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The ruID mobile application serves as the official platform designed for foreign nationals and stateless individuals planning to enter or currently residing within the Russian Federation. It facilitates the completion of entry applications, provides pertinent information regarding entry restrictions, and offers secure, multifunctional access to various government services.

As of 2025, new entry requirements have been implemented, mandating foreign nationals to submit an entry application and biometric data prior to crossing the border. The ruID app streamlines this process, allowing users to complete all necessary steps remotely with ease and efficiency.

• Submission of an entry application detailing purpose, travel dates, route, and accompanying minors.
• Biometric data submission including facial photograph, passport photograph, and voice recording.
• Real-time monitoring of entry clearance status.

Entry Application Submission

• Intuitive form for planning entry into Russia under visa-free regulations.
• Options to specify travel dates, purpose of visit, route details, and information about children.
• Provision to include urgent entry reasons with supporting documentation if necessary.

Biometric Data Collection

• Submission of facial photo, passport photo, and voice sample for initial biometric verification.
• Data verification conducted through the Unified Biometric System (EBS).

Digital Profile Management

• Automatic generation of a unique Digital Profile ID encapsulating user data such as personal details, citizenship, identification documents, social insurance number (SNILS), tax identification number (INN), visas, travel history, employment information, and details about minors.
• Access to view and manage profile information within the application.

QR Code Functionality

• Generation of a personal QR code containing profile information following account verification and border clearance.
• Presentation capability alongside identification documents to authorities including the Ministry of Internal Affairs.

Integration with Gosuslugi Platform

• Secure authentication via the ESIA (Unified Identification and Authentication System).
• Option to create an ESIA account without requiring a phone number or SNILS, with subsequent upgrade capabilities upon entering Russia if an application was submitted beforehand.
• Access to government services through web portals after arrival in Russia.

Service Access and Notifications

• Webview interface providing access to employment documents, visas, SNILS issuance, INN registration, patents, and work permits.
• Real-time notifications regarding verification statuses, biometric registration outcomes, and document processing updates.
• Functionality for updating personal information and managing or canceling submitted applications.

Multilingual Support

• The application supports Russian, English, and CIS languages including Tajik, Uzbek, Kazakh, Kyrgyz, and Armenian.

Additional Features

• History logs of trips and entry/exit records.
• Access to attached documents such as passports, visas, SNILS cards, etc.

The ruID application represents a comprehensive digital solution for foreign residents in Russia—covering travel planning through full digital identification and service access. It enhances transparency, enables greater control over interactions with government agencies, and simplifies all phases of foreign stay within the Russian Federation.