The Truth about Russia's New Temporary Residency Law

Recently I made a video about the new residency law in Russia and many youtubers copied and re-used the information, but they missed out some vital points. I mention them here and they will copy them in their next video.

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[gregclarke]

I follow your channel as well as the Canadian family from Countryside Acres, There must be getting special treatment given to the Canadians because they have been in Russia a year and can't speak five words of Russian, they clearly have plenty of money as they do not make any income in Russia, seems to be a double standard

[Insomnium]

At this point, I am looking to move to Russia (permanently) with my young family from the U.S. I have been learning Russian for almost a year now, and am more than excited to get our new life started.

[wellardme]

I'd advise all people watching Sam... Only listen to him! I've been in Russia almost 20 years and out of all YouTubers in Russia he's the only one with true knowledge and experience. Most other bloggers have been here for a year or two and know nothing.

[zarlydoug]

Thanks for another video Sam, I’ll drink my first coffee of the day and watch :)

[PMR-WORLD]

Great, thanks for the further practical update!

[tonytigervarley]

If I was 20 yrs younger I'd be there so fast 💯. I love Russia and the russian people

[andreanagy]

Even if i am not going any where i appreciate your information. Seen other youtubers streaming for 2 hours without saying anything of importance.Nice walking company you have Sam.😉🎉

[warrenwade]

Fantastic info shared in this video Sam!! You should ALWAYS introduce the Beautiful little birds flittering around you! She looked so shy patient as you yattered into your camera lol.
Hello from Canada!!!

[MichaelCZUSA]

This information is remarkable. I have no clue how I found your site, but I am glad I did. Thank you for sharing this and your other content on Russia!
Michael in Michigan USA.

[vsaxton]

Hi Sam. Thank you for making things clearer. There is a lot of piggy backing on the internet unfortunately.

[tjfamily]

Sam: Really appreciate your advice! I am enjoying your videos and I try to get my 17-year-old to watch, a talented cellist at Juilliard and I'm hoping I can convince him to go to Russia and work to get into the Moscow Conservatory.

[lexander-Kotov]

В России на 5 тыс € можно жить пол года)))приезжайте дорогие иностранцы!

[thirdchild]

Watched seven minutes and believe I got the gist of your message. Was very surprised you did not introduce or acknowledge your companion in any way.

[ОнуфрийНечепуренко]

The author mentions that you must earn at least the minimum wage in Russia. It is worth saying that this is a very small amount of money: as of August 2024, the minimum wage in Russia is 19, 242 rubles per month (US $211). Regional authorities have the right to increase the minimum wage, but the maximum that exists in Russia is the Moscow minimum wage - 29, 389 rubles per month (US $322).

[brostoevsky]

Russian immigration can be quite complicated. Spent 8 years there on student and work visas. The problem with going to Russia permanently right now is that it's kinda one-way ticket. Living there may cause serious problems with your own government. The Russians were as good as gold to me, but the US customs interrogated me when I returned from finishing my master's degree at The Higher School of Economics in Moscow in the summer of 2023. I had little money left after finishing my studies and finding a job there was difficult, even after 5 years working as a licensed TEFL teacher. TEFL jobs pay very little in many cases, but they are enjoyable. I loved my students. Also, if you're a US citizen you'll have difficulty opening a crypto currency account for exchanging your dollars into Rubles thanks to the US govt. Russia is an awesome place to live, but it takes extra care and planning, especially now to go there in the right way and build a good life. You must absolutely learn Russian and use it everyday if you want to live there.

[wellardme]

Cheers Sam. Great video. I'm English and been in Russia since 2006. Me and my wife (she's a journalist for Komsersant) were discussing this new decree. Although we think it's true, it does serve more as a PR stunt. It's great that those entering can get temporary residency, but what will all these people do? Teach English in some language school? Outside that, many would need to learn at least B2 level Russian fast, and their salary won't necessarily be more than 150k a month (in Moscow)...at a push. I think many are mistaken in the belief that coming to Russia will signify an easy alternative. Actually, unlike yourself, me, and a handful of others, most Westerners don't last longer than 2 years here. I love the idea of people with shared values coming here but to do what?

[robertbarr]

What's up with lady walking next to you? Lady, blink twice if he is holding you hostage.

[shannonpopesco]

Hey Sam maybe you could make a video on books or other YouTube channels for people to learn Russian history and language so people can study before they come . Is there a place for foreigners to go to learn Russian language, history and rules/laws in Russia ?

[haroonshah]

Thanks Sam for very important information about categories of Russian visas and further possibilities, its annoying to see people asking you personal questions..

[michaelmichael]

Now I see that it's Парк Дружбы, haven't been there for ages