Monitoring data shows that from October to December, 201,675 people took the exams in Russian as a foreign language, the history of Russia, and the basics of legislation. Of these, 87.9% successfully passed the exam, while 35.5% did not pass on their first attempt.
The examination is conducted at three levels: the first level is required to obtain a work patent in Russia, the second for obtaining a temporary residence permit, and the third for obtaining a residence permit.
Each exam consists of three components: testing in the Russian language, assessment of knowledge of the history of Russia, and verification of the basics of legislation.
