Migration and hiring news
What changes in hiring foreign workers: government decisions, inspections, HR procedures. Every item is checked against the primary source and explained for readers outside the country concerned.
Work patent service: advance Personal Income Tax checks
From 10 August 2026, the Ministry of Internal Affairs (МВД) plans to launch a service that autonomously makes decisions to declare work patents invalid if advance Personal Income Tax (НДФЛ) is not paid. It is important for companies to review the payment process, especially if a third party makes the payment for a foreign national.
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RVP Outside the Quota: Employer Guidance for Hiring
Certain foreign nationals and stateless persons may apply for an RVP outside the quota. It is important for employers to understand the boundaries of the special procedure and not include unconfirmed requirements in HR communications.
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Moscow: Ministry of Internal Affairs Reports Forged Documents
The Ministry of Internal Affairs reported the disruption in Moscow of a scheme involving illegal migration and the circulation of documents showing signs of forgery. For employers, the publication is important as a signal of the risk of unreliable documents in circulation, but it does not introduce new hiring requirements.
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New expulsion grounds for foreign nationals: employer guide
Amendments to the Code of Administrative Offences have been signed: the Ministry of Internal Affairs reports an expansion of the grounds for the administrative expulsion of foreign nationals and increases in certain fines. For an employer, the key task is to verify the official text of the law and not attribute unstated HR obligations to it.
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Criminal Liability for Telecom Services: Employer Checks
The State Duma reported criminal liability for certain violations when arranging telecommunications services for foreign citizens and stateless persons. Employers should review the official text of the law: the report does not disclose the elements of the offense, liable persons, or penalties.
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Ministry of Internal Affairs: forged documents and employers
The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia (МВД России) reported that it had disrupted the activities of a group suspected of organizing illegal migration and producing forged documents. For employers, the publication does not introduce new obligations, deadlines, or HR procedures.
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Amina: Employer Changes in Moscow and Moscow Region
Starting September 1, 2026, the “Amina” application («Амина») will cover adult students from nine countries and certain categories of employees’ family members in Moscow and the Moscow Region (Московская область). Employers should distinguish between groups of foreign nationals and compare the procedure with guidance from the Moscow Migration Center (Миграционный центр Москвы).
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Ministry of Internal Affairs clarifies Register data
The Ministry of Internal Affairs clarified what information is entered into the Register of Controlled Persons and what data are required for a search. We examine the significance of the clarification for employers and the HR process.
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Ministry of Internal Affairs: Illegal Migration Liability
The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia (МВД России) recalled that the production of forged migration documents, fictitious registration, and the organization of illegal entry or stay are punishable. For employers, the publication does not establish new obligations, but sets important boundaries for HR communications and internal control.
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Employers: Ministry’s Passport and Visa contact center
The Ministry of Internal Affairs reminded employers about the contact center of the Federal State Unitary Enterprise “Passport and Visa Service” (ФГУП «ПВС»), where organizations can obtain information on migration services and legislation. The statement does not introduce new requirements for employers.
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New state migration fees for hiring foreign nationals
The Ministry of Internal Affairs reported the new migration-related state fees currently in force. For employers, the key costs are permits to hire foreign workers, work permits, invitations, and multiple-entry visas.
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Ministry of Internal Affairs checks foreign workers’ income
The Ministry of Internal Affairs reported that laws on checking foreign workers’ income have been signed. For employers, it is currently more important not to change processes prematurely, but to distinguish confirmed information from questions that must be clarified in official texts.
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MIA Reports Mordovia Host Fine, Slavyanka Site Inspection
A regional Ministry of Internal Affairs bulletin describes a fine imposed on a host party in Mordovia, an alleged scheme for the unlawful stay of foreign nationals in Stavropol Krai, and an inspection of a construction site in Slavyanka. For an employer, this is not a change in the rules, but a reason to review how control over migration procedures is allocated within the company.
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Foreign drivers: 180-day stay limit for carriers
The Ministry of Internal Affairs (МВД) reported that foreign professional drivers may temporarily stay in Russia for up to 180 days per calendar year. For carriers, the entry purpose “driver” and documents confirming international carriage are also important.
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Russia: Work Rules for Latvian, Estonian Non-Citizens
The Ministry of Internal Affairs clarified the conditions for entry, migration registration, and work in Russia for non-citizens of Latvia and Estonia. For employers, the key reference point is the need for a work patent, while the registration period is seven working days from the date of entry.
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Murmansk case: fictitious registration of 82 foreigners
MVD Media (МВД Медиа) reported an upcoming trial of four Murmansk residents. According to the agency, the case concerns the fictitious migration registration of 82 foreign nationals. For employers, this is not a new requirement but an example of enforcement practice in which companies’ involvement has not been confirmed.
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Khimki migration raids: what employers need to know
Following migration raids in Khimki, police drew up 76 administrative offence reports in respect of 43 foreign nationals. For employers, this is an example of enforcement practice, but not a report on new obligations or penalties for companies.
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After Uzbek Deaths in Nizhnekamsk: Employer Checks
Following the deaths of eight Uzbek nationals in Nizhnekamsk, an interagency special group has been sent to Russia. For employers, this is a reason to assess site emergency preparedness and procedures for interaction with emergency services and competent authorities.
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Nizhnekamsk Attack: Employers Advised to Check Workers
After the attack on civilian facilities in Nizhnekamsk, the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported foreign nationals killed and injured. For employers in Tatarstan, the priorities are a prompt personnel headcount, assistance to people, and a single communication procedure.
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SFR Reporting: Qualified E-Signature Checks for Employers
From 1 September 2026, the SFR will verify the keyAgreement attribute in qualified electronic signatures. Employers should check their certificate in advance and arrange for its replacement if the required parameter is absent.
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