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Extension of a Russian study visa. What do international students need to know ?

Extension of a Russian study visa. What do international students need to know ?

To extend the current study visa, foreign students shall submit the following documents to the migration department or  education companies supporting them:
  • valid foreign passport
  • a copy of the migration card
  • a copy of the valid registration
  • 1 color photo 3*4 cm
  • document confirming the payment of state duty (1,600 rubles) for visa extension.
  • a copy of the valid health insurance.

It is worth mentioning that a variety of universities offer a list of licensed insurance companies. In this case, you have to purchase insurance in one of them. Your insurance shall cover the region where your university is located. If you have acquired insurance for the city of Moscow, please note that it will not be valid in the cities of the Moscow region.  For more details, ask your insurance company.

The end date of your current registration shall correspond to the end date of your visa.

ATTENTION! Documents for visa extension shall be submitted 1 month before its expiration date. After receiving a new visa, you have to receive a new registration.