How long is a Russian student visa valid and what documents do I need to apply?
A Russian student visa can last up to 90 days, single or double entry. You need a passport valid six months beyond the visa, the form, a photo, the invitation from the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MVD), an HIV certificate (for multiple-entry visas) and insurance covering your whole stay.
A Russian student visa can be valid for up to 90 days, on single or double entry, matching the dates on your invitation letter. You will need a passport valid for six months beyond the visa, a photo, an invitation issued by the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MVD), an HIV certificate (required for multiple-entry visas) and insurance covering your whole stay.
Visa validity and entry
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Validity | Up to 90 days |
| Entry | Single or double entry, aligned with the invitation letter dates |
| Invitation | Issued by the Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs (MVD) on your host university's application |
Documents to prepare
- Passport valid for at least six months after the visa expires, with a minimum of 2 blank non-consecutive pages.
- Application form from visa.kdmid.ru, with entry and exit dates matching your supporting documents.
- One recent passport-size photo affixed on the form.
- The invitation issued by the Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs (MVD) through your host university.
- HIV test (AIDS) certificate (required for multiple-entry visas) issued within the last three months, valid for 15 to 30 days from the date of application.
- Insurance covering the entire period of stay in Russia, showing your name, policy number, validity period and area of coverage.
My Advice
Match every date across your form and invitation before submitting, since mismatches are an easy way to delay the visa. Time your medical certificate carefully because it has a short validity window.
This information is available on: denmark.kdmid.ru
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