Russian Visa & MigrationConsulting for Japanese nationals

What's included in this service

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  Visa category selection for Japanese nationals

  Japanese citizens can apply for the full range of Russian visa categories — business, private, work, humanitarian and others. Holding a Japanese passport provides no preferential status under Russian immigration law. We advise on which category applies to your specific purpose and the documents required.

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  Energy and technology sector travel

  Japan has maintained important energy cooperation with Russia, including major Far East projects. Japanese specialists and executives in energy, engineering and technology frequently travel to Russia on business. We advise on the correct visa category and the invitation documents required for corporate travel.

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  Work permits and HQS status for Japanese professionals

  Japanese professionals in technical, managerial and engineering roles may qualify for Highly Qualified Specialist (HQS) status in Russia based on their Russian salary level. HQS bypasses the quota system and provides a multi-entry visa valid for up to three years. We advise on eligibility criteria and the full application process.

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  Residence permits for longer-term stays

  Japanese citizens planning to remain in Russia beyond visa validity limits may apply for temporary residence (RVP) or, after holding RVP for the required period, permanent residence (VNJ). We advise on eligibility, required documents and realistic processing timelines for each stage.

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  Corporate migration for Japanese employers

  Japanese companies seconding employees to Russia must comply with employer-side obligations: obtaining an invitation, applying for the work permit before the employee arrives, registering them on arrival and filing periodic notifications to migration authorities. We advise on the full compliance picture.

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  Visa extension and status transitions

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