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IMPACT – MEDIUM
What is the change? Russia’s Ministry of Internal Affairs has introduced changes to its work permit application procedures, including those for obtaining Highly Qualified Specialist work permits.
What does the change mean? The changes will require applicants to have passports that are valid for at least 1 ½ years at the time of their application and meet strict photograph standards. The changes also limit who can sign paperwork for a company and increase the standard processing time for non-HQS permits to 15 business days. Finally, a provision that fees will not be charged for work permit renewal applications or correction applications has been removed.
Additional information: The new regulations were introduced in January and took effect Feb. 4. Among key changes:
BAL Analysis: Employers should take note of the changes and be prepared to follow the new procedures. Applications that do not adhere to the new rules may be unnecessarily delayed or rejected.
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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