The second stage of the comprehensive operational-preventive operation "Nelegal-2026" took place in Russia's Smolensk region from October 1 to October 10. During the event, more than 300 administrative offenses related to violations of migration legislation were recorded.
As a result of the inspections, it was determined that 120 foreign citizens had violated the rules of entry or stay in Russia, and more than 60 others had failed to comply with established regulations. Additionally, over 60 cases of illegal employment of migrants and unauthorized labor activities by foreigners were uncovered. Fines totaling more than 687,000 rubles were imposed on the offenders.
Following the operation, administrative expulsion decisions were made against 45 foreign citizens. Of these, 28 are required to leave the country voluntarily, while 17 have been placed in special Ministry of Internal Affairs facilities. To date, 25 individuals have been expelled from the country, and 55 foreigners have been banned from entering Russia.
Furthermore, deportation orders were issued against 8 foreign citizens, 5 of which have already been executed. 21 criminal cases have been initiated regarding violations of migration laws. According to the Smolensk region's Ministry of Internal Affairs, such preventive measures will continue in the region.
