Expatriant

01/05/2022

Expatriant is sponsoring the first virtual summit on living, working, and doing business in Russia.

Experienced guest speakers will talk in-depth about everything expats need to know, including immigration, doing business, finding a job, learning Russian, and other expat secrets for success in Russia.

Whether you're planning to go to Russia or already there, you'll find out exactly what Russia has to offer you as a foreigner.

For the full schedule and tickets, head to - https://anexpatsrussia.com/2022-summit/.

Thrive as an Expat in Russia An Expat's Russia Virtual Summit 2022 Get Your Ticket https://youtu.be/gtKcf69td9A See Schedule Events starts in... Featured Topics Living in Russia Everything you need to know about visas, residency and citizenship Working in Russia Hear from real expats how they built....

08/23/2021

Curious what it's like living as an American Expat in Russia? In this video Matt and Marcus sit down with Steve Krisel from the Get Up and Get Out podcast and discuss just that.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kINoipl7t9U

We sat down with Steve Krisel from the Get Up and Get Out podcast and good friend of ours to talk about expat life in Moscow. We get Steve to share his exper...

08/22/2021

Why Americans don't know anything about Russia:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d9yGevEVzwY

Americans love to talk about international politics and Russia is a hot topic. Unfortunately, in our experience, very few Americans really know much about Ru...

08/21/2021

Are you trying to decide to move to Moscow or Saint Petersburg? Matt and Marcus discuss the differences to help you decide:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vCtORxSYQXo

How do the two biggest cities compare for expat life? We share our experiences in both cities when it comes to: 1. Things to do2. Weather3. Transportation4. ...

08/20/2021

Have you tried using the Russian visa center or consulate to get your visa to visit Russia? Learn why we recommend using a visa service instead:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J7oOn8xDYCM

Getting a Russian visa seems very complicated. If you haven't dealt with Russian bureaucracy before, it will be your introduction. The documents required are...

08/19/2021

Did you know that you could study for free in Russia?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pa6SVeFstCI

Hardly anyone knows, but it is possible to study in Russia for free. Here we talk about some of the specifics of finding a program to study for free in Russi...

08/18/2021

Learn about Russia's generous time off (spoiler, it's a lot):

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HMZ-bQW_uX8

Russians get much more vacation time than in most Western countries. This is usually a surprise to many people working in Russia especially if they are from ...

08/17/2021

Russian citizenship is not something that we advise for everyone. Find out if it's something that you should pursue:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A_A7hZAIpPA

We get questions all the time about getting Russian citizenship and whether it is worth it. We discuss the situations in which it makes sense to apply for Ru...

08/16/2021

Have you thought about teaching English in Russia? If so, this video where we cover the best and worst aspects of teaching in Russia is for you!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AuHhLOoFvgs

Teaching English in Russia can be very lucrative, we have talked about it before, but it isn't easy. In addition, you have to put lots of work in and really ...

08/15/2021

Here are 8 pros of obtaining Russian citizenship:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UbLKXu0o-H8

Getting Russian citizenship has gotten much easier in the last few years. There are many options for people living and working in Russia that lead to a Russi...

08/14/2021

In this video, Matt and Marcus discuss flower etiquette in Russia.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fsEkyE6k0JI

Russian women love flowers and if you are going to spend time in Russia, you NEED to know the important aspects of flower etiquette. We talk about some of th...

08/13/2021

Have you ever wondered about the pros and cons of getting a Russian residence permit?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhVW0E6xLFY

We get so many questions about residence permits in Russia. Not only about how to get one, but here are the main pros and cons of getting a residence permit ...

06/29/2021

We met with Davide from Inside Saint Petersburg Russia to do an interview. Check it out and subscribe to Davide's channel if you like the video!

Living in Russia as an American can be a daunting prospect at first, but it is really doable. This amazing and controversial country can offer expats a truly...

06/14/2021

Ever wonder how much money you can make teaching english in Russia? Spoiler, it can be a lot

https://expatriant.com/how-much-money-can-i-make-teaching-english-in-russia/

If you are considering teaching English in Russia, one of your first questions will be – how much money can I make? Are you just considering a career teaching English in Russia? Check out our article on 5 Reasons You Should Teach English in Russia. The typical English teacher at one of the larger ...

06/13/2021

If you're learning Russian, you know how difficult it can be. Fortunately though, there are tons of free resources available. Here are our favorite:

https://expatriant.com/best-free-resources-to-start-speaking-russian/

We have many years of speaking Russian behind us. Here are our best resources that you can use to start speaking Russian now. They are all free.

06/12/2021

Ever wonder what it's like to teach english in the Russian provinces?

Check out this guest post by Paul Worrow.

https://expatriant.com/teaching-english-in-the-russian-provinces-with-paul-worrow/

The following article is a guest post from Paul Worrow from the United Kingdom who has taught English all over Russia. He has worked as a governor in Moscow and an English teacher in several small Russian cities for many years. He recently started a YouTube channel about Kyrgyzstan where he shows wh...

06/11/2021

Covid is still making everything difficult. Here's how you can still get to Russia:

https://expatriant.com/how-to-get-to-russia-during-covid-19/

Getting to Russia during the COVID-19 pandemic has been a huge challenge for many people. The Russian border has been closed to most of the world since March 18, 2020, unless you meet one of the following criteria:  Member of an official delegation, an employee of a foreign embassy or consulate, re...

06/10/2021

Need date night ideas? Here are our favorite restaurants in Moscow:

https://expatriant.com/best-restaurants-in-moscow/

Contents1 The Best Restaurants in Moscow1.1 White Rabbit ($$$$)1.2 Sakhalin ($$$$)1.3 Gorynych ($$$)1.4 R***I ($$$)1.5 Probka on Tsvetnoy ($$$)1.6 Dizengof99 ($$)1.7 Lepim i Varim ($$)1.8 Vysota 5642 ($$$)1.9 Dr Zhivago ($$$)1.10 BURO ($$$) When you talk about the best restaurants in Moscow, you can...

06/09/2021

Is Russia actually just a big hunk of ice?

https://expatriant.com/is-it-always-cold-in-russia/

As westerners, there’s this preconceived notion that all of Russia is like Siberia — an endless frozen tundra. In reality, that’s not the case. Today we will take a look at a few different regions of Russia, and their climates. First, the question you all came here for. Is it always cold in Ru...

06/08/2021

If you're thinking about visiting Russia (for the food), then most likely you'll need a tourist visa. The process can be confusing, but we've got all the details you need covered:

https://expatriant.com/how-to-get-a-russian-tourist-visa/

Most nationalities require a Russian tourist visa to visit Russia. The process isn’t as straightforward as it should be. Here is a simple guide.

06/07/2021

Did you know that a Russian passport is the 48th strongest in the world? It's also fairly easy to get

https://expatriant.com/russian-citizenship-the-easiest-passport-to-get-in-the-world/

Russian citizenship is one of the most underrated passports globally for many people, and today it is one of the easiest passports to get.

06/06/2021

To those that have dated in Russia, you know how important flowers are. But do you know the full extent of flower etiquette in Russia?

https://expatriant.com/flowers-in-russia/

Flowers in Russia are a big deal. Check out our guide to everything related to flower etiquette in Russia so you don't make any mistakes.

06/05/2021

If you're thinking about relocating to Russia, here are 17 things you should know before you move:

https://expatriant.com/living-in-russia-17-things-to-know-before-moving/

Living in Russia remains incredibly underrated in 2021 and it is a country full of opportunity for expats. Here are 17 things to know about Russia!

06/04/2021

If you want to stay in Russia long term, legally, then you'll need a residence permit. Here are the pros and cons:

https://expatriant.com/russian-residence-permit-pros-cons/

06/03/2021

The food in Moscow should be all the convincing you need to make visit. Here are our 13 favorite Russian foods:

https://expatriant.com/13-best-russian-foods-and-where-to-find-them-in-moscow/

There are many Russian foods that you should try when visiting Russia. Here is our list of the 13 best Russian foods and where to find them in Moscow.

11/03/2020

Hi Everyone, it's been a while! Here are 5 active job openings in Moscow.

English Teacher @ Sun School in Moscow:
https://jobs.expatriant.com/position/e942c68c-english-teacher

Senior B2B Sales Manager @ Schieder Group in Moscow:
https://jobs.expatriant.com/position/4891a4ec-senior-b2b-sales-manager

Junior Copywriter @ TradingView in Moscow:
https://jobs.expatriant.com/position/29e079b5-junior-copywriter

Full Time Nanny (Native English) @ Polyglot Family in Moscow:
https://jobs.expatriant.com/position/5326f42e-full-time-nanny-native-english

Native English Speaking Nanny @ Polyglot Family in Moscow:
https://jobs.expatriant.com/position/5c6e350b-native-english-speaking-nanny

09/27/2020

Those with experience working as a Governess / Governor know how lucrative it can be. Here are five Governess / Governor openings hiring now:

Native English Governess with Polyglot Family in Moscow (Native English):
https://jobs.expatriant.com/position/cb252963-native-english-governess

French Governess with Polyglot Family in Moscow (Native French):
https://jobs.expatriant.com/position/cdaaefa5-french-governess

Chinese Governess with Polyglot Family in Moscow (Native Chinese):
https://jobs.expatriant.com/position/741f0a21-chinese-governess

Native English nanny/manny part-time with Polyglot Family in Moscow (Native English):
https://jobs.expatriant.com/position/3df74580-native-english-nannymanny-in-moscow-part-time

Native English CHESS teacher with Polyglot Family in Moscow (Native English):
https://jobs.expatriant.com/position/eb274089-native-english-chess-teacher-in-moscow

09/11/2020

Looking for an adventure in Russia? Here is a great opportunity to see one of the oldest regions of the world located in the southern part of Russia in Makhachkala, Dagestan. The city is full of history and incredibly diverse.

The position is at a local school looking for a 3-month commitment, but if you enjoy it, you can definitely stay longer. They will provide accommodation in a private apartment and pay EUR 1,000 per month.

If you are interested, apply here - https://jobs.expatriant.com/position/ba620412-english-teacher

Please share with anyone you think might be interested!

09/10/2020

Expat Story Thursday

Ilya is originally from Denmark and currently lives in Moscow as an expat. He currently works at Antal Russia, a leading international recruitment firm as a Business Development Manager. Here is his story.

Want to share your story? Send us a message on Facebook!

https://expatriant.com/expat-stories-in-russia-ilya-polyakov-antal-russia/

Ilya always wanted to move to Russia for work. He finally found a job as a business development manager at Antal Russia. Check out his story!

09/07/2020

Russia is often overlooked as a destination to teach English.

Here's what you need to know to get started teaching in Russia.

https://expatriant.com/teach-english-in-russia-ultimate-guide/

To teach english in Russia you need be a native english speaker and have a bachelor’s degree. Teaching english will be your quickest path to work in Russia.

09/03/2020

Expat Story Thursday

Evan moved to Russia 6 years ago to start teaching Russian, and to get a Masters in Change Management. Now he's the head of the USA Operations department at a digital advertising network in Russia. Here's his story.

Want to share your story? Send us a message on Facebook!

https://expatriant.com/starting-a-career-in-russia-expat-stories/

The following is a guest post about starting a career in Russia as an American expat by Evan Johnson.  The first part of my career in Russia started about six months before I arrived. I had a few months left in my bachelor’s degree in Russian Studies and Government at a liberal arts college. I .....

09/01/2020

Are you a native english speaking Finance professional in Moscow?

If you have 3+ years of experience with IFRS and US GAAP, checkout Smartcat.ai's Reporting Manager opening. They're a leading translation as a service company here in Moscow!

https://jobs.expatriant.com/position/9a54616f-reporting-manager

08/31/2020

Working abroad can open up opportunity that you wouldn't normally have access to in your home country.

Here's everything you need to know about jobs and how you can get one that can help fast track your career in Russia.

https://expatriant.com/ultimate-guide-to-expat-jobs-in-russia/

The most in-demand expat jobs in Russia are Teaching English, Marketing, Sales, Human Resources, and Engineering. Learn how you can find work in Russia.

08/27/2020

Expat Story Thursday

Jaime grew up all over the US. Her journey with Russian language, culture, and arts began in 7th grade and it led her to St. Petersburg where she teaches English and does voiceover work by day and dances Argentinian Tango by night. Here's her story.

Want to share your story? Send us a message on Facebook!

https://expatriant.com/expat-stories-jamie-roberts-in-st-petersburg-russia/

Contents1 Can you tell us a little bit about yourself and your professional background?2 What made you change your life and come to Russia?3 Was it difficult to move to Russia and find a job?4 What differences can you see between (your country) and Russia when it comes to the work environment?5 Do y...

08/26/2020

Looking for work? Check out these marketing related openings, hiring in Russia now!

Senior Marketing Manager (Native English) @ iGMS and Remote:
https://jobs.expatriant.com/position/37808f8d-senior-marketing-manager-in-it-saas

Content Marketing Manager/Writer (Native English) @ messapps in Moscow:
https://jobs.expatriant.com/position/2bfc5b32-content-marketing-managerwriter

Senior B2B Sales Manager (Native German) @ SCHNEIDER GROUP in Moscow:
https://jobs.expatriant.com/position/2d621ec5-senior-b2b-sales-manager

Copywriter (Blockchain, FinTech) (Native English) @ Mercuryo in Moscow:
https://jobs.expatriant.com/position/d275c98e-copywriter-blockchain-fintech

08/25/2020

Here are our 13 favorite Russian dishes, and where you can find them in Moscow.

Let us know if we missed any of your favorites!

https://expatriant.com/13-best-russian-foods-and-where-to-find-them-in-moscow/

There are many Russian foods that you should try when visiting Russia. Here is our list of the 13 best Russian foods and where to find them in Moscow.

08/24/2020

Here's everything you need to know about choosing a preschool for your children in Russia.

https://expatriant.com/preschool-in-russia-an-expat-guide/

There are many options for preschool in Russia. Here are 11 things that expats should keep in mind when looking for a preschool in Russia.

08/20/2020

Expat Story Thursday

Vlad is an expat living in Moscow. He's currently working at Yandex, and has plenty of experience working in Moscow's big tech scene. Here's his story.

Want to share your story? Send us a message on Facebook!

https://expatriant.com/working-at-yandex-in-moscow-expat-stories/

Working at Yandex in Moscow is one of the top expat jobs available. Check out Vlad's experience working at Yandex in Moscow as a Canadian.

08/17/2020

Russia is the 28th easiest country in the world to start a small business. This puts it ahead of countries like Switzerland, and Japan!

Find out everything you need to know about starting a small business as a foreigner:

https://expatriant.com/the-practical-guide-to-running-a-small-business-in-russia-as-a-foreigner/

Running a small business in Russia can be hard but the opportunities are endless. Here is everything you need to know to open a small business in Russia.

08/13/2020

Expat Story Thursday

Steve's been an Expat for over 10 years and launched a podcast interviewing other Expats. Here's his story.

Want to share your story? Send us a message on facebook!

https://expatriant.com/expat-stories-in-russia-the-get-up-get-out-podcast/

The following is a guest post from The Get Up & Get Out Podcast w/ Steve Krisel. It is a weekly podcast where he interviews expats who tell their stories of coming to Russia. We at Expatriant are huge fans of Steve’s work and thought our readers would enjoy the stories. Have you ever wondered …