Study visa
Study visa is issued for a period no longer than 90 days and is valid for single entry only.
It must be filled out online and printed out double-sided from PDF format. One per person. No blank spaces must be left. If a question does not apply, please type "N/A". If the answer is none, write "None". Kindly ensure that the dates of your entry and exit, as entered in the application form, match with or fall within the period specified in the supporting documents. The form should bear the original signature of applicant made in person in front of the Consulate's representative. Application form of children under 18 must be signed by one of the parents (birth certificate should be presented). Incomplete forms, forms without signature, forms with corrections will be returned to the applicants unprocessed. Please choose "Consulate General of the Russian Federation" from dropdown menu as the place of submission.
- One photograph
size: 3.5 by 4.5 cm, less than 6 months old, in colour, with a light background. The photo must be glued (not stapled or attached using adhesive tape) on the form strictly at reserved place.
- Passport
or other travel document recognized as such in the Russian Federation with at least 2 blank pages for visas. The passport should be submitted in original only and should be valid for at least 18 months after planned arrival date to Russia.
- Letter of invitation
In original only. The letter is issued by local migration office of the Internal Ministry of the Russian Federation either in paper form or in electronic form (received directly by the Consulate).
- HIV Test Certificate
taken from the hospital in last three months. Please find attached the form of certificate. Certificate is not required if the intended stay in Russia is less than 3 months.
Please note! If the applicant is not an Australian citizen, you must additionally provide: A Visa Grant Notice proving that you can stay in Australia longer than 90 days without leaving the country. Depending on national legislation, documentary evidence of continuous stay in Australia for more than 90 days may be a student or work visa, work permit, temporary residence permit, temporary residence permit. Other documents, such as insurance policy, may also be required.
Visa fee payment
Single entry: 120 AUD or 240 AUD (express, if applicable).
Payment is made at the Consulate by card during the application process.