Visa Information
Non-Russian nationals need a work visa to be employed by HSE.
What visa do I apply for if I am joining HSE University as a faculty or staff member?
You need to apply for a work visa. There are currently two types of work visas available to foreign nationals who are officially employed in Russia – an ordinary work visa and a HQS (Highly-Qualified Specialist) work visa.
NB: To apply for a work visa you need to have a passport valid for no less than 18 months from the start of your work visa.
What is the difference between these two work visas?
ORDINARY WORK VISA
Who can apply? | Any employee |
Type | Single entry |
Visa duration | Three months |
Extention | It may be converted into a multiple-entry visa for a period up to one year. The employee does not have to leave Russia to extend the visa. The documents for visa extention must be submitted no later than 1,5 months before current visa expires. |
I will obtain the letter of invitation in about... | ...two months after I submit my documents for the letter of invitation. |
HQS WORK VISA
Who can apply? | An employee who meets the criteria |
Type | Multiple entry |
Visa duration | Up to three years |
Extention | It may be extended for a period of up to three years based on a new work contract. The employee does not have to leave Russia to extend the visa. The documents must be submitted no later than 21 working days before current visa expires. |
I will obtain the letter of invitation in about... | ...three months after I submit my documents for work contract drafting. |
FAQ
You can get the answers to frequently asked questions about visa and registration procedures here.
Checklists
Ordinary work visa procedure checklist
HQS visa procedure checklist
Letter of Invitation
What do I need to provide for a letter of invitation and an HQS card?
How to get a letter of invitation and visa?
What does my spouse need to provide for a letter of invitation?
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