Student Visa from Kenya to Russian Federation

Student Visa from Kenya to Russian Federation Description

The Russian student visa enables a Kenya citizen to take up a program of study in one of the institutions of learning in Russia.
The Russian student visa is initially valid for 90 days but can be extended to up to one year to cover the duration of the study.
To extend your visa, you have to apply to the local division of the Federal Migration Service of the Russian Federation (FMS of Russia).
Before applying for this visa, ensure that you have been offered admission to the school of your choice in Russia.
The following documents are required during the visa application process:

An official letter from the Russian university, institute or college confirming applicant has been admitted and is allowed to attend lectures.
Previous educational certificates from past institutions attended.
Proof that tuition fees has been paid.
A copy of HIV test result which must be certified at the local office of the secretary of your state and translated into Russian.

Student visa Applicants should have at least 325,425 RUB (USD 5,000) per year to cover all stay expenses in Russia.
If you intend to work part-time as a student, you will require a work permit from the Federal Migration Service (FMS). The cost of a work permit for those on a Russian study visa is RUB 3,500 (USD 60).
Applicants are expected to be of perfect health before coming into Russia. A certified document that shows this must be presented.

A Kenyan passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
Duly completed and signed visa application form.
If the applicant is a minor, the parents/legal guardians have to sign the form.
Passport-size photographs (35 x 45mm) taken in white background.
Travel document.
Proof of financial support.
Proof of accommodation.
Copy of return flight ticket.
Documentation showing applicant’s ties to home country.
Travel medical insurance to cover entire duration of stay.
Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
Copy of travel itinerary.

Validity: More than 90 days
Processing Time: 10 working days
Cost: Not available

Address

Embassy of the Russian Federationin Kenya, P.O Box 30049, Lenana Road, Nairobi, Kenya.

Phone

+254 20 272 8700