Career Guide for Foreign Medical Students & Graduates in Russia
Over the years, there has been a persistent stereotype that it is not possible for medical students upon graduation to work as medical doctors in Russia. In recent times, however, that narrative has thankfully changed. It is, in fact, possible for you to work as a doctor here. From the information gathered, landing a job […]
MY EXPERIENCE WITH REGISTRATION ISSUES AS A FOREIGNER IN MOSCOW
Right from time, anything that concerns these immigration authorities and police, I avoid it like a plague. As a foreigner in Russia, I always make sure that everything is alright because I have heard stories of people falling into their hands, and the journey was hell. On this day, I was going to work in […]
NEW: On the Temporary Procedure for Citizenship and Residence Permits in Russia
Russia and new rules, 5&6. Russia and fines everyday. This is to tell you how fast in recent times the laws in Russia hit you and how you can get into trouble if you don’t stay informed. Recently in Russia, foreigners and even citizens at large have experienced a surge in laws that concern them. […]
MY CR*ZY EXPERIENCE WITH A SCAMMER IN RUSSIA
I have been hearing about scammers and how the number of internet fraud has soared recently. It is still a mystery to me how these scammers get numbers and personal details but that is a story for another time. On this day I received a phone call, the person started with my full name, date […]
ILLEGAL FOREIGNERS HAVE 2 MONTHS LEFT TO REGULATE THEIR LEGAL STATUS IN RUSSIA
All foreign nationals currently residing in Russia take note: If you are in the country without legal status, there is an important deadline approaching. You must take action within the next two months to either resolve your legal status or leave Russia. Failing to do so will result in expulsion measures and a ban on […]
NEW SIM CARD RULES IN RUSSIA: WHAT FOREIGNERS NEED TO KNOW IN 2025
Starting January 1, 2025, Russia is shaking things up when it comes to how foreigners can get and use SIM cards. If you’re a foreign citizen or a stateless person living in Russia (or planning to), here’s a quick and simple breakdown of what’s changing, and what you’ll need to do. 1. Getting a SIM […]
Simplified Residence Permit Process for Foreign Specialists in Russia (2025 Update)
The Russian government has introduced significant changes to the immigration process for foreign professionals seeking a residence permit (RP/ ВНЖ). The Ministry of Labor and Social Protection has approved a new List of Professions (Order No. 172n, dated April 3, 2025) that allows qualified foreign workers to obtain an RP without first securing a temporary […]
ADMISSION OF FOREIGN CHILDREN TO RUSSIAN SCHOOLS (2025 UPDATE)
A while ago, we posted on our Whatsapp status concerning the admission of children of foreign citizenship into Russian schools. Below is the necessary information on the new bill passed for children in this category. On April 1, 2025, an amendment of the Federal Law “On Education in the Russian Federation” came into force, according […]
Annual Notification of Residence under Temporary Residence Permit (RVP) and Permanent Residence Permit (VNZh)
Annual Notification of Residence: This is a requirement for people with either the temporary or permanent residence permits to inform the authorities about where they are living each year. It’s like checking in to confirm that they still live at the same address and are following the rules of their permit. In summary, if you […]
YOU ASKED AND WE ANSWERED- THE COMPLETE AMNESTY PROCESS FOR ILLEGAL FOREIGNERS IN RUSSIA
If you’re living in Russia without legal status, there’s good news! President Putin has signed Decree № 1126, giving all illegal foreigners a chance to regularize their status without the risk of deportation or a ban. We interviewed someone that has gone through the Amnesty Procedure and has knowledge on the peculiarities of the whole journey. […]
EVERYTHING TO KNOW ABOUT THE MILITARY ID (Военный Билет)
New bills have been signed into law in Russia and as a foreigner in Russia, you must stay on top of these updates as they will affect you one way or the other. We had a conversation about the new conscription laws with the Russian passport on the Telegram channel recently. Now, here’s what you […]
SUMMER IS HOT BUT GUESS WHO IS HOTTER?
Na E-Solutions financial services o. Today is for blowing our trumpets= trumpetsss as in plural because they’re plenty. For those who don’t know or have not fully grasped what E-Solutions is about, we are a financial service company there to assist you with your global money transfers, investments, lifestyle entertainment and more. E-Solutions is already […]
Russia-Africa Summit 2023: What’s the Future of this Cooperation?
E-Solutions was at the summit, were you? The 2023 Russia-Africa Summit, held in Petersburg just last week, witnessed the convergence of leaders from various African nations and Russian officials, with the objective of enhancing bilateral ties and exploring new avenues of cooperation. The summit produced significant outcomes and notable statements by Russian President Vladimir Putin, […]
How To Apply for Permanent Residence in Russia (Red Diploma|Native Speaker Certificate)
Russia attracts a lot of foreigners every year for various reasons, including business, education, work, and tourism. For those who intend to stay in Russia for an extended period, obtaining permanent residency is a significant step. A permanent residence permit or Вид На Жительство (Vid Na Zhitelstvo) in Russian is a document that allows foreigners […]
Temporary Residence Permit in the Russian Federation for the Purpose of Education
Temporary Residence Permit (RVP) is a document that confirms the right of a foreign citizen or stateless person to reside in the Russian Federation legally for a temporary period. The permit allows a foreigner to stay in the country for up to 3 years while preparing the necessary documents for obtaining a permanent residence permit. […]
CRITERIA FOR FOREIGN CITIZENS TO OBTAIN A RESIDENCE PERMIT IN RUSSIA
Summary 🫰🏻A foreigner must invest at least 15 million₽ in socially significant projects of any region within 3 years. 📑Register an LLC, JSC, run a business for at least 2 years and be the sole founder. 💰Invest ₽30.000.000 in a Russian legal entity that has been doing business in Russia for at least three years. […]
IMPORTANT NOTICE: GREEN CARDS FOR FOREIGNERS LIVING IN RUSSIA There have been new changes under the Federal Law No. 274 of 07/01/2021 of the Russian Federation requiring foreigners coming into the country to go through: medical assessment; fingerprinting (dactyloscopy); capturing for the government database. All foreign citizens (except citizens of Belarus) who arrived in Russia […]
RUSSIAN PASSPORT VISA-FREE COUNTRIES 2022
In the light of recent events in Russia and all over the world, citizens of Russia are still worried about countries they are allowed to travel to without restrictions or even without a visa. We’ve compiled a list of countries that allow you to visit without getting a visa ahead of time (especially for short-term […]
HOW TO ACQUIRE RUSSIAN CITIZENSHIP
Many Africans in Russia are constantly looking for opportunities to stay in Russia long term- whether by acquiring a permanent residency or by going for full citizenship. Getting permanent residency is, however, a good first step if you’re planning to become a Russian citizen in the future. Some people might even choose to remain permanent […]
FAQs ABOUT BANK CARDS, MONEY TRANSFER, ETC (08.03.2022)
What cards will work in Russia? Your Visa and Mastercards issued in Russia will keep on working as usual. You can withdraw from the ATM, pay online, pay by POS etc. within Russia. What cards will work abroad? All Visa and MasterCards issued in Russia will completely stop working abroad. Payments online on foreign websites […]
NEW CENTRAL BANK TEMPORARY ORDER ON WITHDRAWAL OF CASH FX IN RUSSIA- 09.03.2022
What is this new temporary order on withdrawal of hard currencies from my Russian bank accounts? From 9th of March to 9th of September, Central Bank of Russia has established the following temporary rules for withdrawal of hard currencies. You can withdraw a maximum amount of $10,000 (it doesn’t matter if your account is in […]