The Russian labour market is entering a period of major change. In 2027, a large-scale experiment in organised migrant recruitment is expected to begin and continue until 2029. The state plans to introduce a register-based model and mandatory electronic document management.

What does this mean for business?

Companies accustomed to traditional methods of hiring foreign workers will face new requirements. Those that adapt early will gain access to a transparent and predictable mechanism for mass recruitment.

What changes from 2027?

According to 360.ru, the experiment will cover all Russian regions except Moscow and the Moscow Region.

1.     Register-based model. Employers will be able to recruit foreign workers only after inclusion in a special register.

2.     Fixed-term contracts only. Employment agreements will be concluded for a defined period.

3.     Electronic document management. All information will pass through a unified system operated by the organised recruitment provider.

4.     Taxes allocated to regions. Personal income tax will be paid to regional budgets through fixed advance payments.

Why is this happening now?

The Ministry of Labour forecasts that Russia’s labour shortage could reach 3.1 million people by 2030.

According to SuperJob statistics, 78% of companies already report staffing shortages, rising to 83% in construction.

Where can employers find personnel?

Economic Development Minister Maxim Reshetnikov has highlighted the need to focus on new countries, including Myanmar.

The potential is substantial:

• India — up to one million highly qualified professionals may be ready to work in Russia.
• Sri Lanka — a promising recruitment destination.
• Asian and African countries — a growing pool of motivated workers.
• North Korea — expanding prospects and agreements.

Why is it difficult for businesses to manage this alone?

❌ Without experience of registers and electronic systems, mistakes may lead to workers being refused entry.

❌ Without established recruitment channels, companies risk losing access to the best candidates.

❌ Without professional support for legalisation and documentation, businesses may lose both time and money.

How AMALCO-Personnel turns the challenge into an advantage

We understand turnkey mass recruitment of foreign personnel and are preparing for the new rules in advance:

1. Access to new markets. We have verified recruitment channels and our own skills-testing centres in priority countries.
2. Turnkey electronic document management. We manage the operator’s information system on your behalf.
3. Fixed-term contracts that work. Agreements are prepared in strict compliance with the new requirements.

The year 2027 will become a turning point for the foreign labour market. Companies that prepare early will gain access to millions of motivated specialists.

Prepare for the new rules now.
Submit a request, and we will organise the qualified international workforce your business needs.

Image: Worker selection centre for Russian companies / AMALCO-Personnel LLC.