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Russia's Talent Visa: Decree 883 and the Impatriate Status
Decree 883 creates the status of foreigner of interest to Russia: RVP or VNZh outside quota, no language exam, decided in 30 days. Criteria and procedure.
The Annual Residence Notification: The Duty That Costs People Their Permit
RVP and VNZh holders: two months to file the annual notification, twelve regional subsistence minimums of income to prove. Documents, filing and penalties.
Mandatory Medical Examination in Russia: Thirty Days Since September 1, 2026
Since September 2026 (Law 162-FZ), foreigners coming to work or staying over 90 days in Russia take the medical exam within 30 days. Who, where, cost, fines.
Migration Registration and Propiska: The Formality That Governs Everything Else
Seven working days to register in Russia, temporary or permanent. Who declares, what a hotel changes, and why the address governs the whole file.
Student Visa for Russia: How to Enroll in a Language Course and Get Your Visa
Complete guide to obtaining a Russian student visa for language study: eligible institutions, step-by-step procedure, costs, rights, and renewal process.
Decree 821: The Military Contract Gates the VNZh Only, Never the RVP
Decree 821 of November 5, 2025 ties the Russian permanent residence permit and citizenship to a military contract. The temporary permit (RVP) is not covered.
Moving to Russia in 2026: All Available Paths for Western Citizens
Russia Traditional Values residence decree explained for Western citizens 2026: 5 visa paths compared (marriage, HQS, traditional values, investment, studies).
Russia: Registry of Irregular Foreigners with Severe Rights Restrictions
Since February 5, 2025, Russia has placed foreigners staying illegally on a registry that bars marriage, bank accounts, property purchases and driving a car.
Russia: 80,000 Foreigners Expelled in 2024, Nearly Double the Previous Year
Russia expelled over 80,000 foreigners in 2024 for migration violations, nearly doubling the 2023 figure. Context, causes and what expats must check.
Russia: Putin Opens Visa and Residence Permit to 'Traditional Values' Advocates
Decree No. 702 creates a visa and residence permit for foreigners sharing 'traditional Russian values': 47 eligible countries, France and the US included.