“During the initial phase of the experiment, from December 1, 2024, to June 30, 2026, citizens of Kazakhstan arriving at Moscow's international airports (Domodedovo, Sheremetyevo, Vnukovo, and Zhukovsky), as well as through the road checkpoint of Mashtakovo in the Orenburg region, will be required to provide biometric data — a facial image and fingerprints,” reminded Kazakhstani citizens at the RK embassy in Russia.
Starting in the summer of 2026, this requirement is planned to be implemented at all checkpoints along the Kazakhstan-Russia border. At that time, a digital profile will be created for those entering the Russian Federation.
“Moreover, individuals will be able to create such a profile independently using the RuID application, which will serve as an equivalent to public services for citizens of other countries and will offer the ability to notify about visits and access various services in Russia (for example, obtaining health insurance). The digital profile will be integrated into a number of state systems, including public services,” the message stated.
The embassy advised Kazakhstani citizens to prepare for additional procedures at the checkpoints. This innovation will not affect representatives of diplomatic missions and their families, as well as employees of international organizations and children under six years old.
“Kursiv” reported that Russia intends to create a registry of foreigners who are illegally residing in the country. After the registry launches in February 2025, migrants will be unable to marry, use banking services, drive vehicles, or even enroll their children in schools.
Earlier, Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a law allowing police to deport foreigners without a court decision for certain offenses. Later, he signed a decree on humanitarian support for foreigners who share “traditional Russian spiritual and moral values.”