The capital of the Russian Federation has always been and will be in the focus of attention of foreign tourists, travelers, guest workers. Foreigners appear in Moscow for various reasons, some go to visit, others to see the sights, and others to cool off or, conversely, to earn money. In this material, a story about how citizens of other countries live in the throne.
Registration - all by law
Foreigners in Moscow are a joy for representatives of the catering system, cultural leisure and entertainment, but a headache for representatives of the rule of law. There are several legal acts regulating migration registration, which should guide citizens coming from abroad.
If a citizen of another power enters the territory of Russia on a visa, then he must leave the country before the expiration of the visa regime. There are a number of countries whose residents do not need a visa to enter Russian territory, including Moscow. But here there is a limiting period of not more than 90 days (in total) for six months.
Registration of foreigners in Moscow takes place at the place of residence or at the place of stay. Either the citizen himself or the receiving party must submit documents to the nearest territorial authority of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. The basis for registration is staying on the territory of Russia for more than 7 days, for certain categories of foreigners registration is provided on the next day after arrival. You can clarify the registration procedure, documents that you need to have with you, on the official website of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, in the territorial bodies conducting these issues.
"Great and powerful"
The second important point for guests arriving in the capital for a long period is to overcome the language barrier. This point does not apply to residents of the countries of the former socialist camp. Russian is taught to foreigners in Moscow at numerous private and public courses. You can take lessons from tutors, their prices are lower, but there is a chance to run into teachers with a low level of qualification.
More expensive, but with a guarantee, knowledge of the language at institutes or universities, for example, at Moscow State University, will cost. The country's main higher education institution offers group and individual training, classes for groups are held every weekday, promising to significantly improve speaking in a short time. Individual lessons can take place at the university or at home, another modern way of understanding the language is to study online.
Studying in the capital
Foreigners in Moscow appear not only for recreation and entertainment, many of them dream of becoming students in the throne. According to Russian law, citizens of other countries have equal rights with Russians to receive education, but the conditions for admission are different, and for a Belarusian and a resident of the USA they will also be different.
Moscow universities offer training in different formats - full-time, part-time, distance. There are special conditions for citizens from CIS countries, the government allocates quotas for free training for foreign students who demonstrated exceptional talents in their homeland.
The admission algorithm includes several stages, initially you need to choose a university and a study program, learn about the conditions, collect, certify documents, go through a competitive selection. Then you can begin preparations for moving (in the case of full-time studies), look for an apartment, a hostel, tighten your tongue, etc. You can get advice on the rules for admission from representatives of admissions committees of higher educational institutions, in embassies or consulates of the Russian Federation abroad.
In the Russian capital, some educational institutions enjoy special attention of foreigners, the leader is PFUR (Peoples' Friendship University of Russia). No less popular are the various faculties of the State Institute of the Russian Language. A.S. Pushkin, Moscow State University and Moscow State Medical University.
Work in the capital for foreigners
At all times, work in Moscow was a priority for foreigners, but there are as many negative aspects as there are positive ones. “Success of an enterprise” depends on many components: the education of a potential employee, length of service in the selected industry, knowledge of the language, knowledge of Russian labor legislation.
The employer will need to provide documents for the right to temporary residence on the territory of the Russian Federation. You will also need a passport or a document replacing it, in some cases they will ask for documents on education, medical certificates and insurance. Further, it is important to conclude an employment contract so that the employee sees what guarantees he has and what wages he will receive. Work without an employment contract, wages in an envelope can lead to the fact that the worker will return home with nothing.
City walks
Fascinating excursions in Moscow for foreigners offer, you can say, on every corner, when choosing, you should always focus on the interests of the guest. When you first visit the Russian capital, you need to start with a tour of the main attractions, experienced guides recommend, regardless of the time of year, to combine walking and car / bus excursions.
Guests will pass part of the route, admiring the architectural masterpieces from the car window, part of the way - they will walk along the beautiful old streets and squares. The first waypoint is Red Square and its architectural masterpieces, the Kremlin, St. Basil's Cathedral. Further along the way you can see the Historical Museum, the famous Tsar Bell and Tsar Cannon, Pokrovsky Cathedral. In the warm season, vivid impressions will leave the Alexander Garden.
Treasure trips for foreign guests
If the guest is not the first time in Moscow, then you need to choose narrow-thematic excursions, for example, to the Kremlin and Red Square, the Armory or the Diamond Fund. The Kremlin complex is the main brand of Russia, a visual story about the ancient history, traditions, strength and power of the Russian people.
The Armory is one of the main historical and cultural business cards of Moscow, a treasury where true rarities are stored: ancient clothes of clergy and secular citizens, military uniforms and military regalia, orders and medals, attributes of tsarist authority, jewelry and cultural treasures.
Foreigners in Moscow are especially surprised when they get into the Diamond Fund - at an exhibition working in the Armory. You can see precious and semiprecious stones, nuggets and past facets, masterpieces of jewelry art and created by nature itself, from the time of Peter I to the present.
Sights of the Russian capital
Guides know that Moscow through the eyes of foreigners is perceived in a completely different way than by its own citizens. Therefore, it is necessary to show different aspects of city life: both exotic for a foreign guest, and familiar to him, for example, modern exhibition projects or theatrical productions.
Almost all excursions end at Arbat, the most famous pedestrian street in Russia. Its main highlights are old mansions and a modern vibrant cultural space. You can see artists and musicians, dealers in souvenirs and sweets, street performers and living sculptures. Moscow amazes with a large number of ancient and modern monumental Orthodox churches and monasteries. There are many concert venues, theaters, active nightlife.
Victory Parade and other holidays
Event tourism plays an important role in the life of the Russian capital ; it collects no less domestic and foreign spectators than architectural or historical values. Foreigners enthusiastically respond about the parade in Moscow, which takes place annually on May 9.
Many of them have heard about the patriotic action "Immortal Regiment", specially come to see this large-scale action. It is nice that among them there are many who want to join the participants and go with a portrait of a hero of World War II, a relative or an unknown Russian soldier. Understanding that not everyone will be able to see the parade, tour operators offer guests to watch the rehearsal of the holiday, no less beautiful than the parade itself.
National cuisine - the property of the country
What is the character of Russian, for foreigners in Moscow it becomes clear during a tour of the heroic places or while participating in the Victory Parade. You can get acquainted with Russian history and culture on excursions, in a museum, in a theater. National cuisine is another way to get to know the country; this is the basis for the policy of many metropolitan restaurants and cafes.
In many such establishments you can taste borsch and cabbage soup, hodgepodge and okroshka, vinaigrette and herring under a fur coat, aspic and pie. Of the drinks it attracts, first of all, vodka, they surprise - kvass and kissel. The list of national gastronomic values includes: red caviar, black caviar, traditionally served with pancakes and a cold pile of forty degrees.
Moscow is beautiful and amazing, here a guest from any country in the world can feel at home and, conversely, find something exotic. The guest can discover ancient architecture and historical masterpieces, contemporary art and traditional Russian cuisine, find friends and love of a lifetime.