Russia imposes stricter one-year limit on foreign driving licences
Russia is set to tighten rules on foreign driving licences. New measures will restrict their use for work and limit how long they remain valid after residency is established. The changes affect both foreign nationals and Russians living abroad who return home. The Russian Interior Ministry has proposed stricter controls on international driving permits. Under the new rules, foreign licences held by Russian citizens living overseas will no longer be valid one year after they register their residency in Russia.
The State Duma has also clarified that foreign driving permits cannot be used for business or employment within the country. An exception exists only for nationals of countries where Russian is an official language. For foreign citizens, the same one-year limit applies once they obtain a Russian residence permit or citizenship. After this period, their original driving licences will no longer be recognised.
The proposed changes mean foreign and returning Russian drivers must switch to a local licence within a year of residency registration. Those affected will need to comply with Russian driving regulations to continue operating vehicles legally. The rules aim to standardise licensing for all long-term residents.
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