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LOCAL KNOWLEDGE, HUMAN SUPPORT
Find your next
chapter in Russia.
A new city can feel like a lot. We’ll help you navigate the details, discover your community and make a place of your own.
CAPITALMoscow
LANGUAGERussian
CURRENCYRussian ruble (RUB)
TIME ZONES11 zones · Moscow UTC+3
A GOOD WAY TO GET STARTED
A fresh perspective.
Thoughtful local support.
Whether you’re arriving to study, work or reunite with family, you can find confidence in the small practical things and the bigger decisions.
Settle into daily life
Find local services, understand the rhythm of your city and feel at home sooner.
Visa & residence guidance
Get oriented with residence processes and speak to the right local professionals.
Build professional connections
Meet people, understand the local context and explore opportunities at your pace.
HOW WE HELP IN RUSSIA
Practical support,
from day one.
Pick the support you need now. Most clients combine two or three services as their plans take shape.
01
University applications
Program choice, applications and government-funded quota places at Russian universities.
See what’s included02
Personal guidance
Housing, migration registration, banking and getting to know your city.
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Translation services
Notarised Russian translations of diplomas, passports and certificates.
See what’s included04
Legal services
Guidance on study and work visas, residence permits and document recognition, with licensed lawyers when needed.
See what’s included05
Business support
Market research, partner search and support for meetings in Moscow and beyond.
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Brand & advertising
Localised campaigns for VK, Telegram and other Russian platforms.
See what’s includedWHERE PEOPLE GO
Four cities,
each with its own character.
Moscow
Russia’s largest city, home to Lomonosov Moscow State University, HSE and most international companies.
Saint Petersburg
A city of museums and canals, and home to Saint Petersburg State University, one of Russia’s oldest.
Kazan
A lively city on the Volga with a large student community and a growing IT scene.
Novosibirsk
Siberia’s largest city and home to Akademgorodok, a renowned science and research district.
STUDYING IN RUSSIA, STEP BY STEP
From first idea
to first day on campus.
- 01
Choose your program
Compare universities, preparatory language courses and government-funded quota places.
- 02
Apply
Submit your documents, usually with notarised Russian translations.
- 03
Receive your invitation
Once you are admitted, your university arranges an official invitation for your study visa.
- 04
Get your study visa
Apply at the Russian consulate in your country. Citizens of some countries can enter without a visa.
- 05
Arrive and register
Complete your migration registration soon after arrival and extend your visa through the university.
Requirements depend on your nationality and program. We confirm the current rules for your situation.
GOOD TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
The practical
details.
Payments and banking
Bank cards issued abroad generally do not work in Russia. Bring cash for the first days and open a local account.
Climate
Winters are long and cold, especially outside the south. Good winter clothing is a real investment.
SIM card
A local number is registered with your passport and is needed for banking and many everyday services.
Health insurance
A valid medical insurance policy is required for international students and for most visa types.
UNIVERSITIES IN RUSSIA
Where you could
be studying.
Russia
Lomonosov Moscow State University
МГУ имени М. В. Ломоносова
- WHERE PEOPLE GO
- Moscow
- Founded
- 1755
Russia
Saint Petersburg State University
Санкт-Петербургский государственный университет
- WHERE PEOPLE GO
- Saint Petersburg
- Founded
- 1724
Russia
HSE University
НИУ «Высшая школа экономики»
- WHERE PEOPLE GO
- Moscow
- Founded
- 1992
Russia
Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology
МФТИ
- WHERE PEOPLE GO
- Dolgoprudny, Moscow region
- Founded
- 1946
Russia
Bauman Moscow State Technical University
МГТУ им. Н. Э. Баумана
- WHERE PEOPLE GO
- Moscow
- Founded
- 1830
RUSSIA GUIDES
Read before you go
Do I need to speak Russian to study in Russia?
Many programs are taught in Russian, but there are English-taught master’s programs and a one-year preparatory Russian course for international students.
Is there funding for international students?
Yes. The Russian government offers a quota of tuition-free places every year, and some universities have their own scholarships.
Can I work while studying?
International students on full-time programs can usually work under certain conditions. Rules change, so check the current requirements with us before you start.
How cold is it really?
Winter temperatures in Moscow are often around −10 °C and can drop lower. Buildings are well heated, so warm layers matter most outdoors.
A GOOD PLACE TO START
A local friend makes
all the difference.
Share your plans and questions with someone who knows the place. We’ll help you decide what to do next.
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