1. Document Checklist

To apply for admission to the Almazov Centre, please prepare the following documents.

 Required Documents for International Applicants

Note: All documents submitted in a foreign language must be translated into Russian and notarized. A notarized translation gives the document legal force on the territory of the Russian Federation.

2. Examples of Notarized Translations

A notarized translation is an official translation of a document into Russian, certified by a Russian notary. The notary confirms that the translation is accurate and that the translator’s signature is authentic.

Example 1: Notarized Translation of a Passport

The translation of a passport typically includes the following elements:

• Main Page:Your surname, first name, patronymic (if any), date of birth, place of birth, passport number, date of issue, issuing authority, and expiration date.
• Registration/Residence Page:Your place of permanent residence.
• Other Important Pages:Any pages with visas, stamps, or official marks.

Important: Your name and surname in the Russian translation must exactly match the transliteration used in your Russian visa.

Example of a Passport Translation Structure:

The notary then attaches a certification stamp to the translation, confirming its authenticity.

Example 2: Notarized Translation of a Diploma

The translation of a diploma and its supplement includes:

• Diploma Header:The name of the issuing institution, the country, and the field of study.
• Diploma Holder’s Information:Full name, date of birth, and other identifying details.
• Qualification:The degree awarded (e.g., Bachelor of Science, Master of Arts).
• Diploma Supplement:The list of subjects studied and the grades received, translated accurately.

Important: The translation must be performed by a qualified translator, and the notary will certify that the translation is complete and accurate.

3. Explanations on Apostille

An apostille is a special stamp that confirms the authenticity of a signature and the capacity of the person who signed a public document. It is used to legalize documents for use in other countries that are party to the 1961 Hague Convention.

Do You Need an Apostille?

• Yes, if your country is a member of the Hague Convention (e.g., most European countries, the United States, Australia, Japan, etc.). You must have an apostille placed on your original education certificate and its supplement in your home country before submitting them to the Russian university.
• No, if your country has a bilateral agreement with Russia on mutual recognition of education documents (e.g., some CIS countries). Check the list of such countries on the website of the Main State Center for Education Evaluation («Glavekspertcentre»).
• No, if your country is not a member of the Hague Convention. In this case, you must undergo consular legalization of your documents at the Russian Embassy or Consulate in your home country.

Process

• Where to Obtain an Apostille:In Russia, apostilles on education documents are placed by the territorial bodies of the Ministry of Education and Science of the Russian Federation. You can also submit your documents through the «My Documents» multifunctional center (MFC).
• For Foreign Documents:The apostille must be obtained in the country that issued the document. You should contact the relevant authority in your home country (e.g., the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or the Ministry of Education) for information on how to obtain an apostille.

Important Notes

• The apostille is placed on the original document, not on a copy.
• The apostille certifies the authenticity of the signature and seal on the document, but  not the content of the document itself.
• An apostille is not a translation; you will still need a notarized translation of the document into Russian after the apostille is applied.