The Russian authorities are developing new regulations for foreign citizens working in Russia
A new law will simplify the process of obtaining a residence permit for foreign graduates of Russian universities.
The Ministry of Economic Development of the Russian Federation has submitted for public discussion a draft law aimed at significantly simplifying the procedure for obtaining a residence permit (RP) in Russia for foreign citizens who have graduated from Russian educational institutions.
This step is part of a large-scale migration policy reform outlined in a 40-point concept approved earlier this year. The concept covers a wide range of issues, from the digitalization of migration services to improving the rules for entry, exit, and stay in the country, including the development of targeted employment for migrants.
The key change proposed by the new bill:
– The creation of a new basis for obtaining a residence permit for foreign citizens who have graduated from Russian colleges, technical schools, universities, and research organizations.
This means that obtaining a residence permit will become significantly more accessible for them. The Ministry of Economic Development emphasizes that this will attract highly qualified specialists to the Russian economy who speak Russian and are familiar with Russian culture.
This is a strategically important decision aimed at addressing the labor shortage in various industries.
The law establishes an important condition for obtaining a residence permit under this new preferential scheme:
– Continuous work in the specialty obtained at a Russian educational institution for at least 6 months prior to the date of application submission, including the day of submission.
Moreover, the bill applies not only to those who apply immediately after graduation. Even if the previously obtained temporary residence permit (TRP) has expired, a foreign specialist will still be able to use this provision and apply for a residence permit. This is especially relevant for those who left Russia after graduation but now wish to return and continue their careers.
Conclusion:
The proposed changes demonstrate a systematic approach to Russia’s migration policy aimed at attracting highly qualified specialists and effectively managing migration flows.
Simplifying the procedure for obtaining a residence permit for foreign graduates of Russian educational institutions is an important step in this direction, contributing to the development of the Russian economy and the integration of foreign specialists into Russian society.
Public discussion of the bill will help take into account all possible details and create the most efficient and fair system.