I'm thinking about moving from Russia
Posted by Best-Status-548@reddit | expats | View on Reddit | 52 comments
A year ago, I already started thinking about moving from Russia because there are a lot of things that I am not satisfied with. After sitting and thinking, I still came up with this option. I am 17 years old after this summer, I will already go to university, since at the moment there are not so many funds, I will study for 2 years in Russia, during this time my financial situation will improve and I'm going to move and finish my studies for 2 years in Mexico. After studying, I will think and look at the situation regarding moving to the USA, as this is my goal in Life. If something goes wrong with moving to the USA, I will stay in Mexico. I would like to ask you how much is this feasible at all?
Codspear@reddit
There’s a large Russian emigre community around Sacramento just waiting for you. Enjoy the weather once you get to North America.
Minskdhaka@reddit
You wanna voluntarily move to a country that's trying to conquer its neighbour?
Best-Status-548@reddit (OP)
To be honest, I don't see anything wrong here.
Sproutlie@reddit
I'm sure your authoritarian leader has other plans for you
anafroes@reddit
FWIW he is already in the country who is trying to conquer its neighbour. Might as well have more financial, educational and social opportunities along the way.
Best-Status-548@reddit (OP)
I don't care what he wants from the people. I'm not going to be cannon fodder or a person who tolerates all the bans, blockages, etc., as well as the MEGA corrupt government.
Sproutlie@reddit
You're a brainwashed child. Sad.
Best-Status-548@reddit (OP)
I have a different opinion on this, I think that a person has the right to choose where he Wants to Live his Life, and no matter where he was born, a person does not choose the place of his birth.
Affectionate_Wear_24@reddit
If you are considering good universities in mexico, I suggest that you consider the TEC DE MONTERREY
https://tec.mx/es
Best-Status-548@reddit (OP)
thank you! I'll take it into consideration
Affectionate_Wear_24@reddit
You're welcome
Here's the same page in English
https://tec.mx/en
MysticalMarsupial@reddit
Why would you move? I mean sure it's an awful warmongering authoritarian state, but at least the weather and the food are also truly horrendous.
Best-Status-548@reddit (OP)
I don't quite understand what you mean.
Plenty_Suspect_3446@reddit
They are making a joke. You have perfectly reasonable reasons to leave so he is sarcastically asking why you want to go. I wouldnt interpret it as a mean spirited joke.
Capybarely@reddit
They are being mean :(
Careful_Ad5394@reddit
Probs a good idea otherwise you will end up as cannon fodder
Best-Status-548@reddit (OP)
It scares me very much, and during these 4 years I realized that there is no future in this country and it creates a feeling of disgust in me.
Plenty_Suspect_3446@reddit
The issue that occurs to me would be if your plan could be considered a violation of conscription and mean you could never go back to Russia without being arrested. While i usually tell people on here to go for it, moving is an adventure, id also caution not to burn bridges where you are from in case you need to return. For example family reasons or heaven forbid you were deported back. Hopefully someone with more knowledge could advise but it’s definitely something to find out in the planning stage.
ErrorReplaceUser@reddit
I have many collegues who moved from Russia and know they will likely never be able to safely return.
The family situation is difficult for many; but none of them regret their choice. The alternative is way worse.
What most of them do is arrange for family members to meet them in countries like Turkey or Serbia.
Plenty_Suspect_3446@reddit
That is understandable, though unfortunate. It is a difficult decision to move overseas knowing we could go back, even for those of us who likely wont. To leave knowing one can never return must be awful.
Best-Status-548@reddit (OP)
I have nothing in this country except my family, but if we want to meet, we can do it on neutral Territory.
Careful_Ad5394@reddit
Does putin let you leave?
Best-Status-548@reddit (OP)
So far, you can leave the country and leave forever, the main thing is not to leave for those countries from which you can be extradited back to Russia.
Sea_Smile9097@reddit
You should visit it first lol. Have you been to any country outside the usa?
Best-Status-548@reddit (OP)
I've been abroad, but I haven't been to the western hemisphere yet.
ErrorReplaceUser@reddit
I would say go for it. If your plan does not work out and you can't return to Russia moving to Serbia is a good fallback option.
Many (former) Russian countries have openend up branches there and you can often find work while speaking Russian as the country now hosts a large Russian expat community consisting of Russians who do not want to be in Russia.
Best-Status-548@reddit (OP)
Thanks:) I'm going to come up with something, I'm definitely not going to stay here, but I'm going to build on the situation.
Zealousideal_Rub6758@reddit
Think about what skill allow you to cross boarders easily (eg healthcare / nursing) and getting very good English language skills.
Also, have you thought about other English speaking countries? Why not Canada, NZ or Australia? Slightly less crazy than the US with stronger democracies.
Best-Status-548@reddit (OP)
university tuition is quite expensive there, but in those countries that you have listed, I would also like to live and study.
Zealousideal_Rub6758@reddit
That’s true, I meant instead of the US to move long term - sounds like you mentioned Mexico for study.
Best-Status-548@reddit (OP)
do you mean to study in Mexico and then move to live in any country that you suggested?
Zealousideal_Rub6758@reddit
Yes
Best-Status-548@reddit (OP)
this option also has a place to be
sneijder@reddit
Why not China ? I’ve not seen it mentioned once.
Everyone assumed I was Russian last week in Beijing.
Best-Status-548@reddit (OP)
I respect China, but their culture is far away from me and I'm unlikely to be able to live there.
SellSideShort@reddit
Do you speak Spanish?
Best-Status-548@reddit (OP)
Unfortunately, no, I'm already learning English, if everything goes well, I'll start learning Spanish while I'm still in Russia.
Secret_Marketing_484@reddit
I recommend you Speakly. Great app for learning languages. It improved my English and now I'm learning Spanish and this course is totally worth of the price.
Best-Status-548@reddit (OP)
Thanks for the information :)
SpaceBetweenNL@reddit
I'm Russian, who lives in Europe. I've been to both Mexico and the US. Both countries are nice (they actually have a lot of similarities). I met a few Russians in Mexico, too.
According-Egg-3131@reddit
Mexico is a fantastic place to build a life. I moved abroad when I was 17 years old and haven't returned. Go with your gut and take a calculated risk. Looks like you're planning the right steps
Best-Status-548@reddit (OP)
Thanks for the advice :)
According-Egg-3131@reddit
Check out Guadalajara or Xalapa. I personally think it's one of the most interesting bigger cities in the country that offers a lot. Especially for university, both cities have some of the best education in the country.
Best-Status-548@reddit (OP)
I'll take it into consideration. I haven't looked at Mexican universities yet, but I've read that studying there is inexpensive. Well, at least in public universities.
According-Egg-3131@reddit
Correct, it's inexpensive and culturally rich. Just an idea, since you're so close by, why not consider studying in Estonia? Tallinn and Tartu have fantastic universities, the cost of living and cost of education are among the most affordable throughout all of Europe, and Russian is commonly spoken. If I had to do university over again, Estonia would be it
Best-Status-548@reddit (OP)
I was thinking about Lithuania, but something pushes me away from the Baltic States, and anyway, after university, I wouldn't want to live in eastern Europe.
According-Egg-3131@reddit
Fair enough. México is a great place to be on your list!
Acrobatic_Box9087@reddit
Mexico will be a good place. That's where Leon Trotsky lived after he left Russia.
Do not come to USA. Orange man bad! You will likely end up in a Salvadoran prison.
Chief_Taquero@reddit
How are girls un rusia?
Best-Status-548@reddit (OP)
Hahaha, they seem to be fine, but too many girls my age are influenced by subcultures.
Plenty_Suspect_3446@reddit
Not really got any advice, ive never been to Russia or Mexico, nor have i lived in the USA, but it sounds like a fun adventure to be had and i wish you luck.
Best-Status-548@reddit (OP)
Thanks a lot :)