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RUSSIA: Draft Law to Restrict Employment of Foreign Nationals Introduced
April 19, 2018
On 13th April 2018, a draft law was introduced to the Russian parliament, proposing new powers to ban or restrict the employment of nationals of the United States and/or other countries imposing sanctions on Russia.
If passed, Federal Law No. 441399-7 “On Measures of Affect (Counteraction) in Connection with Unfriendly Actions of the United States of America and (or) other Foreign States” may be used to restrict the employment of certain foreign nationals, including highly-qualified specialists, as a countermeasure when sanctions are imposed on Russia by other states.
The first reading of the draft law by the State Duma is scheduled for mid-May.
Our Advice
Employers of foreign nationals in Russia should be prepared for the possibility of this law taking effect and affecting some of their employees.
Employers are advised to consult their Newland Chase immigration specialist for more specific advice.
For advice and information on immigration to Russia in general, please email us at [email protected]
