Exams for foreign nationals will move to an electronic format

From January 1, 2026, the exam in the Russian language, history, and fundamentals of the legislation of the Russian Federation for foreign nationals and stateless persons will be conducted exclusively in computer-based format.

The platform reduces the workload on staff, makes the procedure as transparent as possible, and also ensures a high level of personal data protection. The “ExaM” software suite is included in the Russian software registry and complies with the requirements of the Federal Service for Technical and Export Control of Russia and the Federal Security Service of Russia.

Exam procedure using the “Exam” PC

➡️Participant registration
The exam participant submits a set of documents (passport, passport translation, migration card, etc.). 
The operator enters the participant’s personal data into the “ExaM” PC, uploads scanned copies of the participant’s documents, and automatically generates a pre-filled application to take the exam. The operator must conduct video identification of the participant and assign a workstation for taking the exam.

➡️Conducting the exam
The participant takes the assigned seat, listens to instructions on the procedure and format of the exam, its duration, the time and place for viewing the results, and the procedure and place for receiving the certificate. 
After the instructions, the exam starts automatically; a countdown timer in the upper corner of the monitor shows the time remaining. 
The participant completes the tasks independently. If the exam procedure is violated, the exam may be interrupted and the participant removed from the exam.      

➡️Processing the results
The participant may finish the exam at any time. 
Once the exam is completed, the participant’s result is displayed on the workstation screen within 10 seconds. 
The window that appears will show “Exam passed”/“Exam not passed,” the total number of points earned, and the number of points earned by the participant for each separately assessed part of the test. 
Following a review of the exam video recording, the result may be annulled.      

➡️Uploading to FRDO
At the end of the exam day, the Manager or Administrator exports data from the “ExaM” PC to the FIS FRDO and imports the resulting information into the “ExaM” PC.
The “Exam” PC has functionality for generating all the necessary reporting documents for supervisory authorities.      

➡️Issuing the certificate
It is recommended that certificates be issued on the day the exam is held. 
In the case of a large flow of participants, certificates may be issued at another time, but no later than three business days from the date the exam is taken. 
The certificate template containing the participant’s details is generated and printed in the “ExaM” PC. 
The certificate is issued to the participant in person, or to a person representing the foreign national’s interests under a notarized power of attorney.

The “ExaM” software suite for conducting exams for foreign nationals