The Russian government has approved an agreement with Tajikistan regarding the medical examination of labor migrants from the country before they enter Russia, TASS reported on February 12.
The document stipulates that mandatory medical check-ups will be conducted in Tajikistan prior to arrival in Russia, which is expected to streamline the process for legal employment.
According to a decree published on the official legal information portal, the agreement was signed by the governments of Russia and Tajikistan on October 9, 2025, in Dushanbe.
The intergovernmental agreement has been submitted for ratification to the State Duma.
As noted in the explanatory memorandum, the entry into force of the document will contribute to the development of bilateral relations and provide a legal framework for the medical examinations of labor migrants from Tajikistan.
According to various estimates from Russian and Tajik authorities, hundreds of thousands of Tajik citizens work in Russia every year. Remittances from labor migrants have traditionally played a significant role in Tajikistan's economy.
In recent years, requirements for foreign nationals entering Russia for work have become more stringent. In particular, it became mandatory to undergo medical exams to check for infectious diseases and drug use.
Until now, most migrants underwent medical examinations only after arriving in Russia, which increased financial costs and delays in processing documents.
The agreement signed in October 2025 allows for medical examinations to be conducted in Tajikistan according to standards that align with Russian requirements.
It is expected that this will reduce the time required to obtain patents and other permits, as well as lower the risk of being denied entry due to medical reasons.
The authorities of both countries emphasize that the document aims to streamline labor migration, increase transparency in procedures, and strengthen bilateral cooperation in employment matters.
