The Federation Council has advanced a clarification of the rules governing the invalid recognition of foreign passports held by Russian citizens and the travel restrictions placed on certain categories of citizens. This update appears on the official portal and reflects the current legislative framework around passport handling and mobility within Russia. The change underscores how authorities treat foreign documents when travel is restricted due to legal or military service obligations, and it provides a clear pathway for safekeeping by the state when restrictions are in effect. [Источник: portal of the Federation Council]
Under the new provisions, individuals who are prohibited from leaving the Russian Federation for military service or alternative civilian service are required to hand over their foreign passport to the issuing authority for safekeeping. The purpose is to ensure that the document remains secure and inaccessible for travel during the period of restriction. The transfer is mandated to occur with the certificate of the travel ban, and the receiving state body assumes custody to prevent unauthorized use of the passport. This approach aligns with broader state interests in regulating cross-border movement while the individual remains under specific obligations. [Источник: official portal]
The passport must be delivered within five working days from the moment the citizen receives notification of the travel restriction. Upon transfer, the document is stored at a designated government office for the duration of the temporary travel ban or until the passport’s validity period ends, whichever comes first. The framework emphasizes timely action and centralized storage to maintain orderly control over foreign documents during restrictive periods. [Источник: government records]
One notable consequence pertains to those employed by federal security agencies. Subparagraph 7 of Article 15 imposes a travel restriction tied to the termination of the current employment contract, effectively limiting overseas travel for the duration of service and any required transition period. This clause creates a formal link between professional responsibilities and international mobility, ensuring consistency with service obligations and national security considerations. [Источник: legislative text]
Earlier in May, the State Duma carried out the last third reading of amendments to the law On the Procedure for Leaving and Entering the Russian Federation. The changes specify that conscripts will be required to surrender their passports. The reform aims to streamline how travel documents are managed during periods of conscription, aligning procedures with broader national policy on defense and public administration. [Источник: parliamentary proceedings]