Here are the deadlines and the application procedure.
A crucial period is approaching for companies in Moscow and the Moscow Region planning to hire citizens of other states. According to the application schedule published on the official portal "AIK Migration Quotas," employers must meet the established deadlines to obtain permission to employ migrants in 2026 (read more about the schedule in our news).
Deadlines for submitting applications for foreign workers in Moscow
Schedule for companies in Moscow:
- Adjustment of the quota for 2026: The main application period for the next year is from October 27 to 29. The final limits for the employment of foreigners in Moscow for 2026 will be approved at the commission meeting on November 13.
Schedule for submitting quotas for foreign workers in the Moscow Region
For employers in the Moscow Region, the period for adjusting quotas for 2026 is scheduled for November 10-14.
Why is it important to apply for a quota on time?
Meeting the deadlines for submitting quota applications for foreign workers is a mandatory condition for the legal processing of permit documents. Missing the deadlines means the company will not be able to obtain work permits for its foreign employees through the standard procedure, leading to risks and fines for illegal labor.
Confidence Group experts recommend that employers start preparing the document package in advance to avoid technical errors and to submit applications on the first day of the allotted period. You can submit a request for the quota obtaining service on our website.
Frequently Asked Questions:
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What is a quota for foreign workers?
Answer: It is the restrictive number of permits issued by the state for companies to attract and employ foreign citizens in a specific region for a particular year. -
When to apply for a quota for foreign workers?
Answer: Applications are submitted within the deadlines set by the quota commission. -
What are the deadlines for submitting quota applications in Moscow for 2026?
Answer: For Moscow, the main application period for 2026 is scheduled from October 27 to 29, 2025. -
What is the difference between a quota and a work permit?
Answer: A quota is a company's right to invite a certain number of foreigners. A work permit is a document obtained by the foreign citizen themselves based on this quota for legal employment. -
When to apply for quotas in the Moscow Region?
Answer: The period for adjusting quotas for 2026 in the Moscow Region is from November 10 to 14, 2025.
For more information, please contact the consultants of the Confidence Group company.
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