Fines, expulsion, and entry bans

This page is for Turkish citizens who want to learn about the consequences of violating stay and registration rules in Russia. The penalty for migration violations in Russia often does not end with a fine; deportation and an entry ban lasting for years may also be imposed. From November 3, 2026, fines will increase, and deportation will also apply to foreigners for certain general administrative offenses. Below you will find the current and new amounts, types of deportation, durations of entry bans, and ways to appeal.

• Violating entry rules, migration registration, or movement rules (Administrative Offenses Code, Article 18.8, paragraph 1)
  • today: 2,000–5,000 rubles; deportation may be added
  • from November 3, 2026: 4,000–7,000 rubles
• Not having a document proving the right to stay, failing to report its loss, or not leaving the country when the period expires (paragraph 1.1)
  • today: 2,000–5,000 rubles and mandatory deportation
  • from November 3, 2026: 4,000–7,000 rubles and mandatory deportation
• The actual work performed in Russia does not correspond to the declared purpose of entry (paragraph 2), for example, working with a tourist visa
  • today: 2,000–5,000 rubles; deportation may be added
  • from November 3, 2026: 4,000–7,000 rubles
• If these violations are committed in Moscow, St. Petersburg, the Moscow Region, or the Leningrad Region (paragraphs 3 and 3.1)
  • today: 5,000–7,000 rubles; deportation is mandatory in cases involving the absence of a document or overstaying
  • from November 3, 2026: 7,000–9,000 rubles
• Repeated within one year (paragraph 4): today 5,000–7,000 rubles, from November 3, 2026, 7,000–9,000 rubles; deportation is mandatory and cannot be carried out in the form of “controlled voluntary departure.”
• Repeated within one year in the four major regions (paragraph 5): today 7,000–10,000 rubles, from November 3, 2026, 9,000–12,000 rubles; deportation is mandatory.

• Unauthorized work (Article 18.10): see R3.5.
• Avoiding or refusing a medical examination (Article 18.11.1): 25,000–50,000 rubles; deportation may be added (see R2.3).
• Knowingly providing false information or forged documents in migration registration (Article 19.27): today 2,000–5,000 rubles, 5,000–7,000 rubles in the four major regions; deportation may be added. From November 3, 2026, 4,000–7,000 and 7,000–9,000 rubles.
• For the person inviting or hosting you (Article 18.9):
  • 2,000–4,000 rubles for a person who fails to fulfill migration registration obligations (4,000–6,000 from November 3, 2026)
  • 2,000–4,000 rubles for a person who fails to ensure that the invited foreigner acts in accordance with the purpose of entry or leaves on time (4,000–6,000 from November 3, 2026)
  • 2,000–5,000 rubles for a person who provides a home, vehicle, or services to a foreigner violating the rules (4,000–7,000 from November 3, 2026)
  • 400,000–500,000 rubles for companies; the fine is imposed separately for each foreigner

• Federal Law 294-FZ adds separate paragraphs for foreigners to certain general articles of the Administrative Offenses Code. These paragraphs provide for deportation in addition to a fine. Examples:
  • failure to comply with a lawful order of the police (Article 19.3): 2,000–4,000 rubles and deportation
  • minor disorderly conduct (мелкое хулиганство, Article 20.1): 500–1,000 rubles and deportation or administrative detention for up to 15 days
  • violating the rules for meetings, rallies, and demonstrations (Article 20.2): 30,000–50,000 rubles and deportation
  • failure to comply with a lawful order of a border guard (Article 18.7): 5,000–7,000 rubles and deportation
  • displaying prohibited symbols (Article 20.3) and publicly distributing extremist materials (Article 20.29): deportation and confiscation
  • participating in the activities of an organization declared “undesirable” (Article 20.33): 5,000–15,000 rubles and deportation
• For which conduct is considered an offense in Russia, see R10.3 and R8.6.

• Administrative expulsion (административное выдворение): a penalty imposed for an administrative offense. The decision is made by a court or an authorized body specified by law. There are two forms:
  • Forced expulsion (принудительное выдворение): the decision is enforced immediately. The foreigner may be held in a special facility until departure.
  • Controlled voluntary departure (контролируемый самостоятельный выезд): after the decision becomes final, the foreigner leaves the country independently within 5 days. This form may be ordered if the costs are paid by the foreigner or the inviting party.
• Deportation (депортация): carried out by decision of the Ministry of Internal Affairs if a foreigner whose period of stay has been shortened or whose residence permit has been canceled does not leave on time (see R2.2).
• The foreigner pays the costs. If the foreigner has no money, the person or organization that invited the foreigner pays.
• An unpaid fine does not stop enforcement of a deportation decision.
• When choosing between forced expulsion and controlled voluntary departure, the authority imposing the deportation penalty considers how long you have lived in Russia, your family, tax payments, income, housing, profession, compliance with the law, and whether you have applied for citizenship.

• The law requires entry to be denied in the following cases:
  • after administrative expulsion or deportation: 5 years; 10 years if it occurs two or more times
  • two or more administrative offenses within one year: for offenses related to public order and security, the stay regime, or work rules, 5 years from the date the last decision becomes final
  • overstaying during a previous stay:
    • exceeding the total 90-day stay permitted in one calendar year under the wording of the law: 3 years from departure
    • remaining in the country for more than 180 days and up to 270 days after the end of the stay period: 5 years
    • remaining in the country for more than 270 days after the end of the stay period: 10 years
  • unpaid tax or administrative fine from a previous stay or unpaid deportation costs: until the debt is paid in full
  • an uncleared conviction for an intentional offense
  • using forged documents
  • a decision declaring the person “undesirable,” or grounds of state security or public order
• In cases of expulsion, deportation, and certain other bans, a mark indicating this status may be placed in your passport.

• Entry may be denied in the following cases:
  • failing to leave within 30 days after the end of the stay period: 3 years from departure. This ban does not apply if departure was impossible because of emergency treatment, a serious illness, the death of a close relative living in Russia, or force majeure.
  • two or more administrative offenses within three years (any administrative offense, including traffic offenses): 3 years from the date the last decision becomes final
  • knowingly providing false information about yourself or the purpose of your visit
  • violating border-crossing, customs, or health rules at a border checkpoint: until the violation is remedied
  • participating in the activities of organizations declared “undesirable” or extremist

• The “Check entry restrictions” (Проверка ограничений на въезд) link on Gosuslugi’s foreign workers page directs you to the inquiry service of the Main Directorate for Migration Affairs of the Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs (ГУВМ МВД).
• The Embassy of Russia in Ankara also recommends making this inquiry before applying for a visa (see R1.8).

• An administrative fine or expulsion decision must be appealed within 10 days from the day the decision was given to you or served on you. If the deadline was missed for a valid reason, an extension may be requested.
• The proceedings are conducted in Russian. You have the right to give explanations in your own language, request an interpreter, and receive assistance from a lawyer (see R10.2).
• You may appeal decisions covered by the register of persons under control to a higher authority or a court (see R2.4).

• Embassy of the Republic of Türkiye in Moscow
  • Address: 7 Rostovskiy pereulok 12, 115127 Moscow
  • Consular switchboard: +7 495 994 93 59 (telephone information about consular matters 14:30–18:00)
  • Switchboard: +7 495 994 48 08
  • Duty phone: +7 906 770 11 90 (weekdays 18:00–09:00 and public holidays)
• Consulate General of the Republic of Türkiye in Kazan
  • Address: Ulitsa Maksima Gorkogo 23/27, 420015 Kazan, Tatarstan
  • Telephone: +7 843 299 53 10 · +7 843 299 53 11 (information about consular matters on weekdays 14:30–18:00)
  • Duty phone: +7 937 524 93 17
• Consulate General of the Republic of Türkiye in Krasnodar — Republic of Adygea, Krasnodar Region, and Rostov Region
  • Address: Ulitsa Severnaya 369, 350002 Krasnodar
  • Telephone: +7 861 214 12 51
  • Duty phone: +7 918 632 54 92
• Consulate General of the Republic of Türkiye in St. Petersburg
  • Address: 7-ya Sovetskaya Ulitsa 24, 191036 St. Petersburg
  • Switchboard: +7 812 577 18 12 · consular matters: +7 812 577 44 69 (afternoons on weekdays)
  • Duty phone: +7 933 340 91 33
• Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye Consular Call Center (24/7): +90 312 292 29 29
• Appointments for consular services are made through konsolosluk.gov.tr. For areas of responsibility, see O1.1.

• Thinking that the matter is closed after paying the fine. An expulsion decision and entry ban may also be imposed.
• Leaving Russia with an unpaid fine or tax debt. An entry ban arises until the debt is paid.
• Ignoring minor administrative offenses accumulated within one year, including traffic offenses.
• Missing the 10-day appeal deadline.
• Signing without understanding the decision. Exercise your right to request an interpreter.

• I overstayed my visa by a few days. Can I no longer enter Russia? Overstaying is an administrative offense; a fine and expulsion may be imposed. If you are expelled, a 5-year entry ban arises. If you overstay by more than 30 days, a 3-year ban may also be imposed.
• I was expelled. Can I have the ban lifted? Mandatory bans under the law apply until they expire. It is important to appeal the decision within the deadline. Consult a lawyer.
• Can a traffic fine lead to an entry ban? Two or more administrative offenses within three years may be grounds for a discretionary 3-year entry ban. An unpaid fine prevents entry until it is paid.
• I was detained. Who should I call? Call the duty phone of the Turkish mission responsible for the region where you are located, or the 24/7 Consular Call Center. Exercise your right to request an interpreter and a lawyer.

• Administrative Offenses Code, Article 18.8: stay and registration violations
• Federal Law 294-FZ: amendments entering into force on November 3, 2026
• Federal Law 114-FZ, Article 27: mandatory entry bans
• Federal Law 114-FZ, Article 26: discretionary entry bans
• Gosuslugi – services for foreign workers (entry restriction inquiry)
• Consular appointment system of the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs