Student visa
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21 Mar 2019
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Student Visa from Kenya to Russian Federation
- 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.
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