Russian as a Foreign Language Exam

IKBFU hosts examinations in Russian language, Russian history and the basics of Russian legislation aimed at foreign citizens seeking a work permit, temporary residence permit, and permanent residence permit.

The University provides counselling for foreign citizens and other interested individuals on matters related to the examination, as well as briefing on the examination procedure.

The examination of foreign citizens is carried out on a paid basis with the subsequent issuance of a document (certificate).

Who is required to take the exam?
  • Migrant workers seeking a work permit on the territory of the Russian Federation

  • Foreign citizens seeking a temporary residence permit on the territory of the Russian Federation

  • Foreign citizens seeking a permanent residence permit on the territory of the Russian Federation.


Exam types

Exam corresponding to the aim of obtaining a work permit

Exam corresponding to the aim of obtaining a temporary residence permit

Exam corresponding to the aim of obtaining a permanent residence permit


Examination fee

Examination for obtaining a work permit in the territory of the Russian Federation: 3800 ₽

Examination for obtaining a temporary residence permit: 5900 ₽

Examination for obtaining a permanent residence permit: 5900 ₽

Contract for the provision of services for the examination in Russian as a foreign language, Russian history and the basics of Russian legislation


Examination venues

  • Kaliningrad, 131 Proletarskaya St., 1st floor (IKBFU building)
    Working hours: Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 18:00, lunch 13:00 to 14:00

  • Kaliningrad, 6, Frunze St. (site at the Passport and Visa Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia)
    Working hours: Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 18:00, lunch 13:00 to 14:00


Registration for the exam

Registration for the exam is made in advance (not later than 1 day before the exam) only at in-person application of the citizen who will undergo testing. You may not register by phone or through intermediaries.

Exam registration time: Monday to Friday 9:00 to 13:00, 14:00 to 16:00


For more information on exam registration and the procedure contact +7 (4012) 31-33-07, rus-centr@kantiana.ru

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