Consular assistance in Russia

Russia is currently at war in Ukraine. Are you in Russia and need consular assistance? Find your country’s embassy in Russia on EmbassyPages.

Expat Guide

Russian Society & History

How much do you know about Russia? Find out more about the society and history of Russia with our expert guides detailing everything you need to know, from traditional Russian celebrations and holidays to the movies that every expat moving to Russia must watch.

History of Russia History of Russia

The history of Russia

 This factbook on Russia takes a brief look at Russian history and geography.
Russian etiquette Russian etiquette

Russian etiquette and cultural values

 Do you know how to greet a Russian? How vodka should be served? Here’s our brief introduction guide to Russian culture and social etiquette in Russia.
Russian culture Russian culture

Tips for understanding Russian culture

 Cross-cultural coach Margarita Gokun Silver explains and ins and outs of understanding Russian culture, socially, culturally and actively.
Russian Christmas Russian Christmas

Russian Christmas traditions: the story of Babushka

 One of the most famous things about Christmas in Russia is the story of Babushka, however most people in Russia have never heard the tale. James Cooper assists.
Russian new year Russian new year

The Russian New Year

 Due to the gap between Gregorian and Julian calendars, Russia goes about the holidays slightly later and slightly different. Dairmid Gunn explains.
Russian government Russian government

A guide to the Russian government and Russia’s political system

 This Russian guide gives key facts to expats about the population and government in Russia.
Family life in Russia Family life in Russia

Family life in Russia

 Russia is a dynamic country that seems daunting at first, but family life in Russia is thriving and it’s a great place to raise your kids.
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