November 12, 2019 Russian President has signed an Order amending the government program of relocation of compatriots living abroad.
Starting January 1, 2020 the following regions: Moscow, Moscow Region, Saint-Petersburg and Sevastopol will have the right to develop their own local relocation programs provided there is need for immigrants and conditions for settling them in.
Presidential Order from 12.11.2019 №551 «On amendment of the government program of relocation of compatriots living abroad, introduced by the Presidential Order from 22.06.2006 г. №637»
We will keep you posted on the developments. Meanwhile, should you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us.
Best Regards,
VFBS
Migration Law Department