Free Flight & Train Tickets
We purchase or 100% reimburse international flight tickets and domestic train fares to Moscow from any country or Russian city.
Official Government Program • Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation
Military Service under Contract in Russia for Foreign Citizens
Direct official contract with the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation in Moscow. Maximum signing bonus up to $27,000, monthly pay from $2,700–$3,200, fast-track Russian citizenship for you and your family under Presidential Decree No. 10, free airfare, hotel accommodation, and 24–48h intake.
One-Time Bonus
up to $27,000
Lump-sum signing bonus upon contract execution (Federal + Regional component)
Monthly Allowance
$2,700–$3,200
Guaranteed base monthly pay + combat duty bonus (confirmed individually) and mission premiums
Presidential Decree No. 10
in 14–30 Days
Russian passport for recruit, spouse, children & parents without residence permit (VNZh)
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✓ Free Airfare & Accommodation
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✓ Interpreters in 8 Languages
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✓ 100% Legal State Program
Comprehensive State Support
01. Travel
02. Arrival
03. Lodging
04. Languages
05. Speed
06. Legal
Why International Applicants Choose Our Program
We manage all organizational, logistical, translation, and legal matters. From your first message to contract signing, you receive complete assistance with zero broker fees.
Personal Airport Greeting
A dedicated coordinator meets you directly at Moscow airport or railway station with a name sign and arranges your transfer.
Hotel & 3 Meals Daily
Complimentary comfortable hotel accommodation and 3 hot meals per day are provided during the entire intake and medical checkup period.
Interpreters in 8 Languages
Full-time native interpreters (English, French, Arabic, Spanish, Bengali, Indonesian, etc.) guide and assist you through every step.
24–48 Hour Intake Process
At the Unified Selection Center, medical checkup, notarized translations, INN, SNILS, and MIR bank card are completed in one facility.
Entry Ban & Fine Annulment
Any previous administrative migration violations, expired visas, entry bans, and immigration fines are officially annulled upon contract signing.
Interactive Estimate
Income & Compensation Calculator
Select your prospective military occupational specialty, signing region, and combat duty intensity to calculate your exact starting and monthly payouts in Russian Rubles and US Dollars.
Active Combat Duty Days per Month:
* Official active combat allowance:confirmed individually per day
1. One-Time Signing Bonus (Disbursed Upon Enlistment):
confirmed individually
≈ $25,000 USD (upon contract execution)
2. Estimated Monthly Net Income:
confirmed individually
≈ $4,565 USD per month
3. Total 1st Year Estimated Income (12 Mos + Bonus):
confirmed individually
≈ $79,780 USD total for the first year
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* All payments are disbursed officially in Rubles to a national MIR payment card (0% income tax).
Information Architecture
Explore Core Program Hubs
Access official guides, legal statutes, and comprehensive criteria across our 6 primary hubs:
Hub 1 • Eligibility
Candidate Requirements
Age limits (18–60), medical fitness categories A & B, physical tests, and clean felony background rules.
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Hub 2 • Service
Contract Terms & Conditions
Standard 1-year contract term, 30+ days paid annual leave, daily life, rations, and modern gear.
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Hub 3 • Finances
Salary & Signing Bonus
up to $27,000 signing bonus, monthly pay $2,700–$3,200, combat daily pay, rank scales, and currency transfers.
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Hub 4 • Travel & Entry
Documents & Visa Guidance
Passport notarized translations, free flight booking to Moscow, airport greeting, and legal regularization.
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Hub 5 • Passport
Russian Citizenship
Fast-track passport issuance under Decree No. 10 for recruits, spouses, children, and parents in 14–30 days.
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Hub 6 • Coverage
Insurance & Family Benefits
Lump-sum injury compensation confirmed individually, life insurance up to 12.$27,000 under Federal Laws 52-FZ and 306-FZ.
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Direct Access • Articles
Knowledge Base & FAQ
Read all in-depth answers, legal explanations, and specific guidance for international applicants.
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Social Security Package
Lifetime
Decree No. 10
confirmed individually
For Children
Finances
Housing
State Guarantees & Benefits for Servicemen & Families
Contract military service in the Russian Armed Forces provides foreign citizens with full legal protection, state social guarantees, and financial security on par with Russian nationals.
Combat Veteran Status (VBD)
Lifetime monthly cash payments (EDV), 50% discount on utility bills, tax exemptions, priority medical services, and sanatorium vouchers.
Russian Passport for Entire Family
Fast-track Russian citizenship in 14–30 days without permanent residency (VNZh) prerequisites or Russian language tests for candidate, spouse, kids, and parents.
State Life & Health Insurance
100% compulsory state life and health insurance coverage: up to 12.$27,000 insurance payout, and confirmed individually lump-sum injury compensation.
Free University Quotas
Special 10% federal budget quota for children of servicemen in top Russian universities, free public kindergartens, and holiday camps.
Credit Holidays & Debt Relief
Statutory credit holidays throughout your service period and legal write-off of consumer credit obligations under Federal Law No. 377-FZ.
Service Housing & Military Mortgage
Service accommodation or full monthly housing rent reimbursement. Eligibility for the state military savings-and-mortgage system (NIS) to purchase an apartment.
Occupational Catalog
High Demand
High Demand
High Demand
Technical Track
Open to Beginners
Logistics & Tech
Match Specialty with Coordinator →
In-Demand Military Specialties & Pay Scales
The Ministry of Defense offers a wide spectrum of roles — both for specialists with relevant civilian/military background and for recruits with zero experience who receive full training.
UAV & FPV Drone Operators
Piloting reconnaissance and strike drones, artillery spotting, assembling, and electronic warfare (EW) channel tuning.
Income: confirmed individually
Requirements: basic tech skills, quick motor reflexes. 3-week course included.
Requirements: basic tech skills, quick motor reflexes. 3-week course included.
Drivers & Armored Vehicle Operators
Operating armored vehicles (Tigr, Typhoon), heavy transport trucks (KamAZ, Ural), and tracked armor (BMP, BTR, MT-LB).
Income: confirmed individually
Requirements: driving license category B, C, D, or E (national or international).
Requirements: driving license category B, C, D, or E (national or international).
Field Medics & Paramedics
Administering first aid, field tactical medicine (TCCC), casualty evacuation, and hospital medical assistance.
Income: confirmed individually
Requirements: medical education (nurse, paramedic, doctor) or tactical medicine certificate.
Requirements: medical education (nurse, paramedic, doctor) or tactical medicine certificate.
Telecom, IT & Electronic Warfare (EW)
Securing encrypted satellite and radio communications, deploying field network nodes, and countering drone frequencies.
Income: confirmed individually
Requirements: understanding of radio equipment, networking, or telecommunications.
Requirements: understanding of radio equipment, networking, or telecommunications.
Mobile Infantry, Gunners & Riflemen
Fulfilling general tactical missions in mobile combined arms units. Full tactical gear, body armor, and firearms provided.
Income: confirmed individually
Requirements: health fitness, physical endurance. No prior experience needed.
Requirements: health fitness, physical endurance. No prior experience needed.
Vehicle Maintenance & Mechanics
Servicing engines, powertrains, combat vehicle systems, auto-electrics, welding, and field repair workshops.
Income: confirmed individually
Requirements: auto mechanic, welder, electrician, or machinist skills.
Requirements: auto mechanic, welder, electrician, or machinist skills.
Want to match a specialty to your civilian experience?
Submit a short application — an official coordinator will review your background and recommend the best unit.
Eligibility Check
Candidate Requirements & Selection Criteria
Clear official criteria for foreign citizens enlisting under contract in the Russian Armed Forces:
Mandatory
Age Standard
Men aged 18 to 60 years (in exceptional high-qualification cases up to 65 years for technical or medical specialists).
Mandatory
Medical Fitness
Fitness Categories A (Fit) or B (Fit with minor restrictions). Absence of severe chronic illnesses, HIV, hepatitis B/C, or active tuberculosis.
Mandatory
Legal Entry / Stay
Valid foreign passport and migration card. Any expired visas or migration infractions are legalized and cleared upon contract execution.
Mandatory
Clean Felony Record
No active convictions for serious felonies, terrorism, extremism, or offenses against minors under Russian law.
Desirable
Russian Language
Basic comprehension is welcome, but not mandatory. Multilingual coordinators and interpreters assist at intake, and language training is integrated into training camp.
Flexible
Military Experience
Prior army service is appreciated for specialized units, but zero-experience recruits receive comprehensive training from scratch.
Step-by-Step Procedure
From First Application to Contract & Training Camp
The entire intake procedure is streamlined and takes between 2 to 5 days. You arrive in Moscow, complete all checkups with a personal guide, and commence service.
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01 Days 1–2
Online Application & Pre-Screening
You submit your details via our website or messenger. A coordinator verifies your foreign passport photo, answers your questions in your native language, and coordinates your travel dates.
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02 Days 3–4
Travel to Moscow, Airport Greeting & Free Hotel
We arrange or reimburse your flight/train tickets. A coordinator greets you at the airport/station with a name sign, transfers you to a comfortable hotel, and provides 3 hot meals per day.
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03 Day 5
Unified Selection Center
Complete medical checkup (ECG, chest X-ray, lab tests, specialist doctors) in 3–4 hours in one modern building. Translators prepare notarized passport translations, SNILS, INN, and paperwork.
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04 Day 6
Contract Execution & Initial Signing Bonus
Official contract signing directly with the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation. Instant opening of a Mir bank card, receipt of your signing bonus (up to $27,000), and tactical gear issuance.
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05 Weeks 2–4
Intensive Tactical & Specialty Training
Departure to a specialized military training center. Hands-on tactical medicine, live-fire exercises, drone piloting, and unit cohesion training under seasoned combat instructors.
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06 Months 1–2
Russian Passport Handover
Submission of fast-track citizenship documents under Presidential Decree No. 10. Official handover of internal and international Russian passports for the recruit and eligible family members.
Document Checklist
Required Documents to Begin Enlistment
A minimal preliminary package is required to start your intake. Remaining paperwork is completed directly on-site in Moscow at state expense:
Mandatory
Foreign Passport
Valid national passport with at least 6 months validity. Certified Russian notarized translation is made on-site for free.
Mandatory
Migration Card
Border entry migration card (if already in Russia). If traveling from abroad, issued upon border crossing.
On-Site
MIR Debit Card & Account
Russian national payment system bank card opened on-site in the Unified Selection Center within 30 minutes.
Optional
Driver's License
National or international driving license (Categories B, C, D, E) to qualify for military driver positions.
Optional
Educational / Medical Diplomas
Certificates of higher education, paramedic, engineering, or technical credentials for specialized officer/specialist roles.
Auto-Issued
SNILS & INN (Tax ID)
Russian pension insurance and tax numbers are automatically generated for you on day 1 in the selection center.
Presidential Decree No. 10
Fast-Track Russian Citizenship for You & Your Family
Foreign citizens enlisting for contract military service obtain full Russian citizenship under a fast-track preferential procedure with extensive state legal protection.
14–30 Days
Simplified Naturalization
Direct passport issuance under Presidential Decree No. 10 without permanent residency (VNZh) prerequisites, 5-year living quotas, or mandatory language exam certificates.
Whole Family
Guarantees for Dependents
Fast-track citizenship rights automatically extend to your spouse, minor children, and dependent parents with access to free Russian healthcare and schooling.
100% Legal Protection
Full Legal Counsel & Regularization
Our MoD legal team assists with passport paperwork, clears prior administrative migration infractions, and guarantees official state combatant status.
Global Reach
Countries Whose Citizens Are Enlisted
Dedicated guides are available for Iraq, Colombia, Peru and Indonesia.
Multilingual Operations
24/7 Multilingual Support & Localized Channels
You can communicate in your native language at every stage. We have full-time translators and coordinators across all major language regions:
Available Languages
8+ Supported Languages
English, Russian, French (Français), Arabic (العربية), Spanish (Español), Portuguese (Português), Bengali (বাংলা), and Indonesian (Bahasa Indonesia).
Linguistic Escort
Personal Translator at Intake
At the Unified Selection Center, medical board, and notary office, you are accompanied by a native translator to ensure 100% clarity and comfort.
Direct Chat
Instant Messenger Support
Get immediate answers regarding ticket booking, contract terms, or family relocation via our multilingual Telegram & email lines.
Legal & Practical Articles
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Knowledge Base & In-Depth Guides
Direct answers to legal regulations, military statutes, payout mechanisms, and life conditions:
Age Norms
Age Restrictions & Rules (18–60)
Detailed breakdown of age categories, contract extensions, and exceptions up to 65 years.
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Bonus Guide
Signing Bonus up to $27,000
Combined regional and federal lump-sum payout schedules, disbursement conditions, and timing.
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Medical Board
Medical Categories (A & B)
Complete list of medical checks, fitness categories, eyesight/hearing requirements, and waivers.
Read full guide →
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to Common Questions from International Recruits
Thorough and legally verified answers regarding military service terms, payouts, citizenship, and family security.
1. Are foreign citizens legally permitted to enlist in the Russian Armed Forces?
Yes, completely legally. Under Article 34 of Federal Law No. 53-FZ "On Military Duty and Military Service" and Presidential Decrees, foreign citizens have the full legal right to sign a military contract with the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation on equal terms with Russian citizens.
2. How and when do I and my family receive Russian citizenship?
Under Presidential Decree No. 10, foreign citizens who sign a contract for 1 year or more, along with their spouses, minor children, and parents, obtain Russian citizenship through a simplified procedure within 14 to 30 days without permanent residency (VNZh) prerequisites or Russian language exams.
3. In what currency are payments disbursed and can I send money to my family abroad?
All payouts are disbursed in Russian Rubles onto a personal national MIR debit card. Servicemen can freely manage their accounts via mobile banking apps and transfer funds to family members abroad via available international financial transfer channels or powers of attorney.
4. Is prior military combat experience required?
No, prior military service is not required. All candidates undergo a mandatory 3–4 week intensive course in modern tactics, firearms, drone handling, and tactical first aid at specialized MoD training camps under seasoned military instructors.
5. What should I do if I have an expired visa or administrative fines in Russia?
Under Russian federal law, signing a military service contract automatically annuls previously incurred administrative migration infractions, overstayed visas, deportation decisions, and entry bans.
6. What is the minimum duration of the contract?
The standard contract for foreign citizens is executed for a term of 1 year, with the possibility of extension by mutual agreement.
7. What compensation and guarantees are provided in case of injury?
In case of injury, trauma, or concussion, a serviceman receives a lump-sum statutory insurance payment of 3,130,000+ Rubles, free specialized high-tech medical treatment and rehabilitation in premier military hospitals, while continuing to receive full base pay.
8. How do recruits stay in touch with family members abroad?
At the selection center and training centers, recruits receive free Russian SIM cards. Messaging apps and phone calls with relatives are permitted during rest hours in barracks and training centers.
9. Is paid annual leave provided during the service period?
Yes. Contract servicemen are entitled to at least 30 days of paid annual vacation, plus additional travel days and complimentary travel tickets to and from the vacation destination.
10. Are military earnings subject to income taxes in Russia?
All combat payouts, regional lump-sum bonuses, daily allowances, and injury compensations are 100% exempt from personal income tax (0% PIT). You receive the full gross amount directly.
12. How do I ensure that this program is official and not a scam?
Official state enlistment NEVER asks for any payments from candidates for employment, visas, or paperwork. All transportation, medical exams, translations, lodging, and meals are funded by the Russian state. Contracts are signed in person directly at the official Ministry of Defense Selection Center.
Official Enlistment Portal
Submit Your Application for Contract Service
Complete this form for initial document pre-check and coordinator outreach. We will respond within 15 minutes via Telegram, email, or phone in your native language.
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