Three-Year Validity: The TRP enables you to live and work for up to three years in the region where you submitted your application.

Pathway to Permanent Residency: During this three-year period, you can seek a Permanent Residence Permit (PRP), which can eventually lead to Russian citizenship after five years.

Streamlined Immigration Process: The program removes many of the procedural barriers common in standard immigration pathways.

The official document signed by President Vladimir Putin (in Russian) can be viewed here.

It was created with several goals in mind:

Attract like-minded individuals: The program is designed to attract foreign nationals who resonate with traditional Russian cultural and family values, and to encourage their integration into Russian society.

Promote cultural integration: By prioritizing individuals likely to adapt well, the program supports social unity and cohesion.

Highlight Russia's cultural diversity: It emphasizes Russia's rich history of multiculturalism and religious tolerance, showcasing its diverse heritage.

The Shared Values Visa stands out for several important reasons:

No migration quota required. Unlike with a TRP, applicants do not need to secure one of the limited migration quotas.

No language or civic exams required. There is no requirement to pass exams in the Russian language proficiency, history, or law at the initial stage.

Immediate benefits for Shared Values Visa holders — you can:

Enjoy the freedom to live and work in your chosen region for up to three years.

Access Russia's public healthcare system on the same terms as its citizens.

Start a small business without registering a separate legal entity.

The official list of eligible countries, released by the Russian government on 17 September 2024, can be found here (in Russian).

Please note that the number of accepted applications may be limited, so early submission is strongly recommended.

Before applying, make sure that your passport is valid for at least four more years and has at least five blank pages.

Required documents

• Valid passport
• Certificate of Clean Criminal Record with an apostille

Translations must be authorized and apostilled. Both your passport (all pages) and your Certificate of Clean Criminal Record must be translated into Russian by a certified translator, with the translations duly notarized.

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