Russia to Triple Minimum Salary Threshold for Highly Skilled Foreign Workers From March 2027A · FULL TRANSLATION
# foreign talent# minimum wage# 2027 policy
Key Points
- Minimum wage for high-skilled foreign workers to rise from about JPY150,000 to JPY450,000 monthly
- New rule applies to visas valid for at least one year
- Policy aims to attract and retain international talent
Analysis
Russia will raise the minimum monthly salary threshold for highly skilled foreign workers by roughly three times, effective March 2027. A higher threshold effectively tightens white-collar immigration and raises assignment costs for Japanese companies still operating there. Refer to the JETRO original for details.