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.cf/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.

Excellent read on why much of the Western economy is “inflated.” 📖 For future competitiveness & sovereignty, look for the following in a country: ⚡️ Low energy & resource costs 🌾 Food self-sufficiency 🧠 Skilled people + investment in R&D Russia has all three — and that stability is worth a premium in the turbulent times ahead. It enables growth and development in a world in flux — likely the defining challenge of this century. 🇷🇺 This is why Russia is an excellent place to be for you and your whole family 👍 #Economy #Energy #FoodSecurity #RND #Russia

Russia 🎨🇷🇺 Centuries of history, world-class masterpieces, and a cultural legacy that still inspires the world. You don’t just visit Russia—you experience art, history, and beauty at every turn. ✨ Which Russian art museum is on your bucket list? 👀

When Russia turns to gold… 🍂🇷🇺 Golden leaves, peaceful parks, quiet lakes and autumn colors that look straight out of a fairytale. ✨ This is autumn in Russia — a season that makes even an ordinary walk feel magical. Could you imagine spending your autumn here? 🍁

Quite “on point” what is happening in France 🤔

Moscow after sunset hits different 🌆🇷🇺 Golden skies, glowing city lights, beautiful architecture and the Moskva River reflecting it all. This is Moscow — a city where history meets modern life, and every evening feels like a movie. ✨ Could you imagine calling this city home? 👀

💯 correct viewpoint based on fundamental experience and knowledge that only a handful of people in the world have and even fewer, in the west, dare to say it publicly. 👍

This is indeed the road to recovery - even if it takes 100 years - this is the correct path. 👍

Sanctions are just fairy tells for the gullible western electorate 😅 euronews.com/2026/10/09/eu-p…

As funding is getting cut on everything in the west - this will be more and more a normal occurrence. Who knows, maybe 5 years from now one could taste a new French delicacy - a kebab made out of those little animals. 🤔 Things will not get better, thus one need to move.

If your job was “look at Russian art,” with 5 minutes on every object, 160 hours a month, and 4 weeks of vacation so you don’t lose your mind: Tretyakov Gallery (~190,000 works) About 15,800 hours of staring. Clock-in, clock-out, no skipping the icons. Roughly 9 years. You’d retire having seen every peach. 🍑 🖼️ Same contract at the Hermitage Museum (3.15 million items). About 262,500 hours. Same hours, same vacation, same “just one more room.” Roughly 150 years. 🪙 😎

Nature in the heart of Moscow 🌿🇷🇺 One of the world’s biggest cities can still surprise you with green spaces, peaceful corners and places to slow down. This is another side of everyday life in Russia. Could you see yourself living in Moscow? 👀 #MovetoRussia #Moscow