How Russians in Georgia can obtain a criminal record certificate from Russia

Russians in Georgia can obtain a certificate of no criminal record through the Russian Interests Section at the Swiss Embassy. The procedure includes several steps:

1. Making an appointment: You must first make an appointment with the Interests Section.
2. Preparing documents: You will need the following documents:
   • Application for a certificate of no criminal record.
   • Original and copy of the internal or valid foreign passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation. If you have changed your last name or first name, you will also need a copy of your marriage certificate or documents confirming the name change.
   • If you are not a citizen of Russia, you will need the original and a copy of your identity document, and a notarized translation of this document into Russian.
3. Submission of documents: Come at the appointed time with the documents prepared.
4. Waiting for processing: A certificate of no criminal record is usually issued within 10-30 calendar days.

It is recommended to clarify specific details in the interests section itself, as the rules and requirements may change.