Career Prospects

Working in Russia

Job search, work permit, taxes and everything about starting your career in 2026.

Legal Basics

Work Visas at a Glance

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Standard Work Visa

For most foreign employees. Valid for 1 year, renewable. Requires a Russian employer as sponsor.

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HQS Visa

For highly qualified specialists with a salary from 167,000 ₽/month. 3 years validity, simplified procedure.

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TRP via Work

Long-term residence permit through employment. Valid for 3 years, with possibility for citizenship afterwards.

Step by Step

Starting Your Career

1

Find a job

Use job portals like HeadHunter.ru or SuperJob.ru. Apply with a Russian-language resume.

2

Employment contract

The employer issues an invitation. Carefully review all clauses before signing.

3

Apply for visa

Submit all documents (passport, photos, invitation, health certificate) at the Russian embassy.

4

Entry and registration

After entry, you must register with the immigration authority within 7 days.

Job Search

Where You Should Search

HeadHunter.ru

Largest Russian job portal. Many job offers for foreigners.

SuperJob.ru

Diverse offers in all industries and regions.

LinkedIn

Especially relevant for international companies and specialists.

Telegram

Many industry channels with job offers and networking.

Finance

Taxes and Social Contributions

Income Tax

13%

Flat tax for all employees. For income over 5 million ₽ per year: 15% on the excess amount.

HQS Advantage

0%

Highly qualified specialists pay no social contributions for the first year.

Social contributions (pension, health and unemployment insurance) amount to approximately 30% of gross salary additionally, but are borne by the employer.

More Tutorials

Documents for TRP

Moving with Pets

Payment Methods

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