Legal Assistance for Students
Specialized legal support for foreign students in Russia: visa extensions, expulsion prevention, entry ban lifting, and pathway to residence permit and citizenship.
How We Can Help
Understanding the Student Help
The Student Help is a legal status granted to foreign citizens that permits them to reside in Russia for a fixed term. It is a crucial milestone for those looking to eventually obtain Permanent Residency or Citizenship.
Unlike a standard visa, a Student Help allows you to exit and re-enter the country multiple times without additional paperwork, provided you maintain your registration.
Legal Rights
Grants you the right to work in the specific region of your registration without a separate work permit.
Healthcare
Eligibility for Free Compulsory Medical Insurance (OMS) at state polyclinics and hospitals.
Key Facts
- Experience
- Thousands of students helped
- Languages
- English, Spanish, Russian
- Coverage
- All Russian universities
- Special Focus
- IT, energy, exact sciences
Unlocking Your Life in Russia
With a Student Help, you move from being a visitor to being a resident with nearly all the rights of a citizen.
Aggressive Defense
Qualified lawyers with very aggressive defense strategies to protect students' rights in expulsion proceedings and legal disputes.
Student-Specific Expertise
Deep understanding of university regulations, visa requirements for students, and simplified legalization pathways for graduates.
Pathway to Citizenship
Graduates in sought-after specialties (IT, energy, exact sciences) can obtain residence permit and citizenship without Russian language testing.
Your Journey to Student Help
We guide you through every administrative hurdle, ensuring a seamless application experience.
Situation Assessment
We evaluate your status, visa situation, and any ongoing issues with your university or migration authorities.
Visa & Registration Support
Assistance with visa extensions, migration registration, and maintaining legal status during studies.
Expulsion Defense
If facing expulsion, we provide legal representation to protect your rights and minimize consequences.
Long-term Legalization
Guidance and support for obtaining residence permit and eventually Russian citizenship after graduation.
Documentation Checklist
Student Documents
- Valid passport (translated)
- Student visa
- University enrollment contract
- Migration card
- Registration at place of stay
- Academic transcripts (if applicable)
Note: Depending on your specific grounds (marriage, investment, profession), additional documents such as marriage certificates or work contracts may be required.
Frequently Asked Questions
Start Your Application Today
Secure your future in Russia with dedicated support for your Student Help application.
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