Russian Visa & Migration Consulting for German nationals

What's included in this service

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  Visa category selection for German nationals

  German citizens can apply for the full range of Russian visa categories. Having a Schengen residence permit or EU passport provides no advantage in the Russian visa system — German nationals are treated as standard third-country applicants. We advise on which category applies to your specific purpose and the requirements that flow from that choice.

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  Invitation and support documents

  Russian visas require a support document — an invitation from a Russian organisation, tourist voucher or other category-specific document. For corporate travel, the invitation process involves specific requirements regarding the inviting organisation's registration. We advise on obtaining the correct document and avoiding the formatting errors that cause delays.

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  Work permits and HQS status for German professionals

  Germany is one of the most common source countries for HQS applications in Russia. German engineers, managers and technical specialists frequently qualify for Highly Qualified Specialist status based on their Russian salary. We advise on HQS eligibility, the application process and the significant advantages this route offers over the standard quota permit.

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  Residence permits for longer-term stays

  German citizens planning to remain in Russia for longer than visa validity periods allow may need to apply for a temporary or permanent residence permit. We advise on which category applies to your situation, the eligibility requirements, required documents and realistic processing timelines.

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  Corporate migration for German companies

  German employers sending staff to Russia have specific compliance obligations — including work permit sponsorship, migration registration and periodic notification requirements. We advise on employer-side obligations and can work alongside your in-house HR or legal team to ensure full compliance.

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  Visa extension and status management

  Changing visa category, extending a stay or transitioning between statuses while in Russia involves specific procedures. We advise on what is legally permissible and the correct steps to take, particularly for long-term assignments where status management becomes an ongoing requirement.