Russia bans migrants from bringing family members

The Russian government plans to strengthen strict measures in its migration policy. This was reported by Zamin.uz.

According to Minister of Economic Development Maksim Reshetnikov, the country addresses migration on the principle of "came, worked, left." According to him, the main goal is to work and earn income, and it is not necessary for migrants to bring their families.

Russia does not intend to take on the obligation to educate or provide for persons who are not its citizens. A new bill submitted to the State Duma in September envisages a ban on labor migrants bringing family members to Russia.

This decision is being made against the backdrop of a sharp deterioration in attitudes towards migrants following the bloody terrorist incident that occurred in March 2024 at "Crocus City Hall." After this event, the government is gradually introducing a number of laws restricting migrants' rights.

Although officials acknowledge that migrants are important for the economy, the requirements imposed on them are increasingly stringent. According to the government's official explanation, the ban on bringing family members of migrants is being introduced to prevent excessive strain on the country's social infrastructure.

According to Reshetnikov, it is necessary to attract labor migrants, but this process must be completed fully and orderly. Thus, Russia's updated migration policy aims to preserve demand in the labor market while protecting social balance.

This policy serves to ensure the country's internal stability.