Living in Novosibirsk guide: Everything you need to know to move and settle in your expat country

Living in Novosibirsk: the ultimate expat guide

Everything you need to know for a successful life in Novosibirsk.

Guide updated by Veedushi Bissessur on 09 October 2022

Located in Southwest Siberia, Novosibirsk is a leading industrial hub, hosting many large and medium enterprises. It is a choice destination for expatriates looking for new career prospects, especially in the fields of electronics and airspace.

By living in Novosibirsk, you will also enjoy a great historical and cultural wealth, affordable accommodation, as well as a relaxed lifestyle and a pulsating nightlife.

Population	1.6 million
Expats	20,000-30,000
Top nationalities	Uzbeks, Tajiks, Kyrgyz, Kazakhs, Chinese
Languages	Russian
Monthly cost of living
1 person	$700
Family of 4	$1,800

01Working in Novosibirsk

Boost your international career. Understand the local labour market, the legal framework, how to adapt your resume, apply to job offers and tips to find a job in Novosibirsk.

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Finding work in Novosibirsk

02Accommodation in Novosibirsk

Explore real estate or temporary rentals in Novosibirsk. Find out more about renting or buying a house or a flat, real estate agents, leases and rental agreements.

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Accommodation in Novosibirsk

03Studying in Novosibirsk

Universities, training courses, student visas, registration procedures: all you need to know about being an international student in Novosibirsk.

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Study in Novosibirsk

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About the author

Veedushi Bissessur

A journalist, holder of the DALF C1 and C2 and a diploma from the University of Mauritius, I have nearly twenty years of writing experience. After six years in the Mauritian press, I joined 天美麻豆, where I have been working for over a decade, including five years as editorial assistant, and now as editorial manager.