Russia to deport 222 after Moscow Region illegal immigration operation

Russia's Interior Ministry announced that 320 foreigners were detained in the 'Illegal-2026' operation in Moscow Region, and 222 of them will be deported. Additionally, 90 employers were fined for employing illegal immigrants.

Scraper SystemJuly 22, 2026, 08:38 AM

Russia to deport 222 after Moscow Region illegal immigration operation

The Moscow Regional Directorate of Russia's Interior Ministry conducted a large-scale operation against illegal immigration around the capital. Officials reported that 222 foreigners will be deported as a result of this operation, dubbed 'Illegal-2026'.

According to ministry official Tatyana Petrova, construction sites, commercial enterprises, vehicle drivers, and public transport passengers were inspected during the 10-day operations in the Leninsky urban district. A total of 320 foreign nationals were detained in these inspections.

Petrova stated that 463 administrative reports were filed against the detainees for violations such as breaching the residence regime in Russia, illegal work, and repeated immigration law violations. Additionally, proceedings were initiated against 6 foreigners who failed to undergo mandatory health checks and did not comply with patent application deadlines.

Each violator was fined between 4,000 and 40,000 rubles. Petrova said, '222 foreigners will leave the country through controlled independent exit, and 3 foreigners will be forcibly placed in the Temporary Detention Center for Foreign Citizens.'

During the operation, 90 employers who hired illegal immigrants were identified and fined administratively. Additionally, 3 individuals accused of organizing the stay of illegal immigrants in Russia were detained. Criminal cases were opened against them under Article 322.1 of the Russian Criminal Code, and they were subjected to a travel ban and judicial supervision.

Source: RIA Novosti

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