Opposition MP addresses Armenian drivers` concerns regarding changes  in Russian migration laws

ArmInfo.Armenia" responded to the concerns of Armenian truck drivers regarding changes in Russian  migration legislation, that limit the period of stay for foreign citizens in the Russian Federation to 90 days without a visa within a year, starting from January 1, 2025.  Danielyan noted  on his Facebook page that  he has sent letters to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Migration and Citizenship Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Armenia with a request to clarify the situation.

In a response letter, as the oppositionist indicated, the Migration  and Citizenship Service of Armenia reported that the Armenian side  took part in a video conference held on February 12, 2025, organized  by the Department of Labor Migration and Social Protection of the  Economic Commission for Europe (EEC).  "During the video conference,  the provisions of the decision regarding testing to confirm the rules  and conditions for the entry and exit of foreigners and stateless  persons into the Russian Federation, as well as their potential  impact on the activities of labor migrants from the EAEU member  states in Russia, were discussed," the deputy noted.

Danielyan also reported that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of  Armenia provides similar information, adding that the Russian side is  ready to offer a solution to the issue. The deputy assured that he  will continue to monitor the situation and keep the public informed  of any new developments.