GUVM MVD (Migration Service)

GUVM MVD (Main Directorate for Migration Affairs of the Ministry of Internal Affairs) is the body responsible for migration registration of foreign nationals, issuing private invitations, residence registration, and work permit processing. Previously these functions were performed by the FMS (Federal Migration Service), abolished in 2016.

In Detail

GUVM MVD is the government body that replaced the FMS in 2016. Key functions include migration registration, issuing private invitations, visa extensions, and work permits. Important: GUVM MVD (not the consulate) processes private invitations.

FAQ

What is the difference between GUVM MVD and FMS?

GUVM MVD is the successor to FMS, abolished in 2016.

Migration card
What documents does GUVM MVD issue for foreigners?

GUVM MVD processes residence registration, private invitations, visa extensions, and work permits.

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Translations

ruГУВМ МВД (миграционная служба)
enGUVM MVD (Migration Service)
deGUVM MVD (Migrationsdienst)
frGOUVM MVD (Service de migration)
esGUVM MVD (Servicio de migración)
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