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What is the change? Russia has implemented a law that provides visa-waived nationals more flexibility in obtaining work permits.
What does the change mean? Foreign nationals who are visa-waived may obtain a work permit after entry if they indicate that the purpose of their visit is for work.
Background: The new law is part of a package of changes to immigration rules taking place in Russia under the Legal Status of Foreign Citizens in the Russian Federation.
BAL Analysis: Note that the foreign national must state on his or her migration card that the purpose of the visit is for work. If another purpose is stated on the card, a work permit will not be issued.
This alert has been provided by the BAL Global Practice group and our network provider located in Russia. For additional information, please contact your BAL attorney.
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