Student visa, registration, and the student's right to work: checklist

As a student in Russia, check the visa, post-arrival notifications, extension, and work requirements in order.

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1. Start the invitation process with your university

At your university's request, the Ministry of Internal Affairs issues the invitation; for quota students, ministry instructions are used.

4. Complete migration registration within seven working daysThe university in a dormitory, or the landlord in a rented home, submits the notification of arrival as the host party.
5. Undergo a medical examination within thirty daysForeign nationals staying for more than 90 days undergo an examination at an authorized medical institution; the examination is repeated annually.
6. Have your fingerprints taken within ninety daysThose arriving for more than 90 days for purposes other than work have their fingerprints taken and photograph recorded by the Internal Affairs authorities.

7. Submit your extension documents to the university on timeThe university applies to the Internal Affairs authorities for an extension at least 20 days before your period of stay expires.
8. Consider applying for an РВПОEligible full-time students may apply with an enrollment certificate to the Internal Affairs authority in their region or through Gosuslugi.
9. Check the conditions for workingWork without a permit only under the specified exceptions for vacation periods, outside class hours, and accredited full-time programs.
10. Verify that the employer has submitted the notificationThe employer notifies the Internal Affairs authorities that the contract was concluded and terminated within 3 working days.

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