From January 1, 2023, international students of full-time study programs of state educational institutions or scientific organizations may obtain a temporary residence permit in the Russian Federation for the purpose of education.
The temporary residence permit is valid for the entire period of study at the university and 180 days after its completion, but only in the region of receipt. It can be extended when transferring to another university or to another program of study. For example, if after completing a bachelor's degree program, you continue on to a master's degree program. RVPO entitles you to free medical care under the obligatory medical insurance.
Required documents:
an application for the issuance of Temporary residence permit
certificate of enrollment (extract from the order or a certificate confirming your studies at SPbPU); IMOP 206 office.
document with the university license
document with university accreditation
results of the medical examination;
notarized translation of passport;
registration form;
original and a copy of the passport;
migration card;
2 photos of 3x4 size;
certificate of no criminal record (only for students with visa entry), this certificate should be ordered in your home country.
a receipt of payment of the state duty\
Important: All documents drawn up in a foreign language must be translated and notarized in the Russian Federation.
Check detailed information on the website of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia.
Processing time is up to 2 months.
You can make an appointment to apply for a residence permit via www.gosuslugi.ru or in person at the Department of Registration of residence permits at 10-12 Krasnogo Tekstilshchikova St., Lit. D (3rd floor).