adminee
From: United States
11/25/2008 12:08 EST
We're going to be putting together an article entitled, 10 Tips for Living in Russia, and we need your help. Please post a reply to this thread with as many tips as you'd like (or as few) for expats living in Russia. Whether you're a newcomer yourself or a seasoned expats whose lived abroad for many years, share your favorite tips for expats living in Russia. If you want to discuss or expand upon someone elses tip, feel free! We'll use your posts to compile the articles.
Thanks, in advance, for your help!
Betsy Burlingame
ExpatExchange.com
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blueh2o
12/3/2008 14:11 EST
Its the most expensive city in the world...be prepared to spend. Traffic is among the worst anywhere I have been in Asia and Europe. Moscow not really ready to cater to international people just yet, but its trying. Unless coming to work for a highly paid position that covers car and driver for spouse and schooling for children, then I would not move them to Moscow full time. Its a great city, lots to do, thousands of restaraunts, parks, museums, clubs etc. Little English is spoken, which makes things tough sometimes. Bring all clothing and shoes, bedding that you can, to buy here in Moscow is to pay 5 to 7 times more than you would at home. Come with patience and an open tolerance to a completely different way of life if you are a westerner.
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adminee
From: United States
12/4/2008 14:56 EST
Good to know! Thanks! Does anyone else have tips to add?
Betsy
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aide76
10/8/2009 03:43 EST
I have three tips for getting around Moscow by the Metro and car,
1) Buy a metro ticket that gives you 60 trips it works out alto cheaper!
2) find on the net a metro map that has Cyrillic and in English print makes things much easier
3) If you are feeling in the mood then stand at the side of the street with your arm our for a few seconds, a car will stop (this will be a beaten up old car) tell the driver by metro station that you want to go, if you do not speak Russian then show him only 200 rubles if he nods then the price is agreed he will take you there and then give him the money! You will never have any problems with these guys and they are very safe, as a South African I still cannot get my head around it!
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Zorillo420
10/18/2009 02:29 EST
I can believe you actually moved to Russia with "bedding". Sure bring your clothes, but bedding is cheap. You will pay more to transport all this with you, than it will cost to replace it. And then you will pay people to move it for you from the airport to the taxi, etc... VERY BAD ADVICE. Moscow is the most expensive city in the world, but only for those who don't know where to shop, and don't really understand life in Russia. I know. I have been coming to Russia for over 10 years. I eventually moved most of my posessions here. It cost me over $15,000 to do so. And if you don't speak some Russian - stay home! We don't need anymore "Ënglish" teachers here looking to "experience Russia", while giving professional teachers a bad name.
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suzettec
12/15/2009 21:23 EST
Since it's expensive you'll save money shipping your car there instead of buying one there. I shipped my car from US for $1800. Saved me $10000 buying a new car.
http://www.crowleyautotransport.com/
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WhiteWinter
12/28/2009 07:11 EST
My number one tip to any newcomer (or old timer who hasn't got a copy already!) would be to buy Barbara Spier's "Living in Moscow" relocation book. This is an excellent guidebook, supplemented by her monthly "Fun Stuff" mailing. To order a copy and to be added to the Fun Stuff mailing list, visit www.livinginmoscow.ru.
If you have children in Moscow or are visiting with kids, visit www.childreninmoscow.ru.
Another tip is to try and learn some Russian. Even knowing the alphabet so you can read signs etc. is a help. Also, join some of the women's groups to make friends and generally feel more "at home" in Moscow.
This is a fascinating city to live in, so try and make the most of your time here. Traffic is bad and service can be terrible but don't let these negative things put you off. The Metro is amazing (and cheap!) and many expats love the experience of living here: get involved and get active!
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