Foreigners banned from working as taxi drivers in Leningrad Region
It became known about the ban that was introduced against foreigners.
At least until the end of the year, migrants will be deprived of the right to carry out activities related to the transportation of people.
The regional prosecutor's office reported this on its Telegram channel.
The initiative to establish a ban was put forward by the Leningrad Region prosecutor, and the proposal was supported by the region’s governor.
It is noted that this ban was established in accordance with the law adopted back in 2002, regulating the legal status of foreign citizens in the Russian Federation.
According to the document, local authorities can regulate and impose bans on migrants carrying out certain types of activities.
The Leningrad Region authorities have decided to introduce restrictions on the passenger taxi industry, as well as rented cars with drivers.
Until the end of 2024, only local residents will be able to work in these positions in the Leningrad Region. The ban came into effect on August 19.
