As of August 4, 2014, citizens with dual citizenship have to inform Migration Services of their second citizenship. Criminal liability for non-compliance with the requirements is fee from RUB 200,000 or compulsory community service for 400 hours.
Federal Law No. 142-FZ "On Amending Articles 6 and 30 of the RF Federal Law "On Citizenship of the Russian Federation" and Various RF Laws", dated June 4, 2014, came into force on August 4, 2014.
Other Draft Laws – The Following Proposals Are Currently under Consideration by the RF State Duma:
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penalties for non-payment/late payment of salary shall be increased (from the current RUB 50,000 to RUB 100,000 for companies; from the current RUB 5,000 to RUB 30,000 for CEOs);
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foreign citizens will have to provide documents on their education and qualifications in order to get a work permit for a job requiring special knowledge/skills;
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limitation period for dismissing labor disputes is to be increased from one month to three months.
