Russian Visas & Permits

Expat Guide

Russian Visas & Permits

One of the first things an expat must do when moving to Russia is determining which type of Russian visa to get. Read our guides to Russian visas, immigration regulations and residence permits.

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A guide to Russian visas

 To move to Russia you are likely to need to complete a Russian visa application form. This guide will provide you with advice on which Russian visa to apply for,...
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Moving to Russia on a family reunion visa or a Russian spouse visa

 Learn more about the family reunion visa in Russia, the Russian spouse visa and the Russian visa for foreign spouses, along with how to contact the Russian visa application centre,...
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Applying for a Russian student visa: Requirements, costs and processing time

 Find out the Russian student visa requirements for foreign students wishing to study in Russia, plus information on Russian student visa costs, processing time and application forms.
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Moving to Moscow: Russian migration policy

 If you’re moving to Moscow, here is a selection of government information on Russia’s migration policy, including useful terms to understand the Russian visa process.