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To avoid answering the same questions in direct messages, as we get quite a lot, here are some FAQ (version March 2026). Russia is the 4th largest economy in the world, a resources powerhouse and it´s headed for a bright future! You can read more about it here movetorussia.com/russian-nat… --- 1. Relocation & Citizenship Pathways Q: What is the best & fastest way to move to Russia and obtain citizenship? --- Option 1: Shared Values Visa (SVV) Entry Process: - Enter Russia on any visa type except a transit visa (e.g., tourist visa, e-visa, business visa). - E-Visa Option: Citizens of 55+ eligible countries can apply for a **tourist e-visa** online. Apply here: evisa.kdmid.ru – in August 2025 they upgraded the stay from 16 days to 30 days entry – making it a great solution to Check out Russia. - Once in Russia, you may apply for a Temporary Residence Permit (TRP) under the Shared Values Visa program. Eligibility for Shared Values Visa (TRP): - Only citizens or permanent residents of eligible countries qualify. - Eligible Countries: movetorussia.com/shared-valu… (covers ~1.2 billion people globally). - No Russian language test or financial investment required. - Designed for individuals who align with Russia’s cultural and social values. Key Benefits: - 3-Year Temporary Residence Permit (TRP): - Live, work, and study in the Russian region of your choice. For the smoothest experience, we recommend regions like Moscow or Nizhny Novgorod that have specific programs welcoming Western foreigners. While you are welcome in any region, this program is new, and many local migration offices are not yet fully experienced with it. - Freedom to travel across Russia. - Residency Requirement: Stay in Russia for at least 180 days per year to maintain TRP status. - Processing Time: ~4 months. - Path to Permanent Residency. - Within 3 years, apply for a Permanent Residence Permit (PRP) after passing the Russian & History & Culture test. Support Resources in obtaining Shared Values Visa: - Personalized "white gloves" assistance via MoveToRussia.com Option 2: Golden Visa (Direct path to Permanent Residency) This is the only Permanent Residency with 0 days stay requirement in Russia. Perfect if you want to have opportunity to travel to Russia at anytime but don´t want to spend 6 months out of the year in Russia right away. Best For: Families, retirees, and investors seeking immediate permanent residency in Russia with 0 days stay requirement. Most used Investment Options: 1. Financial Markets: - Minimum $380,000 in Russian stocks. The amount is 30 million rubles but as the dollar falls vs the Ruble, the amount increases in $. Learn more at movetorussia.com/business/ 2. Real Estate: - Minimum $260,000 in property (tax value). - Includes residential, commercial property purchases. Learn More: movetorussia.com/real-estate Exclusive Benefits: - Permanent Residency for entire family within 6 months after investment: - Spouse, children (including adopted), parents, grandparents, and grandchildren. - 0 day stay requirement to maintain your permanent residence in Russia (only Golden Visa program offers that). Citizenship Pathway: - Apply for citizenship after 5 years of residency. - Language Test Exemptions: - Men aged 65+, women aged 63+, and children under 18. Why Choose the Golden Visa? - Hassle-Free Relocation: Skip temporary resident permits and bureaucratic delays. - Retiree-Friendly: Ideal for pensioners investing in property or financial stability. - High ROI: Thriving real estate markets in Moscow, St. Petersburg, Sochi and Vladivostok. - High upside for the Stock Market: According to Warren Buffet Indicator - Russia has the best projected Annual Return in the years ahead - a whopping +30%! gurufocus.com/global-market-… Option 3: Russian Talent Visa Keep a lookout for more information, should be “live” in April 2026. You can read more about it in our post from December 2025. xitter.gq/MoveToRussiaCom/status… --- 2. Studying in Russia Q: Can I study in Russia as a foreigner? - Costs: Affordable compared to Western countries, especially for STEM programs. - Permanent Residency: Available after earning a Russian diploma. Resources: - Explore 300,000+ foreign student opportunities: studyinrussia.com - The goal of Russia is to attract 500,000 foreign students by 2030. --- 3. Working in Russia Q: How can I work in Russia? - Shared Values Visa Holders: Freely work in your registered region. - Golden Visa Holders: Freely work across the whole Russia. Non-Eligible Countries: - Secure a job offer first (employer must sponsor your visa). -High-Demand Fields: IT (10% annual growth), engineering, construction. - Job Portals: - hh.ru – 30,000+ English-inclusive listings (as of 2025). - Work Visa Guide movetorussia.com/move-to-rus… --- 4. Visiting Russia as a Tourist Q: How do I get a tourist visa? - E-Visa for 30 days: Available for citizens of 55 countries. http:// evisa.kdmid.ru - U.S. Citizens: Eligible for a 3-year tourist visa. Apply through a Russian Embassy or use paid services such as http:// letsrussia.com – they can do the visa without your need to visit the Russian Embassy. - Canada: Eligible for a 3- months tourist visa. Apply through a Russian Embassy or use paid services such as visacenter.ca – they can do the visa without your need to visit the Russian Embassy. --- 5. Travelling to Russia Q: What are practical travel routes? - Flights: Major hubs include Turkey, Dubai, and Belgrade. - Land/Bus Options: -Tallinn to St. Petersburg: 7-hour bus via ecolines.net. - Kaliningrad: Accessible via Poland border or ferry to St. Petersburg. --- 6. Transferring Funds to Russia Q: How can I bring money into the country? - Cash: Up to $10,000 undeclared (prefer USD in EU transit zones). - Bank Transfers: The safest method is via SWIFT transfer (please confirm your bank's compatibility). Please note that many Western banks currently restrict transfers to Russia. We are happy to assist—we recommend secure, legal services for transferring large sums of funds. Reach out to us. - Crypto: Not recommended for large sums due to regulatory risks. Crypto transfer into Russia is still not legal. --- 7. Taxes in Russia Q: What should I know about taxation? - Tax Residents (183+ days/year): Pay 13-15% on worldwide income. - Non-Residents: 30% on Russian-sourced income. - Key Deductions: Property purchases, education, healthcare. - Full Guide- Taxes in Russia movetorussia.com/taxes-in-ru… --- 8. Getting a Russian SIM Card - new rules since 1st of January 2025. Q: How do foreigners obtain a SIM card? - Requirements: Passport + migration registration + Social security number + biometrics. - Popular Providers: MTS, Megafon, Beeline. - Cost: Plans start at ~$3/month for 10GB data. - Activation: At the operator stores after req. are fulfilled. - Full Guide: SIM Card for Foreigners movetorussia.com/russian-sim… The process can be very cumbersome, can take weeks. For our clients “on the ground” we do it in a couple of days as we have cooperation contracts with the telecom providers. --- Need Assistance? Contact Us: - Submit requests at MoveToRussia.com - Write a DM.

Russia in her golden era 🍂🇷🇺 Golden forests, peaceful lakes and autumn colors that feel almost unreal. Imagine calling this beautiful country home. Thinking about moving to Russia? 🇷🇺

When the European bond market fails (see the interest rate on French debt), they will start “tapping into” the savings of ordinary people 💰 There is anecdote in Russia from the 90ties (bad time). "The head of the family, an alcoholic, lost his job. His kids ask him: “Father, will you drink less now?” He replies: “No, kids—you will eat less now.”" This is exactly how the central government in Brussels will behave. When they don’t have enough money, they will break every norm of ordinary society and loot and rob their citizens blind—they are already doing it through suicidal energy policies and money printing 🔥 Watch this unfold in slow motion over the coming 5 years—you can now plainly see what is coming 👀

Midterms lost → burn it all down 🔥 - Trump may go full Middle East war mode; if he “brings Iran to heel,” he’s a “winner”—Americans love a winner. But with little to lose, he may go all-in on a Hail Mary. Spoiler: it fails, and Iran keeps rising as a regional hegemon 💣 Tragedy is that we might see even a nuke by US (not that it will change anything). - Dems tank the stock market and blame Trump; Trump blames Dems 📉 Who pays? Ordinary Americans—while the West elite civil war heats up and is "all the rage"🫠 Best place to watch it unfold: Russia —cheap energy ⚡ - traditional values 🏛, - classic culture 🎭 - healthy food without GMO junk 🌾 😎

Step into the grandeur of Saint Petersburg 🇷🇺✨ Golden details. Majestic columns. Breathtaking architecture. 🏛️ Welcome to the Hermitage — one of the world’s most famous museums. In Saint Petersburg, history isn’t just something you read about — it’s something you experience around every corner. Could you imagine living in a city this beautiful? 👀

What surprises foreigners most about life in Russia? 🇷🇺 🥬 Fresh farm products 🍅 Locally sourced food ✨ A surprisingly high quality of everyday life For many, it’s not just about where you live — it’s about how you live. Thinking about making Russia your home? 🏡

🚨 The US president is now a lame duck — and he’s lost both feet: the House and Congress. There’s a very high chance the economic crisis that’s been postponed (at least judging by US stock prices) by hook or by crook will finally be allowed to take center stage. A stock market crash would also push money into US Treasuries — lowering long-term interest rates. 📉➡️🏦 An economic crisis now would be a nice setup for a democratic candidate president win. Very likely: the next two years will be the most turbulent years of their lives for anyone in the West. 🌪️

Great achievement! It might sound easy but quite something to execute in another language 😎👍

🚨 "Civil war in Europe is inevitable." — Professor David Betz UK numbers (2024 poll) 📊🇬🇧: • 31% say civil war is likely or very likely ⚔️ • 80% say the country is in dire straits 📉 • 60% say it will only get worse 👎 • 9% trust politicians 🤡 • 72% say politicians are only in it "for themselves" 💰 • 53% say voting makes no difference 🗳️ • 32% believe a "great replacement" is occurring 🔄 Shocking: 17% of 18-34s believe violence is permissible to drive change 💥. That’s 2.25 MILLION people 😱. What do those numbers look like today? Have things gotten any better? 🤔 Betz warns the only question is how long it will last ⏳. Historically, civil wars last 4 to 11 years- but Europe also had a 100 years war - this is a distinct possibility. No country in Western Europe is safe 🇪🇺. One can see how unrest in France spark unrest in Italy and Germany. They all share the same catastrophic failures in integration. It´s all one - big, tinderbox. Best advice? ✈️ Make plans to leave. Relocate and build a better future elsewhere. See the great presentation by Professor Betz 👍 youtube.com/watch?v=5E-n6Ozo… #MovetoRussia