Deportation, administrative expulsion and a decision not to permit entry are different legal measures in Russia. They have different legal grounds, authorities, procedures and routes for review. The nationality or destination state alone does not decide the outcome; the actual decision and the person’s migration status must be examined.
Identify the measure
Administrative expulsion is an administrative penalty under the Code of Administrative Offences. Deportation is governed by migration law and the Ministry of Internal Affairs procedure. A ban on entry is regulated separately. The first task is to obtain the decision, identify the issuing authority and determine which procedure applies.
Facts that matter
- passport, migration card, visa or residence-permit records;
- the decision, protocol, notice and proof of service;
- the stated legal ground and dates;
- family ties, residence history, work, housing and other individual circumstances;
- any evidence that migration status can be regularised or that the decision is based on an error.
Administrative expulsion
When deciding administrative expulsion, the competent authority must take account of individual circumstances including duration of residence, family situation, tax compliance, income, housing, work and other factors specified by law. A prompt review of the decision and applicable appeal period is essential.
Deportation and legal status
The Ministry of Internal Affairs has a separate deportation procedure. Since 2025, the expulsion regime and register of controlled persons may also affect foreign nationals without lawful grounds to stay. The correct route depends on the status, decision and current facts.
Legal framework
Key sources include Federal Law No. 115-FZ, the Code of Administrative Offences and the Ministry of Internal Affairs deportation procedure. This material is general information and does not determine the result for any individual.