Russian
Migration support

Migration support

With a visa
Without a visa
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Invitation
From the University
Find out how to obtain an official letter of invitation for studies from Sechenov University: application procedure, processing times, and required documents.
From the Ministry
Information about the invitation issued by the Russian Ministry of Science and Higher Education: when it is required and how to apply for it.
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Visa application
From the University
How to extend or apply for a student visa through the university: a step-by-step guide.
From the Ministry
When visa extension through the Ministry is required and how to do it correctly.
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RU ID
RU ID
What is a RU ID, why do international students need it, and how to obtain it for a comfortable stay in Russia.
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Life assurance
Medical insurance for international students
Why it’s important to obtain a voluntary health insurance (VHI/DMS) and life insurance policy: tips and estimated costs.
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Fingerprinting
Fingerprinting + Medical Examination
Instructions for submitting fingerprints for foreign nationals: where to complete the procedure and how to prepare.
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Migration registration
First-time migration registration
Everything about initial migration registration: deadlines, required documents, and where to apply.
Re-registration
How to extend your registration and what to do when changing your place of residence: a detailed guide.
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Temporary Residence
TRP-E
What is a Temporary Residence Permit for Educational Purposes (TRP-E) and how to obtain it.
TRP
Temporary Residence Permit (TRP): how it differs from the TRP for Educational Purposes (TRP-E) and what benefits it offers.
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Permanent Residence
PRP
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RU ID
RU ID
What is a RU ID, why do international students need it, and how to obtain it for a comfortable stay in Russia.
2
 
 
Fingerprinting
Fingerprinting + Medical Examination
Instructions for submitting fingerprints for foreign nationals: where to complete the procedure and how to prepare.
3
 
 
Migration registration
First-time migration registration
Everything about initial migration registration: deadlines, required documents, and where to apply.
Re-registration
How to extend your registration and what to do when changing your place of residence: a detailed guide.
4
 
 
Temporary Residence
TRP-E
What is a Temporary Residence Permit for Educational Purposes (TRP-E) and how to obtain it.
TRP
Temporary Residence Permit (TRP): how it differs from the TRP for Educational Purposes (TRP-E) and what benefits it offers.
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Permanent Residence
PRP
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Life assurance
Medical insurance for international students
Why it’s important to obtain a voluntary health insurance (VHI/DMS) and life insurance policy: tips and estimated costs.
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Additional expenses
Cost planning
Your guide to Russia
Read the guide to learn how to set up your home, where to buy groceries, how to manage your daily life, and what you need to know about the laws.
The previous guide
Get to know the university better
Read the following guide to find out where classes are held, how departments are organized, how to communicate with teachers, and what is important to know about the rules of education.
The following guide