An Expat's Russia
Two former expats in Russia, Matt and Marcus, dive into their experiences in Russia and discuss the underrated opportunities Russia offers foreigners. They discuss moving to Russia, studying in Russia, cultural differences, learning Russian, traveling in Russia, Russian food, working in Russia, daily life, marrying Russian women, potential opportunities for foreigners in Russia, raising kids in Russia, driving in Russia and so much more. If you want to learn about life in Russia as an expat, this podcast is for you.
Using the Russian Visa Center
June 23, 2021 • 6 MIN
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 straightforward, but sometimes if you have a special situation, it can seem impossible to get an answer from the Russian visa center. These are some of our top tips for using the Russian visa center.
How to Study in Russia for Free!
June 21, 2021 • 9 MIN
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 Russia.
How Many Vacation Days Do You Get in Russia?
June 19, 2021 • 7 MIN
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 the US. We tell you exactly how much vacation time you get in Russia if you are working there.
Should You get Russian Citizenship?
June 5, 2021 • 14 MIN
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 Russian citizenship if you are eligible. If you need to get in contact with a lawyer regarding Russian citizenship, please reach out to us at hey@anexpatsrussia.com. https://expatriant.com/russian-citizenship-the-easiest-passport-to-get-in-the-world/ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remote in Russia - https://exmote.com Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Join our channel on Telegram at https://t.me/anexpatsrussia to get the latest updates. Are you an expat in Russia? Would you like to share your story on our channel? Let us know by writing to contact@expatriant.com.
Best & Worst Aspect of Teaching English in Russia
June 4, 2021 • 8 MIN
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 hustle to make significant money teaching English in Russia. This hustle is both the best and worst part of teaching English in Russia. Teaching English in Russia - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDBW4x_ycfJYReht1IfTJz9F4cCsXymJJ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remote in Russia - https://exmote.com Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Join our channel on Telegram at https://t.me/anexpatsrussia to get the latest updates. Are you an expat in Russia? Would you like to share your story on our channel? Let us know by writing to contact@expatriant.com.
8 Pros to Getting Russian Citizenship
June 3, 2021 • 9 MIN
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 Russian passport. We talk about 8 pros to getting Russian citizenship. If you need to get in contact with a lawyer regarding Russian citizenship, please reach out to us at hey@anexpatsrussia.com. https://expatriant.com/russian-citizenship-the-easiest-passport-to-get-in-the-world/ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remote in Russia - https://exmote.com Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Join our channel on Telegram at https://t.me/anexpatsrussia to get the latest updates. Are you an expat in Russia? Would you like to share your story on our channel? Let us know by writing to contact@expatriant.com.
Flower Etiquette in Russia
June 1, 2021 • 9 MIN
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 the most common times to give flowers and what you should never do with flowers in Russia. Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remote in Russia - https://exmote.com Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Join our channel on Telegram at https://t.me/anexpatsrussia to get the latest updates. Are you an expat in Russia? Would you like to share your story on our channel? Let us know by writing to contact@expatriant.com.
Pros & Cons of a Residence Permit in Russia
May 28, 2021 • 10 MIN
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 in Russia. If you need to get in contact with a lawyer regarding a residence permit in Russia, please reach out to us at hey@anexpatsrussia.com. Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remote in Russia - https://exmote.com Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Join our channel on Telegram at https://t.me/anexpatsrussia to get the latest updates. Are you an expat in Russia? Would you like to share your story on our channel? Let us know by writing to contact@expatriant.com.
Does Russia Allow Dual Citizenship?
May 27, 2021 • 5 MIN
Russia has made major changes to the law around dual citizenship. For many expats in Russia who could apply for Russian Citizenship, until 2020, they had to renounce your existing citizenship. This was a major barrier. Now, anyone can get Russian citizenship and keep their first citizenship. It is also one of the easiest passports to get in the world. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remote in Russia - https://exmote.com Join our channel on Telegram at https://t.me/anexpatsrussia to get the latest updates Are you an expat in Russia? Would you like to share your story on our channel? Let us know by writing to contact@expatriant.com.
Do Russians Accept Foreigners Who Speak Russian?
May 22, 2021 • 9 MIN
Being "accepted" in a foreign country has a big impact on how much you enjoy your time there! Matt and Marcus share their experience on how accepting Russian are or are not depending on how well you can speak Russian. Is there a correlation? Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remote in Russia - https://exmote.com Join our channel on Telegram at https://t.me/anexpatsrussia to get the latest updates Are you an expat in Russia? Would you like to share your story on our channel? Let us know by writing to contact@expatriant.com.
How Long Can Americans Stay in Russia on a Visa?
May 19, 2021 • 7 MIN
Russian visas are a complex topic. Americans have a huge advantage when visiting Russia because they can apply for a 3-year visa to Russia. Here we explain exactly how long you can stay in Russia on a business or tourist visa as an American. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remote in Russia - https://exmote.com Join our channel on Telegram at https://t.me/anexpatsrussia to get the latest updates Are you an expat in Russia? Would you like to share your story on our channel? Let us know by writing to contact@expatriant.com.
Why it is Important to Overcome the Language Barrier in Russia
May 18, 2021 • 9 MIN
The language barrier in Russia is significant, and many expats are unwilling to learn enough Russian to get over it. Those who do conquer the Russian language are rewarded! Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remote in Russia - https://exmote.com Join our channel on Telegram at https://t.me/anexpatsrussia to get the latest updates Are you an expat in Russia? Would you like to share your story on our channel? Let us know by writing to contact@expatriant.com.
Visiting Russians for Dinner
May 15, 2021 • 16 MIN
Visiting Russians for dinner is a highlight of spending time in Russia. It is an amazing chance to experience Russian culture. We share some of our stories visiting Russians for dinner in their home. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remote in Russia - https://exmote.com Join our channel on Telegram at https://t.me/anexpatsrussia to get the latest updates Are you an expat in Russia? Would you like to share your story on our channel? Let us know by writing to contact@expatriant.com.
Visiting Russians for Dinner
May 15, 2021 • 16 MIN
Visiting Russians for dinner is a highlight of spending time in Russia. It is an amazing chance to experience Russian culture. We share some of our stories visiting Russians for dinner in their home. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remote in Russia - https://exmote.com Join our channel on Telegram at https://t.me/anexpatsrussia to get the latest updates Are you an expat in Russia? Would you like to share your story on our channel? Let us know by writing to contact@expatriant.com.
Are Bribes a Problem for Expats in Russia?
May 12, 2021 • 11 MIN
Russia has a reputation around the world for being plagued with bribes. To be honest, is it possible to give a bribe in Russia? Sure. Is it likely? Probably not. We talk about our experience around bribes in Russia. Spoiler: there aren't many situations where you will encounter bribes in Russia today. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexp... Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remote in Russia - https://exmote.com Join our channel on Telegram at https://t.me/anexpatsrussia to get the latest updates Are you an expat in Russia? Would you like to share your story on our channel? Let us know by writing to contact@expatriant.com.
Our Favorite Russian Foods
May 11, 2021 • 10 MIN
Russian food isn't the most popular, but it is definitely underrated. There are so many fantastic dishes in Russian cuisine. Here, we talk about what we love the most. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remote in Russia - https://exmote.com Join our channel on Telegram at https://t.me/anexpatsrussia to get the latest updates Are you an expat in Russia? Would you like to share your story on our channel? Let us know by writing to contact@expatriant.com.
Why Russians Don’t Wear Shoes in Their Apartments
May 6, 2021 • 5 MIN
If you have been to Russia, you know, Russians never wear shoes in their apartments. We talk about our thoughts on why they do this. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remote in Russia - https://exmote.com Join our channel on Telegram at https://t.me/anexpatsrussia to get the latest updates Are you an expat in Russia? Would you like to share your story on our channel? Let us know by writing to contact@expatriant.com.
What do Russians Think about Russia?
May 4, 2021 • 17 MIN
Russians have very strong opinions about Russia. If you ask Russians who live abroad, many times they will have outdated opinions about Russia. As expats, we have a unique perspective on Russians' opinions of their country. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remote in Russia - https://exmote.com Join our channel on Telegram at https://t.me/anexpatsrussia to get the latest updates Are you an expat in Russia? Would you like to share your story on our channel? Let us know by writing to contact@expatriant.com.
Living in Moscow is Great for Travel!
May 1, 2021 • 15 MIN
One of the best aspects of living in Moscow is the opportunity for travel. There are endless places to travel if you live in Russia. Moscow is one of the best cities in the world for airport connections. We share some of our favorite aspects of living in Moscow and traveling. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remote in Russia - https://exmote.com Are you an expat in Russia? Would you like to share your story on our channel? Let us know by writing to contact@expatriant.com.
If you want to live in Russia, you have to learn Russian!
April 28, 2021 • 15 MIN
Learning Russian is incredibly important if you want to live in Russia long-term. We talk about some of the reasons you have to learn Russian to live in Russia and some of our observations of others who did and didn't learn Russian. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remote in Russia - https://exmote.com Are you an expat in Russia? Would you like to share your story on our channel? Let us know by writing to contact@expatriant.com.
How to Avoid Mail-Order Bride Scams in Russia
April 27, 2021 • 11 MIN
Mail-order bride scams are always discussed when Russia comes up. Unfortunately, many men are drawn to these matchmaking agencies. We give our best advice on how to avoid mail-order bride scams in Russia. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remote in Russia - https://exmote.com Are you an expat in Russia? Would you like to share your story on our channel? Let us know by writing to contact@expatriant.com.
Our Experience on Russian Trains
April 23, 2021 • 17 MIN
Some of our best experiences in Russia were on the train! We discuss everything you need to know to take the train in Russia and share a few stories. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remote in Russia - https://exmote.com Are you an expat in Russia? Would you like to share your story on our channel? Let us know by writing to contact@expatriant.com.
Why You Should Teach English in Russia
April 21, 2021 • 16 MIN
If you are considering teaching English in Russia, here are 4 great reasons to make the jump! Kyrgyzstan is Cool with Paul - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCes8GFnK418hSn1IJVmIWfg Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remote in Russia - https://exmote.com Are you an expat in Russia? Would you like to share your story on our channel? Let us know by writing to contact@expatriant.com.
What Russians Think about Americans
April 19, 2021 • 12 MIN
Many people ask us what Russians think about Americans. Russians are overwhelmingly positive when talking to Americans. We share some of our personal experiences of being American in Russia. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remote in Russia - https://exmote.com Are you an expat in Russia? Would you like to share your story on our channel? Let us know by writing to contact@expatriant.com.
Why We Don't Live in Russia
April 16, 2021 • 11 MIN
The question we get the most in the comments is, why don't we live in Russia? Here is our answer! We don't currently live in Russia, but we still visit often and have intentions to return. There are some reasons why expats consider living in Russia, and we share our reasons. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remote in Russia - https://exmote.com Are you an expat in Russia? Would you like to share your story on our channel? Let us know by writing to contact@expatriant.com.
Why Move to Russia?
April 14, 2021 • 12 MIN
Are you looking for reasons why you should move to Russia? We give our opinions on why we think more people should consider moving to Russia. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remote in Russia - https://exmote.com Are you an expat in Russia? Would you like to share your story on our channel? Let us know by writing to contact@expatriant.com.
How Many Countries Border Russia?
April 12, 2021 • 5 MIN
Most people know that Russia is the largest country in the world. But many people don't know that countries actually border Russia. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remote in Russia - https://exmote.com Are you an expat in Russia? Would you like to share your story on our channel? Let us know by writing to contact@expatriant.com.
Living with a Family in Moscow
April 10, 2021 • 10 MIN
Are you looking to move to Moscow with your family? We talk about some of the advantages and disadvantages you will encounter in Moscow with a family. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remote in Russia - https://exmote.com Are you an expat in Russia? Would you like to share your story on our channel? Let us know by writing to contact@expatriant.com.
Do You Need A Degree to Teach English in Russia?
April 7, 2021 • 5 MIN
One of the biggest questions around teaching English in Russia is whether you need a university degree to teach in Russia. The answer is no, you don't but it is a bit more nuanced than that. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remote in Russia - https://exmote.com Are you an expat in Russia? Would you like to share your story on our channel? Let us know by writing to contact@expatriant.com.
Pros & Cons of Teaching English in Russia
April 5, 2021 • 18 MIN
Wondering what it is like to teach English in Russia? What are the pros and cons that you should expect? We discuss everything that English teachers will encounter teaching English in Russia. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remote in Russia - https://exmote.com Are you an expat in Russia? Would you like to share your story on our channel? Let us know by writing to contact@expatriant.com.
Income Tax in Russia for Expats
April 2, 2021 • 5 MIN
We get questions all the time about income tax in Russia. As expats, navigating a new tax system can seem complicated, especially if you are from the US. Fortunately, Russia has a very streamlined income tax system. We talk about the basics of income tax in Russia in this video. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remote in Russia - https://exmote.com Are you an expat in Russia? Would you like to share your story on our channel? Let us know by writing to contact@expatriant.com.
How Much Money You Can Make Teaching English in Russia?
April 1, 2021 • 15 MIN
Teaching English in Russia can be extremely lucrative. Many people don't know the secrets to find private students who are willing to pay high hourly rates. We talk about our experience and how to find private English students in Russia. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remote in Russia - https://exmote.com Are you an expat in Russia? Would you like to share your story on our channel? Let us know by writing to contact@expatriant.com.
Is Russia a Cheap Country for Expats?
March 29, 2021 • 14 MIN
We get many questions about the cost of living in Russia and whether Russia is a cheap country. In this video, we give our opinion on whether Russia is a cheap country for expats specifically. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remote in Russia - https://exmote.com Are you an expat in Russia? Would you like to share your story on our channel? Let us know by writing to contact@expatriant.com.
Can Foreigners Drive in Russia?
March 29, 2021 • 8 MIN
Driving in Russia can be intimidating for foreign drivers. We have a lot of experience driving in Russia and try to dispel the myths associated with it in this video. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remote in Russia - https://exmote.com Are you an expat in Russia? Would you like to share your story on our channel? Let us know by writing to contact@expatriant.com.
What is the Ideal Expat Life in Russia?
March 25, 2021 • 19 MIN
Are you wondering what the ideal expat life in Russia is like? We talk about what we would want to have to live in Russia. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Work Remote in Russia - https://exmote.com Are you an expat in Russia? Would you like to share your story on our channel? Let us know by writing to contact@expatriant.com.
Why Russian Names are so Hard for Expats to Remember
March 22, 2021 • 11 MIN
One of the most difficult tasks when you first arrive in Russia is learning the customs associated with Russian names. It is much more difficult than you might imagine! Did you know that Alexander will usually go by Sasha or Shurik? Listen to some of our funny stories associated with Russian names. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Are you an expat in Russia? Would you like to share your story on our channel? Let us know by writing to contact@expatriant.com.
What We Miss About Living in Russia
March 20, 2021 • 24 MIN
We lived in Russia for over 15 years between the two of us. While we don't live in Russia currently, there are many things we miss about life in Russia. Here are some of the top things we miss from our time in Russia. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/ Are you an expat in Russia? Would you like to share your story on our channel? Let us know by writing to contact@expatriant.com.
Everything You Need to Know about Teaching English in Russia
March 17, 2021 • 27 MIN
Thinking about teaching English in Russia? Here are answers to the questions we get all the time! If you have specific questions, let us know in the comments, we will answer them and if they are deep questions, we will do a separate video! Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Our Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/anexpatsrussia/ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com An Expat's Russia - https://anexpatsrussia.com/
Who Should Move or Immigrate to Russia
March 16, 2021 • 14 MIN
Are you wondering whether moving or immigrating to Russia is right for you? In this video, we talk about who should move to Russia and what to think about before making the jump! Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com
5 Things that Drive us Crazy Living in Russia
March 14, 2021 • 16 MIN
There are many things to love about living in Russia. In this video, though, we talk about the few things that drove us crazy when we lived in Russia. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange​ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com
Standard of Living as an Expat in Moscow
March 11, 2021 • 21 MIN
We discuss what kind of standard of living you might have in Moscow on different salary levels. We also talk about how much you can expect to earn working in Moscow. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com
Inconveniences of Living in Russia for Expats
March 9, 2021 • 12 MIN
Every country has differences and inconveniences, but we talk about the things that bothered us from time to time in Russia. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com
What We Love and Hate about the Moscow Metro
March 9, 2021 • 13 MIN
We love the Moscow metro. There is no question it is one of the world's greatest, but there are some negatives too. Join our discussion of everything we love and hate about the Moscow metro. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com
How to Navigate Russian Bureaucracy as a Foreigner
March 4, 2021 • 12 MIN
If you have spent a lot of time in Russia, you know, bureaucracy is a big part of life. We share our experience with Russian bureaucracy and some tips for you to help navigate. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com
Top Tips from Two Americans on Learning Russian
February 27, 2021 • 12 MIN
In this video, we share our top tips for learning Russian and how we learned ourselves. If you want us to talk about certain grammar topics, let us know in the comments! Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/ytexchange Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com
The Bureaucracy of Getting Married in Russia
February 19, 2021 • 15 MIN
There are lots of stories about the difficulties of getting married in Russia. We share two very different versions of navigating the bureaucracy of getting married in Russia. You definitely need to have all the right documents, but you also need a number of stamps and certifications Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/podexchange Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com
Tackling the Difficult Sounds of Russian
February 16, 2021 • 7 MIN
Are you struggling to learn how to pronounce all the new sounds in Russian? We discuss the strategies we used to overcome the difficult sounds and speak Russian better. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/podexchange Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com
Russian Superstitions that are Strange to Americans
February 13, 2021 • 11 MIN
Superstitions are very common everywhere, but there are some Russian superstitions that were surprising and a bit strange for us as Americans. In this video, we talk about some of the strange and interesting superstitions we encountered in Russia. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/podexchange Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com
Biggest Mistake People Make When Learning Russian (and How to Avoid it!)
February 11, 2021 • 8 MIN
Many people have trouble learning Russian. Marcus and Matt discuss the biggest mistake people make when they are learning Russian. It is easy to fix, but it definitely takes effort. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/podexchange​ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com
Can I live normally in Russia just by speaking English
February 9, 2021 • 6 MIN
Are you thinking about moving to Russia but worried about whether you will be able to communicate with Russians? Matt and Marcus share their experience in Russia and what to expect if you can't speak any Russian. Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​​ Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/podexchange
Funny Stories at the Russian Border as an American
February 6, 2021 • 14 MIN
Matt and Marcus lived in Russia for many years. They tell a number of funny stories they experienced at the Russian border! Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com​Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com
What is it like driving in Russia?
October 19, 2020 • 12 MIN
Many people think driving in Russia is crazy. To be honest, in Moscow, things have changed significantly in the last 10 years. Marcus and Matt have a lot of experience driving in Russia and share some of their funniest stories driving in this video! Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com
Dating Russian Women: The Cultural Differences You Will Encounter (short)
October 17, 2020 • 8 MIN
We get a lot of questions about what it is like dating and being married to Russian women. Here we sum up our overall thoughts on cultural differences you will encounter when dating Russian women. Dating Russian Women - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xV6XKpH8WNQ& Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com
The Most Difficult Part of Learning Russian
October 15, 2020 • 6 MIN
If you are learning Russian, everyone will tell you how difficult it is. Is Russian difficult to learn for a native English speaker? Sure! But it isn't impossible! Marcus and Matt talk about what tripped them up learning Russian in the beginning. Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/podexchange​ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com
Are Russians surprised by foreigners who speak Russian fluently?
October 12, 2020 • 11 MIN
Are you learning Russian and wondering how Russians will react to you speaking Russian? You will be happy to hear that the vast majority of Russians are incredibly tolerant of foreigners speaking Russian. Almost every Russian finds it flattering and is willing to help. Don't believe us? Check out the video to hear about our experience! Looking to practice your Russian? Join our weekly language exchange every Thursday at 8 pm Moscow time! https://lr.fyi/podexchange​ Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com
Can I get a Russian visa if I marry a Russian citizen?
October 9, 2020 • 2 MIN
We get questions all the time about how to get a Russian visa if you are married to a Russian citizen. In this video, we explain how you can get a visa regardless of your marriage and the other options, which are better than a visa if you are married to a Russian citizen. Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com
Is it difficult for an American to visit Russia?
October 5, 2020 • 5 MIN
In this episode of ask an expat, we dispel the myth that it is difficult for Americans to visit Russia. Many Americans go to Russia every year and while the visa process is a bit convoluted, it is certainly doable! With a bit of advance planning, a trip to Russia is the same as going anywhere else. Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com
Can I get a job in Russia on a tourist visa?
October 2, 2020 • 5 MIN
Here we talk about how going to Russia on a tourist visa and looking for a job while in Russia usually yields better results in the long run for foreigners looking for employment in Russia. Is it possible to get a job in Russia on any type of visa, even on a tourist visa? Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com
Is it safe for Americans in Moscow, Russia?
September 30, 2020 • 8 MIN
Welcome to the first episode of Ask an Expat, where we answer your questions about what it’s like to live in Russia as an expat. In this episode, we answer one of our viewer’s questions about safety as an American in Russia. If you have a question for us about life in Russia as an expat, let us know in the comments and we will answer it in a future episode! Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com
Dating Russian Women
September 28, 2020 • 51 MIN
Matt and Marcus both married women from Russia. They share their experience and tips about what foreigners should expect and not expect when courting women from Russia. Find out key differences in culture and mentality. If you're considering dating or marrying a Russian girl, this video is a great start. Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com
Two Americans went to Russia - Why go to Russia?
September 26, 2020 • 27 MIN
Two former American expats in Russia talk about how they ended up traveling to Russia for the first time and why. They share first impressions, why they and other expats have gone to Russia. Get insights about whether Russia is a place for you as an expat. Find a job in Russia - https://expatriant.com Get a visa to Russia - https://letsrussia.com