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Meet Russia helps you navigate the journey — from your first questions to settling into everyday life.

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Meet Russia

A journey made easier, together.

Meet Russia is a platform designed to help foreigners navigate their journey to Russia, from their first questions to settling into everyday life.

Moving to Russia can be an exciting opportunity, but turning that ambition into reality often means navigating unfamiliar procedures, finding reliable information and coordinating with multiple service providers.

Meet Russia was created to make this journey easier. By bringing resources, expertise and services together in one place, we help foreigners move forward with greater clarity, confidence and support.

Wherever you are

Your next step starts from where you are.

Whether you’re considering a move, preparing to relocate or already living here, find practical support for this stage of your journey.

01

Exploring the possibility of moving to Russia

For those wondering whether Russia could be their next home. We provide expert advice, personalized guidance and recommendations to help you explore your options, assess your project and make informed decisions about your future.

02

Preparing to move to Russia

For those who have decided to relocate and are ready to take action. We help turn plans into reality through expert assessments, tailored recommendations, action planning and practical assistance with the steps required to make the move.

03

Already in Russia

For those who have arrived in Russia and need support on the ground. We provide practical assistance and guidance to simplify settling in, navigate local procedures and adapt to everyday life.

From your first questions to your first steps on the ground, we’re here to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
How we help

A trusted guide through every stage.

We bring practical support, firsthand experience and professional expertise together to help you make informed decisions and move forward.

01 / CLARITY

Understand your options

Get reliable information and expert insight to assess your plans and make informed decisions.

02 / PLANNING

Build your next steps

Turn your goals into a tailored action plan, with recommendations shaped around your project.

03 / PRACTICAL HELP

Navigate the process

Get guidance with the procedures and logistics involved in moving and settling in Russia.

04 / CONNECTION

Find the right support

Bring resources, expertise and service providers together in one place for your journey.

Our activities

Practical expertise for life in Russia.

  1. Immigration & relocation support

    Guidance and practical assistance with the procedures and logistics involved in moving to Russia, including residence permits, moving, real estate, rental and registration.

  2. Discovery & familiarization

    Travel advice and discovery trips to help you explore the country and prepare for life there.

  3. Consulting services

    Assessment of individual projects, expert recommendations and guidance, and help defining action plans and next steps towards building a future in Russia.

  4. Information & media

    Educational content, guides and insights to help you better understand contemporary Russia.

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Meet the founders

Experience you can build on.

With 28 years of combined experience living, working, building businesses and developing projects in Russia, our founders bring deep, firsthand knowledge of the country and its realities.

Over the years, they have helped more than 1,500 foreigners navigate their own Russian projects, drawing on extensive expertise in relocation, immigration, entrepreneurship and local development. Meet Russia brings this experience together under one mission: to make settling in Russia easier and help more people turn their ambitions into reality.

28years of combined experience
1,500+foreigners supported
Portrait of Alexandre Stefanesco

Alexandre Stefanesco

French entrepreneur · In Russia since 2008

Alexandre is a French entrepreneur who has lived in Russia since 2008. Founder of several businesses specializing in immigration, relocation, real estate and recruitment, he has spent nearly two decades helping foreigners discover, settle and build their future in Russia. Through his media channels and professional activities, he shares his experience of modern Russia and promotes connections between Russia and the world.

Portrait of Eddie Gonzales

Eddie Gonzales

Texan entrepreneur & filmmaker · In Russia since 2023

A retired Texas law enforcement official, Eddie spent more than 30 years in public service. In Russia, he founded a consulting and concierge service helping foreigners plan their visits, relocate and get settled. He co-founded Russia Up Close, an English-language interview show and podcast. Known as the Moscow Photographer online, Eddie documents the people, places and everyday experiences that have shaped his understanding of Russia.

Portrait of Jozef Schutzman

Jozef Schutzman

American IT executive & entrepreneur · In Russia since 2023

Jozef Schutzman is an American IT executive, entrepreneur and father of seven who moved to Russia with his family in 2023. With extensive experience in the technology sector, including senior positions at Microsoft, Oracle Cerner and Red Hat, he brings strong expertise in business and project management. Through his media activities, including Home in Russia and Russia Up Close, he shares his experience of life in Russia and helps foster dialogue between Russian and Western audiences.

Wherever you are in your journey

We’re here to help you move forward.

Meet Russia combines firsthand experience and professional expertise to help you approach your next step with clarity and confidence.

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