Our guide was written by Tom Rogers and Rebekah Smith and last published on Saturday 11th December 2010.
Living in Moscow, offers expats a unique experience in the largest, most developed and most visited city in the country. It is best known for its iconic landmarks such as the Kremlin and St Basil's Cathedral, but is also an excellent destination for any expatriate; providing you do not mind the cold.
Since the fall of the Soviet Union, the emergence of the Russian Federation has led to quick developments and important changes. The city has become a significant power in the finance and business world. While a few Western luxuries are still unavailable, expatriates will not have to sacrifice much. In relation to the city's population, the expat community is small but tight-knit which means there are many people to offer advice.
There is not the wealth of international schools as there are in other countries, but there is still a selection to choose from which teach from the international, Russian, British or American curriculum. Shops and entertainment options are abound, as are international restaurants and Western produce.
While the language, culture and routine may be very different to what you are used to, the biggest change you will probably face when living in Moscow will be the weather. Winters are bitterly cold which puts many people off. However, you will get used to them and will always have the summers to look forward to.
Whatever questions you might have, this expatriate relocation guide will be able to help. There is extensive information on housing, schools, legal necessities, immigration, food, socializing and much more. It also contains many useful and important contact details for expatriates, which will help you settle in and enjoy living in Moscow. It addresses the following topics-
The Expat Info Desk guide to Moscow leads you step-by-step through the complicated processes and procedures you will need in order to secure all the paperwork you will require in order to live legally in Moscow. With thorough instructions on the visa application and renewal processes, tax payment and social security requirements you can be assured that you can relocate efficiently and effectively with minimum stress.
The Expat Info Desk guide to living in Moscow contains practical advice on how to rent or buy a home for a variety of needs and budgets. Whether it’s an apartment in Patryarshy Ponds, a mansion in Chystye Prudy or a Stalin period building in the Tretyakov Gallery Area, you can gain the full lowdown on what to expect and how to negotiate a contract.
Our guide to living in Moscow contains a comprehensive shopping and services directory with all the contacts and addresses that you will find invaluable when navigating the city and setting up home here. From arranging utilities through to buying clothes and furniture you can be assured that everything you need is in this single guide.
The Expat Info Desk guide to Moscow contains everything you need to know about entertaining yourself in this amazing city. This relocation guide covers a wide variety of different activities including eating and drinking, playing sports, visiting popular attractions, dancing and making new friends. We provide detailed insights into the best places to go and where to find them.
A critical consideration for any expatriate concerns health and safety. The expat guide to living in Moscow covers a wide variety of topics pertaining to security awareness, including how to act if you encounter problems, how to gain medical assistance and how to deal with law and enforcement. We also describe the critical process of obtaining suitable healthcare and point you in the right direction for obtaining the best and least expensive medical assistance.
One of the most challenging aspects of moving overseas concerns dealing with culture shock and overcoming any negative emotions that you encounter as a result of being a stranger in someone else’s country. The Expat Info Desk international relocation guide to Moscow contains important insights into the Russian people, their traditional and cultural beliefs and their typical behavior traits. Using the guide will help you to prepare for the new culture in advance and avoid any cultural traps.
The Expat Info Desk guide to Moscow is written by an expatriate who is in an ideal position to provide you with all the nuts-and-bolts information you need to survive and enjoy your time in living in Moscow. It will quickly become a valued survival guide for making your life in Russia more straightforward and enjoyable.
Our guide was written by Tom Rogers and Rebekah Smith and last published on Saturday 11th December 2010.
The mummified body of the Communist leader Lenin has rested in Red Square since his death in 1924. Chemists treat the corpse twice a week to keep it preserved.
