Russia Extends Digital Identification Experiment for Foreign Nationals Until End of 2027
En resumen
- Russia has extended its digital identification experiment (RuID) for visa-free foreign nationals until December 31, 2027.
- The program, initially set to end in June 2026, will now include specific procedures for foreign drivers involved in international road transport.
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Russia is extending an experimental program for the digital identification of visa-free foreign nationals. The program aims to enhance border control and data collection.
MOSCOW, July 1. /TASS/. The experiment on the digital identification (RuID) of foreign nationals entering Russia has been extended until the end of 2027, First Deputy Chairman of the Russian State Duma (lower house of parliament) Committee on Oversight, First Deputy Head of the State Duma faction A Just Russia Dmitry Gusev told TASS.
"The experimental program for the preliminary digital identification of visa-free foreign nationals has been extended until December 31, 2027. Notably, the government decree does not merely extend the timeframe but also clarifies the procedure itself, specifically outlining requirements for foreign drivers engaged in international road transport," he said.
The experiment was originally scheduled to run until June 30, 2026. Under a previously adopted government decree, the experiment is being extended until the end of 2027.
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- What specific data will be collected?
- How will the data be secured?
- What are the implications for privacy?
