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Step-By-Step Guide On How To Tet Russian Work Visa

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7 months ago

November 25, 2024

A Russian work visa allows foreign nationals to legally enter and work in Russia. It is specifically issued to individuals who have secured employment in the country.

This type of visa is initially issued as a single-entry visa and remains valid for up to 90 days. However, it can be extended through the Russian Ministry of Interior. Nationals of Belarus and South Ossetia are exempted from requiring a work visa to be employed in Russia, while individuals from other countries must apply for one.

Reports say Russia needs immigrants to fill the labour shortage. According to Kremlin spokesperson, Dmitry Peskov, in an interview published on Friday, November 22, 2024, Russia’s dwindling workforce has made immigration essential for its development.

Sometimes, travellers may enter Russia visa-free for purposes other than employment. According to Visaguide, here are some step-by-step guide to getting a Russian work visa:

1. Secure a Job
The first step is securing a job in Russia. It is only possible to apply for a work visa with a confirmed job offer from a Russian employer. Begin by researching job opportunities that match your qualifications and skills, and ensure that your potential employer is authorized to hire foreign workers. Once you have a job offer, the employer will guide you through their part of the visa process.

2. Passport Validity
You must verify the validity of your passport. It should be valid for at least six months beyond your intended departure date from Russia and have at least two blank pages to accommodate the visa and other entry stamps. If your passport does not meet these requirements, you must renew it before proceeding.

3. Visa Support
An invitation to work in Russia, also known as visa support, is one of the most critical documents in the application process. The Russian Ministry of Interior issues this invitation, which your employer must obtain. Once issued, the invitation will either be sent to you in its original form or electronically, depending on the requirements of the consulate in your country.

4. Visa Application
Completing the Russian work visa application form is another essential step. The form is available on the official website of the Russian Foreign Ministry. You must fill it out carefully, ensuring all the information provided is accurate and consistent with the details on your other documents. Mistakes or inconsistencies can lead to delays or rejection. Once you have completed the form, print it and sign it as required.

5. Gathering Supporting Documents
The next stage involves gathering all the necessary supporting documents. These include the invitation issued by the Ministry of Interior, a letter from your employer detailing your job role and purpose of travel, an HIV test certificate issued within three months of your application date, and, if applicable, proof of health insurance. The health insurance document must clearly state that it covers medical services within Russia, along with repatriation services if required. Ensure that all documents meet the specific criteria set by the Russian authorities, as any discrepancies can negatively impact your application.

6. In-Person Submission
Submitting your application in person at a Russian consulate or designated visa processing center is crucial. Check the consulate’s guidelines in your country, as you may need to schedule an appointment. At the appointment, you will submit your documents, provide biometric data if requested, and answer any additional questions from the consular officers.

7. Visa Fee
Paying the visa fee is the final step of the application process. The cost of a Russian work visa can range from €30 to €500, depending on factors such as your nationality, the length of your stay, and whether you opt for expedited processing. Payment methods vary by consulate, so confirm whether they accept cash, card, or bank transfers. Keep proof of payment, as required, during the application review.

Once your application is complete, the consulate will process your request. In some cases, you may be invited for an interview. If your visa is approved, it will be issued as a sticker affixed to your passport.

Upon arrival in Russia, you must complete an immigration card. This document is provided at the port of entry and contains two identical parts. Border officials will retain one part, while you must always carry the other part with you. This card will be required when leaving the country.

You will also need to register your visa within seven days of arrival. If you are staying at a hotel, the hotel management will handle the registration process on your behalf using copies of your passport, visa, and immigration card. If you are staying in a private residence, the homeowner must register the visa for you, often for a small fee.

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Militia Attack On DRC IDP Camp, Kills 10, Mostly Women, Children

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June 27, 2025

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An armed group at the centre of a long-running ethnic conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo’s northeast attacked a camp for displaced people on Friday, killing 10, local sources told AFP.

Bordering Uganda, Ituri province has for years been the scene of pitched battles between the Lendu, a group mainly made up of settled farmers, and the Hema people, typically nomadic herders.

The fighting has led to the deaths of thousands of civilians and the mass displacement of many more.

Friday’s assault on the Djangi displaced persons camp was carried out by the self-proclaimed Cooperative for the Development of Congo (Codeco), a Lendu-aligned militia responsible for previous civilian massacres, the camp’s head told AFP.

“They were many and armed with firearms and machetes. They surprised us, they killed 10 displaced people, most of them women and children,” said Richard Likana.

An employee of the Red Cross, who asked to remain anonymous, confirmed the attack, which took place around 60 kilometres (37 miles) from Bunia.

“They were cut up with machetes while others were shot,” the humanitarian worker added.

Congolese army Colonel Ruffin Mapela, the local administrator for Djugu territory where the camp is located, gave the same toll of 10 dead and put the number of injured at 15.

According to local and humanitarian sources, Codeco was responsible for an attack on February 10 which killed 51 people in Ituri province. Most of the victims were also displaced persons.

That raid was said to be a response to a strike by the rival Hema-led Zaire militia in the same area.

Violence between the Hema and Lendu killed thousands in gold-rich Ituri from 1999-2003, which only ended after European forces intervened.

The conflict erupted again in 2017, killing thousands more.

The violence has led to more than 1.5 million people leaving their homes, according to the UN.

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Israel Wants Global Action Against Iran’s Nuclear Plans

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June 27, 2025

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Israel’s foreign minister said on Friday that the world was obliged to stop Iran from developing an atomic bomb, days after Israel claimed it had “thwarted Iran’s nuclear project” in a 12-day war.

“Israel acted at the last possible moment against an imminent threat to itself, the region, and the international community,” Gideon Saar wrote on X.

“The international community must now prevent, by any effective means, the world’s most extreme regime from obtaining the most dangerous weapon.”

Israel and Iran each claimed victory in the war that ended with a ceasefire on June 24.

The conflict erupted on June 13 when Israel launched a bombing campaign, stating it aimed to stop Iran from developing a nuclear weapon—an ambition Iran has consistently denied.

Following waves of Israeli attacks on nuclear and military sites, the United States bombed three key facilities, with President Donald Trump insisting it had set Iran’s nuclear programme back by “decades”.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, in an address to the nation after the ceasefire, announced that “we have thwarted Iran’s nuclear project”.

However, there is no consensus as to how effective the strikes were.
On Friday, Iran rejected a request by UN nuclear watchdog chief Rafael Grossi to visit the bombed facilities, saying it suggested “malign intent”.

The comments from Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi came after parliament approved a bill suspending cooperation with the UN watchdog.

In a post on X following the move, Saar said Iran “continues to mislead the international community and actively works to prevent effective oversight of its nuclear programme”.

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We Would Have Killed Iran’s Supreme Leader If Given Opportunity – Israel

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June 27, 2025

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Defence Minister Israel Katz told media that Israel would have killed Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei during the war between the two countries if the opportunity had presented itself.

“If he had been in our sights, we would have taken him out,” Katz told Israel’s public radio station Kan Thursday evening, adding that the military had “searched a lot”.

“Khamenei understood this, went very deep underground, broke off contact with the commanders… so in the end it wasn’t realistic,” Katz told Kan.

He told Israeli television Channel 13 Thursday that Israel would cease its assassination attempts because “there is a difference between before the ceasefire and after the ceasefire”.

Katz had said during the war that Khamenei “can no longer be allowed to exist”, just days after reports that Washington vetoed Israeli plans to assassinate him.

But on Kan, Katz advised Khamenei to remain inside a bunker.

“He should learn from the late Nasrallah, who sat for a long time deep in the bunker”, he said, referring to Lebanese militant group Hezbollah’s former leader Hassan Nasrallah, who Israel killed in a Beirut air strike in September 2024.

The movements of the supreme leader, who has not left Iran since he took power, are subject to the tightest security and secrecy.

Katz said Thursday that Israel maintained its aerial superiority over Iran and that it was ready to strike again.

“We won’t let Iran develop nuclear weapons and threaten (Israel) with long-range missiles”, he said.

In his Channel 12 interview, Katz admitted that Israel does not know the location of all of Iran’s enriched uranium, but that its air strikes had destroyed the Islamic republic’s uranium enrichment capabilities.

“The material itself was not something that was supposed to be neutralised,” he said of the enriched uranium.

The impact of Israeli and US strikes on Iran’s nuclear programme has been a subject to debate.

A leaked US intelligence assessment estimated the programme to have set Iran back a few months, while Katz and other Israeli and US public figures said the damage would take years to rebuild.

Israel and Iran each claimed victory in a 12-day war that ended with a ceasefire on June 24.

The war erupted on June 13 when Israel launched a bombing campaign that it said aimed to stop Iran from developing a nuclear weapon — an ambition Iran has consistently denied.