Hello,
My company has finally send my invitation, but instead of stating the full first year that we agreed upon it only states 3 months. They told me that when I arrive they will extend it to the full year. Is this typical procedure? If so, is it an easy process? Or do I need to worry that something could still go wrong with the visa process?
Thanks,
Jeanette
Extending a 3mo visa
elyse256
09 December 2011 08:32:02
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Harmonie
09 December 2011 11:11:08
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Welcome to Expat.com Jeanette!
Do not hesitate to browse through the forum.
Harmonie.
MARIKON
15 July 2012 21:01:29
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HI JEAN.. IF ONLY YOU CAN HELP ME TO GET A VISA FOR SOMEWHERE SOTHAT I STUDY AGAIN. MY NUMBER IS +22369504015
Aurélie
16 July 2012 12:28:43
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Hello Marikon and welcome to Expat.com!
This post is dated 2011. 
I invite you to start a new thread on the Russia forum for more visibility with more detailed questions.
PS: Can you please lower caps lock when writing?
Thank you,
Aurélie
susieq0726
24 July 2012 17:18:17
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I've heard of this before, and I think it's rather normal.
I think once you get there, they will extend it.
But I completely agree that it's a little frustrating since you will be in a foreign country and not sure what to expect or what the normal procedures are.
But I will also be applying for a work visa, and I hope they allow me to stay more than 3 months. I will probably be in the same situation as you.
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