Russia continues to improve its migration policy

Today, at a Government meeting, 2 important draft laws were considered and adopted at first reading.

The first document 
On eliminating the possibility for foreign citizens with an unexpunged or unspent conviction for any crime in Russia or abroad to acquire Russian citizenship or the right to reside in Russia.

Where a temporary residence permit or residence permit has already been issued, it is proposed that it be revoked.

The second document 
On expanding the list of administrative offenses for which foreign citizens are subject to deportation: the number of articles of the Code of Administrative Offenses has been increased to 43, from 22. 

It is also proposed to increase fines for certain offenses, in addition to deportation.