Russia is increasing restrictions on labor migration, now in effect across 52 regions. According to Vasily Kuznetsov, Director of the Department for Working with Branches and Representations of Foreign Legal Entities at the Russian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, these limitations are creating challenges for businesses. Companies are reporting increased costs associated with navigating the new regulations and are experiencing a growing shortage of workers. The tightening of rules impacts the availability of foreign labor across a significant portion of the country. These measures signal a broader trend towards stricter immigration policies within Russia. The business community is expressing concern about the economic consequences of these ongoing changes. Further expansion of these restrictions is anticipated.