#residence-permit
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expatriation·Nov 20, 2025·8 min
Russia: Foreigners Now Required to Sign Military Contract for Residence Permit
Since November 2025, Presidential Decree 821 requires foreign men aged 18-65 to sign a military contract to obtain a residence permit in Russia.
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visa·Mar 1, 2025·16 min
Moving to Russia in 2025: All Available Paths for Western Citizens
Comprehensive comparison of all residence permit paths in Russia for Western citizens in 2025: marriage, HQS, traditional values, investment, studies.
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visa·Sep 1, 2024·8 min
Russia: Putin Opens Visa and Residence Permit to 'Traditional Values' Advocates
Decree No. 702 creates a visa and residence permit for foreigners sharing 'traditional Russian values,' covering 55 countries including France and the US.
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