The Crimean leader, Sergei Aksenov, called for tougher accountability for employers who hire migrants, stating his position on the Crimean television channel Crimea 24. He asserted that proposals to amend federal laws have been forwarded to the government and to the State Duma, aiming to strengthen accountability in migration matters.
According to Aksenov, employers should bear responsibility for their migrant workers until those workers cross the border. He warned that if a worker disappears and the employer cannot account for them, the employer should cover the costs of locating the missing employee. This stance reflects a broader push to impose clearer obligations on employers in the immigration process.
Aksenov also suggested criminal liability for violations of immigration regime rules and the stiffening of penalties for fake marriages involving foreigners. Such proposals are presented as part of a broader effort to tighten immigration controls and ensure compliance with national security priorities.
Toward the end of April, Aksenov had already articulated strong support for tightening Russia’s immigration laws. He emphasized that the ultimate aim of these measures is to enhance the safety and security of Russian citizens and residents.
Earlier, Russia’s Prosecutor General, Igor Krasnov, provided clarification on how measures against immigrants might be tightened, outlining the legal and enforcement pathways being considered or discussed within the federal and regional authorities.