Russia has proposed raising income taxes for migrants.

A proposal has been put forward in Russia to increase the personal income tax (PIT) for migrants to 30%. This was reported by TASS, citing a statement by Andrei Lugovoi, First Deputy Leader of the LDPR faction.

Lugovoi explained the initiative, noting: "We propose raising the PIT for migrants to 30%—they use our infrastructure, our healthcare, and our order; let them pay for it at the full rate."

Furthermore, the deputy believes that non-payment of taxes should result in deportation from the Russian Federation. "No tax holidays or installment plans: if you don't pay, you leave the country," he emphasized.

Another proposal includes the creation of a special advance account required for entry into the country. It is envisaged that migrants or their employers would deposit funds into this account to cover all potential expenses, such as deportation, detention centers, legal fees, and fines. "Everything must be paid for in advance, not at the expense of the Russian budget," Lugovoi stated.

"Migration policy must be adapted to Russia's interests. We need a unified system of state oversight that will allow us to understand where a foreigner is located, on what basis they live and work, whether they pay taxes, and whether they comply with the law," the deputy concluded.

A requirement had already been introduced requiring migrants to have an income sufficient to support themselves and their dependents in Russia, which must be no less than the subsistence minimum, taking into account the regional coefficient.

Furthermore, when applying for a patent, migrants are required to make a fixed advance payment of personal income tax not only for themselves but also for all their minor children. Failure to comply with these conditions will result in the patent or work permit not being renewed.