How to Apply to Sechenov University for Saudi Students: Step-by-Step Guide

Applying to a medical university abroad is an important milestone for students from Saudi Arabia. This guide explains in detail how to apply to Sechenov University in Moscow — from creating your applicant account to receiving your visa invitation.

You will find information about required documents, legalization procedures, entrance exams, tuition contracts, and the final enrollment steps. All procedures follow international standards for foreign applicants.

Step-by-Step Admission Process

Step 1. Create your applicant account and begin the application

Start by registering an online applicant account on Sechenov University’s official platform. Use a valid e-mail address, as all notifications will be sent there.

In your account, you can upload documents, track your application status, and communicate with the international office.

Step 2. Upload the required documents to your profile

Upload scans of your passport, education documents, translations, and a photograph. All files must be clear and meet the university’s standards.

Students from Saudi Arabia should prepare legalized originals in advance.

Step 3. Take the entrance exams and meet the minimum score requirements

Foreign applicants take entrance exams in Biology and Chemistry. Exams may be conducted online through the official examination system.

After completing the tests, wait for your results and ensure they meet the minimum passing score.

Step 4. Request your tuition contract and wait for it to appear in your account

If you apply for a tuition-based program, submit a contract request after passing the exams. Once the contract is generated, it will appear in your account.

Step 5. Sign the contract, make the payment, and upload your confirmations

Carefully read and sign the contract, then pay the tuition fee according to the provided bank details.

Upload:

• the signed contract,
  
• the payment receipt,
  
• additional documents (if required).
  

Step 6. Wait for the “Approved” status and access to your student account

The international office will check your documents and payment. When everything is approved, your application will receive the status “in order” (approved).

You will then gain access to your student account.

Step 7. After enrollment, prepare for your trip and apply for a visa

Once officially enrolled, prepare your original documents and translations for your trip to Russia.

Required Documents

Mandatory originals

• Passport + notarized translation into Russian
  
• School certificate or diploma with consular legalization or apostille
  
• Notarized translation of the education document
  
• Recognition certificate issued by Glavexpertcenter
  (http://nic.gov.ru/en/proc/nic)
  

Important

All foreign-issued documents must be legalized by:

• consular legalization or
  
• apostille (if applicable).
  

Only originals are legalized, not copies.

Visa Invitation

Visa invitations are issued only after enrollment.
Contact the migration office at: invitation@staff.sechenov.ru
Processing time: 21 working days.

Useful Contacts

• Official portal for international applicants:
  https://international.sechenov.ru/
  
• E-mail: admission@staff.sechenov.ru
  

The admission process at Sechenov University is transparent, structured, and designed to support international applicants, including students from Saudi Arabia. By following this guide, you can confidently complete every step — from online registration to preparing for your trip to Moscow.