Russia Tightens Rules on Hiring Foreign Workers, Fines Soar
New rules and penalties have been introduced for employers hiring foreign citizens in Russia. The changes include increased patent costs and stricter regulations on work permits.
Employers found hiring foreign citizens illegally now face administrative fines ranging from 250,000 to 800,000 rubles per illegal worker. In Kamchatka, patents issued to foreign citizens must now specify a particular specialty for work, although no specific regulation has been publicly identified for this requirement.
Foreign workers in Russia pay taxes at the same rate as Russian residents. Employers can only hire foreign workers under the specialty indicated in their patent. Violations of labor activity rules can lead to severe consequences, including deportation and a 5-year entry ban.
The cost of a patent for foreign citizens in Kamchatka has risen to 9,027.12 rubles, a 2.9 times increase due to regional labor market conditions. Foreign citizens working under a patent are required to make a monthly fixed advance payment.
The updated regulations aim to better control and manage foreign labor in Russia. Employers are urged to ensure compliance with these new rules to avoid hefty fines and potential legal issues.
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