How can I get a work permit for citizens of the CIS? This question interests many. Indeed, in Russia a special permit is required to carry out labor activities. In any case, this rule applies to those who are not citizens of the country. Some come to Russia for temporary work and do not plan to obtain a second citizenship. Therefore, permission of one type or another will have to be obtained at a certain frequency. But what is needed for this? Is a work permit really important? What features and difficulties can you encounter during paperwork? About all this further. In fact, if you know in advance the rules for obtaining a permit to work on the territory of the Russian Federation, then no problems will arise in resolving the issue.
Does a foreigner need permission
First you need to find out if foreigners really need a special permit for work in Russia. Or is it possible without special problems to find a job in a company without paperwork?
In fact, many are working without permission now. And they believe that you should not trouble yourself with the design of this document. Nevertheless, a work permit for CIS citizens and other foreigners is a mandatory item. Labor carried out in Russia, without it, is considered illegal.
This rule came into force in 2002, July 25th. According to the Federal Law of the indicated date No. 115, employers do not have any right to employ foreign citizens without an appropriate permit. This means that either the person will work illegally, which is punishable during disclosure, or will have to do paperwork.
Where to go
To take action, you need to understand which organs you need to contact. As a rule, in Russia everywhere the same rules apply for accepting applications for permits. Therefore, it does not matter where exactly the foreigner plans to work - the principle of treatment will still be the same. Only in Moscow there are some features of the implementation of ideas in life, but about them a little later.
Previously, work permits for citizens of the CIS (and not only) were issued upon application and upon provision of a certain list of documents to the FMS. Recently, this service in Russia has been abolished. Where do citizens now have to go? Among all cases, we can distinguish:
- unit of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, to which the powers of migration services have been transferred;
- multifunctional centers;
- single window services.
More and more people are turning to the MFC for help. There is no significant difference between all the above bodies - everyone chooses a place where it will be most convenient to submit a list of documents and an application.
Knowledge of Russian language
Where does the whole process begin? A work permit for citizens of foreign countries in Russia has recently been issued with knowledge of the Russian language. Almost all potential employees are required to pass through exams and receive appropriate certificates indicating knowledge. In order to avoid problems, a basic level is enough.
You can take an exam either at a language school, or at some company that assists in obtaining work permits. If a foreigner plans to work in the field related to education, then his knowledge of Russian should be higher. Exact information should be clarified in the bodies replacing the FMS.
As soon as the Russian language exam is passed, the citizen will be issued an appropriate certificate indicating the level of proficiency in it. Only after this can you continue to engage in the task. Otherwise, foreign citizens simply cannot get a work permit.
Professional suitability
The next point to which you should pay attention is the confirmation of your professional suitability. True, this rule applies only to citizens of Tajikistan. A special provision has been signed between Russia and Tajikistan, indicating that citizens of these countries must obtain a certificate of professional suitability in order to obtain permission to work.
For residents of the CIS countries this document is not needed. A certificate of knowledge of the Russian language will be sufficient. Once the appropriate paper is ready, you can take it and attach it to the application, as well as to the other list of references.
Documents
Which ones? In fact, permission to work documents requires those that are not so difficult to get. The main thing is to bring them together, not to forget anything, and also make copies. Citizens who do not have visas should bring the following list of certificates with them to those or other bodies that are engaged in the issuance of the paper under study:
- identity card (foreign passport);
- certificate of knowledge of the Russian language;
- documents indicating professional suitability (mandatory for Tajik citizens);
- migration card;
- receipt of payment of state duty for the manufacture and issuance of permits (about 2,000 rubles);
- statement of established form;
- employment contract (if applicable) with the employer.
All this is given with copies and originals to the authorities, which now perform the functions of the FMS of Russia. Then, within 10 days, an application for a work permit is considered. In the case of a positive decision, the foreigner is issued a relevant certificate. You will need to receive it with an identity card. Only the previously listed list does not include another important item. It is worth talking about it in detail.
Medical commission
Why? The thing is that with any employment, citizens must go through the procedure of medical examination. Only the population of the Russian Federation is allowed already during employment to deal with the question posed. But foreigners at the stage of paperwork to permit employment in Russia need to undergo a medical examination. At the end, a certificate with the results of the examinations will be issued. It is attached to the previously listed list of securities. You can go through the commission at any hospital or private medical center for a moderate fee.
What awaits citizens? It does not matter who exactly gets a job - a citizen of the Russian Federation or a foreigner. The medical commission for all employees is the same. It includes inspection by the following specialists:
- ENT;
- ophthalmologist;
- therapist;
- surgeon;
- expert in narcology;
- psychiatrist;
- neurologist.
Additional research
Also, a citizen will be required to fluorography and tests for HIV infection. They can also request help from a mental hospital. Although it is often issued by a psychiatrist. On average, inspection takes several hours. It is advisable to first pass an examination for knowledge of Russian, then worry about the availability of a medical certificate, only then collect the previously listed list of papers.
Features for Moscow
In principle, the whole process of obtaining permission can be called known. As soon as all documents are collected, they are submitted to one or another authority, where a decision is made on the issue of a permit to carry out labor activity in the Russian Federation. It has already been said that it will be more difficult for foreigners to work in Moscow. And all this is due to issues related to the issuance and use of a permit.
What is it about? Firstly, in the capital of Russia, the employer has the right to accept foreign personnel only if there is an appropriate document securing this right to the potential boss. Therefore, you will first have to find what will be hired in Moscow.
Secondly, the position to which a foreigner is hired must be exactly the same as indicated in the permit issued. You cannot hire foreign citizens to other destinations in the capital. Each activity requires its own work permit. In Moscow, this nuance is seriously controlled.
Thirdly, each employer is given a certain number of quotas for hiring foreigners to work. In fact, the number of seats is limited. This fact should be considered. It is recommended, as already mentioned, to first find the employer in the capital, then conclude an agreement with him and, at the same time, obtain a work permit in the country.
RVP and permits
The document under study is issued for no more than 3 years. After that, it will need to be updated according to a similar principle. If a citizen has decided to work in Russia for a long time, he needs to get RWP. This item is required for those who do not dare to make a temporary residence permit. It is not enough to have a work permit for citizens of the CIS and other countries. It is also necessary and is located on the territory of the Russian Federation legally.
Without registration, people have the right to stay in Russia for 90 days. After that, you need to either leave the country or make yourself a residence permit. As an option - issue a RVP.
What is needed for this? It is required to come to the same authorities where the work permit was issued, attaching an appropriate list of documents. For RVP, you will need:
- foreign passport;
- residence permit (or a certificate stating that a citizen is not in the territory of his native country for legal reasons);
- photos (size 3 by 4, 3-4 pieces);
- completed application form;
- certificates of no criminal record (they can also be requested for work permits);
- evidence of marital status (marriage, divorce, child birth);
- documents confirming psychological health and the absence of HIV diseases;
- Payments indicating payment of the duty for the manufacture of RPPs.
As practice shows, it is advisable to immediately issue a work permit (CIS or other countries - this is not so important), and temporary residence. So you can avoid problems in the future.
Conclusion
Now it’s clear how RVP and work permits are issued. In fact, there is nothing difficult about this. It is enough to prepare in advance for the process. Obtaining a work permit is an obligatory item for those who plan to work in Russia without being a citizen of this country.
If you do not want to do paperwork on your own, you can contact special centers that help with paperwork. True, then you will have to pay a lot for permission. On average, such organizations ask for 10-20 thousand rubles for their services. Now it’s clear how to get permission to work in Moscow and other cities.