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Russian Visa & Migration Consulting for Poland

Polish nationals travelling to Russia for business or employment require precise knowledge of Russian visa categories and migration procedures. VisaLink Russia provides compliant, professional support at every stage.

No obligation · EN / RU · Moscow-based since 2003

What we cover

What's included in this service

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    Business Visa Preparation

    We prepare the full documentation for Russian business visas for Polish nationals — invitation letters, consular applications, and travel insurance guidance.

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    HQS Work Permit

    Polish professionals at qualifying salary levels can benefit from the Highly Qualified Specialist permit: quota-free, faster, and valid for up to 3 years.

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    Standard Work Permit

    We handle the quota-based work permit process for roles outside the HQS criteria — quota reservation, employer notifications, and MIA filing.

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    Temporary Residence Permit (RVP)

    We prepare RVP applications for Polish nationals seeking long-term lawful residence in Russia, guiding you through eligibility and MIA submission.

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    Permanent Residence Permit (VNJ)

    We support eligible Polish nationals in transitioning from an RVP to a permanent VNJ — handling all documentation and official submissions.

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    Migration Law Advice

    We advise Polish nationals and their employers on visa category selection, lawful stay duration, and compliance obligations under Russian migration law.

Quick Reference

Visa-free regime No — visa required
Business visa duration Up to 1 year (multi-entry)
HQS salary threshold Minimum required by law
Consulate location Russian Embassy in Warsaw; Consulate in Gdańsk, Kraków, Poznań
Languages supported English, Russian
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No obligation · EN / RU

FAQ

Common questions

Yes. Poland and Russia do not operate a bilateral visa-free regime for ordinary passport holders. A valid Russian visa is mandatory for entry.
Polish nationals can apply at the Embassy of Russia in Warsaw and at Russian consulates in Gdańsk, Kraków, and Poznań, providing multiple convenient submission points.
Yes. Any foreign national, including Polish citizens, employed by a Russian legal entity at or above the statutory salary threshold qualifies for the HQS work permit route.
The employer typically needs: company registration documents, the employment contract, the specialist's qualification documents, and the completed MIA application form. Our team prepares the complete employer filing.
Yes. An RVP authorises lawful residence and, in conjunction with the appropriate work permit, allows employment. We help ensure both documents are aligned.
Yes. Our team handles cases involving prior visa refusals, short-notice timelines, and multi-jurisdictional employment arrangements — situations that require specialist migration expertise.

Planning to work or relocate to Russia?

Tell us your situation — we'll identify the right approach and give you a realistic picture of the process.

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No obligation · Mon–Fri 10:00–18:00 MSK · info@visalink-russia.com