The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia has officially launched the state information resource "Digital Profile of a Foreign Citizen." The service began operation on June 30, 2026, and represents a unified database that systematizes information about all foreign citizens and stateless persons located on the territory of the Russian Federation.
This step is a key stage in the digitalization of migration processes in the country. According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the launch of the resource ensures the creation of complete, reliable, and up-to-date information necessary for assessing the migration situation and improving the efficiency of public administration in this area.
What does the "Digital Profile" include?
The Government of the Russian Federation approved the procedure for the formation and maintenance of the resource by Resolution No. 735 of June 12, 2026, developed in pursuance of the Presidential Decree of July 9, 2025. The document defines the full list of information that will be included in each foreigner's profile. This includes:
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Identity data: identity documents and biometric information.
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Migration registration: data on border crossings, registration, and migration status (visa, patent, temporary residence permit, permanent residence permit).
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Employment and education: information about the employer, position, and educational documents.
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Health insurance: policy availability and health status data.
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Property and vehicles: information on owned real estate and vehicles.
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Offenses and restrictions: data on administrative fines and active entry bans to the Russian Federation.
How will the new system work?
Fourteen federal bodies and state extra-budgetary funds will be responsible for populating the "Digital Profile." The interaction between the operator and data providers will be organized through the unified system of interdepartmental electronic interaction (SMEV) and the "MIR" system. Agencies are required to transfer data as their information systems become ready, but no later than December 1, 2026.
Access to information from the "Digital Profile" will be granted to state bodies, other organizations, and the foreign citizens themselves. Migrants will be able to view their data when applying for public services through the Unified Portal "Gosuslugi." Additionally, foreign citizens have the right to independently submit information about themselves for inclusion in the profile through the ruID application (more about the application in our news).
This application, often referred to as "Gosuslugi for foreigners," is available in 7 languages, including Russian, English, Tajik, and Uzbek. Through ruID, one can submit an entry application, check for restrictions, and get a SIM card. It is important to note that for visa-free entry, an application must be submitted no later than 72 hours before the trip.
Significance for Migration Policy
The introduction of the "Digital Profile" addresses two key tasks simultaneously. On the one hand, it ensures more complete and transparent accounting of migrants, which helps combat illegal migration. On the other hand, the system creates an opportunity for law-abiding foreign citizens to interact remotely with government agencies, simplifying access to various services and document processing. Experts note that the new service should simplify life for migrants by eliminating the need to collect certificates from various departments.
Frequently Asked Questions:
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What is the "Digital Profile of a Foreign Citizen" and when did it start?
It is a state information resource, a unified database that consolidates all information about foreign citizens in Russia. The service was launched by the Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs on June 30, 2026. -
What specific data will be included in a migrant's digital profile?
The profile will include identity documents, information on migration registration, employment, education, health insurance, real estate and vehicles, as well as data on administrative offenses and entry restrictions. -
How can a foreign citizen access their digital profile?
Foreign citizens will be able to access their data through the Unified Portal of State and Municipal Services ("Gosuslugi") after completing identification. -
What is the ruID application and what is it for?
It is an official mobile application for foreign citizens, available for download on RuStore, Google Play, and the App Store. It allows users to submit entry applications, check entry restrictions, and interact with government services. -
How many days before travel must an entry application be submitted via the ruID app?
A visa-free entry application must be submitted no later than 72 hours before crossing the border. In exceptional cases, this can be done within 4 hours. -
Which agencies will transfer data to the "Digital Profile"?
Information will be provided by 14 different bodies, including the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the FSB, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Rosreestr, the Social Fund, the Federal Tax Service, and other federal executive authorities and state extra-budgetary funds. -
By what deadline must all agencies start transferring data?
Agencies will provide information as their information systems become ready, but no later than December 1, 2026. -
Who will be the operator of the "Digital Profile of a Foreign Citizen"?
The operator of the state information resource is the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MVD) of Russia. -
Which law approved the procedure for creating the "Digital Profile"?
The procedure for formation, maintenance, and the composition of information was approved by Decree of the Government of the Russian Federation No. 735 of June 12, 2026, developed in pursuance of the Decree of the President of the Russian Federation No. 467 of July 9, 2025. -
What advantages does the new digital profile offer migrants?
The digital profile allows migrants to avoid collecting certificates from various departments, simplifies access to public services, and makes interaction with government agencies more transparent and remote for those who comply with the law.
