Frequently Asked Questions About Foreign Workers

We can help you attract highly qualified professionals across a wide range of fields, including IT, healthcare, and many others.

The cost of our recruitment services can vary depending on several factors. Different professions have different levels of supply and demand, which affects pricing. For instance, highly skilled IT specialists may command higher rates.

The price is also influenced by the agency's fee structure. If you use a recruitment or consulting agency, the cost may include commissions that vary based on the terms of the contract.

We operate without intermediaries through our own representative office in India, which guarantees us fixed prices.

The timeline depends on many factors, including the visa type and required documents. Typically, the process takes between 1 and 3 months.

Foreign workers must comply with legal requirements. First, they must have a valid work permit and a duly issued entry invitation for a work visa. This invitation must be accredited by your company through the visa invitation department.

In addition, foreign employees are required to undergo a medical examination as set out in Order 29n of the Russian Ministry of Health. They must also have a valid voluntary health insurance (VHI) policy covering medical services in Russia. Meeting these requirements helps ensure that your foreign specialists work legally and safely within your company.

Document processing times for foreign workers can vary depending on several factors. On average, obtaining a work permit and processing an entry invitation takes between 1 and 3 months.

It is important to note that obtaining a work visa may take an additional 10 to 30 business days, depending on the consulate and the completeness of the submitted documents. You should also allow time for the medical examination and the issuance of a voluntary health insurance (VHI) policy, which can take an extra 1‑2 weeks.

We recommend starting the process as early as possible to avoid delays and ensure your foreign workers arrive at your company on time.

Yes, depending on the profession and your business sector, additional licences or certificates may be required. We can help you obtain them.

If no quotas are available, you may consider hiring highly qualified specialists (HQS). HQS are not subject to quota restrictions and can be brought in for specific tasks that require unique skills and expertise.

For this, you will need to prepare a set of documents justifying the need to recruit such specialists, along with the relevant rationale for their employment at your company.

A highly qualified specialist (HQS) is a professional with in‑depth knowledge and significant work experience in their field. An HQS possesses a high level of expertise, enabling them to effectively solve complex problems and make a meaningful contribution to the development of organisations. Such specialists often hold higher education degrees and additional professional certifications.

It is important to note that HQS status provides certain advantages. In particular, employees with this status are not subject to employment quotas, which simplifies the hiring process and allows organisations to respond more flexibly to market demands. This makes HQS valuable assets for companies seeking innovation and competitiveness.

We provide comprehensive support, including assistance with adaptation, document processing, and medical care. Our team includes interpreters fluent in Hindi and English, enabling us to clearly communicate with your staff and integrate them into work processes without delay.

Refund terms depend on the specific case and are set out in the contract. We are committed to transparency and fairness in our dealings with clients.

Yes, we cover all regions of Russia and can deliver our services anywhere in the country.