According to statistical data from the Russian Interior Ministry, a total of 215,300 work permits were issued to foreign citizens arriving under the visa regime during the period from January to September 2026. This figure is 21 percent higher compared to the same period in 2025.
These permits are valid only for foreigners who entered the country on a visa basis. According to the legislation, the issued permit grants the right to work only within the specific region where the document was processed. The permit loses its validity if the holder works in a different region.
Experts believe that the increase in the number of permits is linked to a policy of more orderly management of labor migration. It is important for migrants to process these documents and adhere to their territorial restrictions in order to continue their activities on a legal basis.
