Russia residence - my journey

[JohnnyDoe]

The form linked in the OP: https://movingtorussia.ru/shared-value-residency

It didn't ask me for any visa application info, so I assumed this form was the first step.

I didn't give them a real phone number though, only a real email address. So maybe they tried to call me.

That’s just the contact form of a local agency. Better if you call them.

 

[Alonzo]

From the Bahamas to Russia? I thought the weather for you was a big turnoff.

Are you planning to reside there forever?

You are not required to speak Russian at all to obtain the temporary permit, but you must when you apply for the permanent one, within 3 years (and no sooner than 8 months) - or you are kicked out of the country.

Also, during the language proficiency test, do not say "Не курю" to the examiner - you’ll be kicked out of the country for insufficient integration.

 

[JohnnyDoe]

From the Bahamas to Russia? I thought the weather for you was a big turnoff.

Are you planning to reside there forever?

No, I already explained this. It’s a permit, not an obligation.

Also, during the language proficiency test, do not say "Не курю" to the examiner - you’ll be kicked out of the country for insufficient integration.

Thank you, I will keep this in mind.