The Russian Golden Visa program is a unique tool for attracting foreign investment by providing residence permits in exchange for economic contributions.
Launched in January 2023, this initiative aims to support economic growth and improve the investment climate in Russia. Participation in the program allows foreign citizens and their families to obtain a residence permit without first obtaining a temporary residence permit, significantly facilitating the process of adapting to and conducting business in the country. Details and recommendations for preparing documents and completing all stages of the application process are available at the link: how to get a Russian visa.
Obtaining a visa
Foreign investors participating in the program can expect a significant expansion of business opportunities, free access to Russia’s markets and resources, and comfortable conditions for raising a family. Furthermore, Golden Visa holders enjoy the opportunity to freely cross the country’s borders and conduct business without bureaucratic obstacles. To obtain a residence permit under the Golden Visa program, one of the following conditions must be met:
- Make an investment of at least 15 million rubles in socially significant projects in Russia’s regions.
- Invest 30 million rubles in the authorized capital of an existing Russian company with a three-year history and annual tax payments of at least 6 million rubles.
- Register your own business in Russia, operating for at least two years and paying at least 4 million rubles annually to the budget.
Acquire real estate during construction or within the first two years after commissioning. The minimum property value is 20 million rubles in the Far East, 25 million rubles in the regions, and 50 million rubles in Moscow.
Move to Russia can assist with obtaining a residence permit.
Visa Documents
To apply for a residence permit, you must submit:
- Identity document (international passport) and its notarized translation.
- Documents confirming legal residence in Russia (visa or migration card).
- Financial documents confirming the investment (statements, contracts, tax returns).
- Certificates from the Federal Tax Service confirming the absence of outstanding taxes.
Application review takes up to four months. The state fee is 5,000 rubles.
