian Student Visa Application Form; Form url: https://visa.kdmid.ru/
How to apply
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Document gathering
Obtain admission letter and official invitation from Russian university.
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Online application
Complete student visa application online.
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Appointment booking
Schedule embassy/consulate appointment.
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Document submission
Submit all documents including passport, admission letter, HIV certificate, and insurance.
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Fee payment
Pay student visa fee.
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Processing wait
Wait for visa processing.
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Visa collection
Collect passport with student visa.