Effective April 27, 2025, significant changes to the rules for extending and terminating temporary stays for foreign citizens and stateless persons in Russia take effect. MIA (Ministry of Internal Affairs) Order №172 dated March 28, 2025, amends the existing procedure.
Key Changes:
- Special Conditions for Former Russian Citizens: The new rules specifically address stay extensions for individuals who lost Russian citizenship under Clauses 1, 3, 4, Part 1, Article 22 of Federal Law №138-FZ dated April 28, 2023, if they face temporary exit restrictions from Russia.
- Clarified Extension Conditions & Terms: Grounds for extension and maximum permitted durations are now explicitly defined.
- Expanded Reasons for Early Termination: The list of grounds for shortening a stay before its expiry has been broadened.
- Updated Document Requirements: The mandatory documents required for a stay extension application have been revised. Crucially: Requirements for minors are now explicitly detailed.
Act Before the Deadline! These changes become mandatory on April 27, 2025. Compliance with the new MIA requirements is essential for maintaining legal status in Russia.
Frequently asked questions
1. When do the new temporary stay extension rules start?
The changes introduced by MIA Order №172 dated March 28, 2025, take effect on April 27, 2025.
2. What does the new MIA Order №172 change?
It clarifies procedures for extending and shortening temporary stays, especially for former Russian citizens with exit bans, and updates the required documents (including minors).
3. How long can a temporary stay be extended for?
The MIA determines the extension period, generally not exceeding legal limits (typically up to 90 days total per year, with exceptions). Order №172 clarifies maximum durations in special cases.
4. What documents are needed for a temporary stay extension in 2025?
The document list is updated by Order №172. Essentials include: application, passport, migration card, proof of stay purpose/legality. Crucially: Documents for minors must now be included if applicable.
5. Where to submit the extension application?
Submit to the local MIA (Migration Department) office at your place of stay.
6. When should I apply for an extension?
Apply well before your current stay expires, typically 10-20 days prior (exact timing may vary). Consult specialists for precise deadlines.
7. Can my temporary stay be shortened? Why?
Yes, the MIA can shorten your stay. Order №172 specifies grounds: violating migration laws, submitting fake documents, circumstances preventing further stay (e.g., security threat), and new grounds related to lost citizenship/exit bans.
8. How to extend a minor's temporary stay?
The legal representative (parent/guardian) applies. Order №172 emphasizes providing full minor documentation (birth certificate, notarized consent from the other parent if needed, proof of representative's legal stay). Requirements are stricter.
9. Does losing Russian citizenship affect temporary stay extensions?
Significantly. Order №172 establishes a special procedure for former citizens who lost status under specific laws and have an exit ban.
10. Do documents need translation for extension?
Yes. All foreign-issued documents not in Russian require notarized Russian translations. This remains mandatory.
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