Russian Federal Migration Service

The Russian Federal Migration Service (FMS) was a government agency responsible for managing migration, visas, registration of foreign nationals, and citizenship in Russia. It handled issuing permits, tracking foreign residents, and enforcing immigration laws. In 2016, it was merged into the Ministry of Internal Affairs, streamlining migration and internal security functions under a single authority. The FMS played a key role in regulating who could enter, stay, and work in Russia, ensuring compliance with national policies. Its work is essential for managing the movement of people, maintaining security, and supporting the country’s demographic and economic needs.