Russians Who Fled to Turkey Face New Challenges, Seek Stability Elsewhere

Residency issues and economic difficulties drive many Russians to relocate again, with Serbia and Montenegro emerging as new destinations.

Tens of thousands of Russians initially fled to Turkey following the invasion of Ukraine.
Residency permit rejections and soaring living costs have forced many to leave Turkey.
Serbia and Montenegro are among the few European countries welcoming Russian migrants.
Economic instability and bureaucratic hurdles in Turkey have exacerbated the situation.
Some Russians have sought more stable environments in Latin American countries.