The decision to move to another country is rarely spontaneous. After living in Georgia, which was never considered a final destination for emigration for 10, 20, or 30 years, an active search for a new home began. The idea of leaving Georgia was always present, and several destinations were considered.
When planning emigration in 2025, several destinations were considered, as Georgia, where the family had previously lived, was not seen as the final destination. Initially, Georgia was a temporary option, and there were always thoughts of moving to another country for long-term residence.
The move to Serbia took place in late 2022. It began on a 22-are plot of land where there was nothing but old, rotten stumps and several dilapidated buildings. The old house was so decrepit that it was dangerous to be near it—the roof, a brick, or a tile could fall on your head at any moment.
After two years of living in Serbia, it's possible to draw some conclusions. This experience is based on living in Belgrade—the capital and one of the largest cities in the Balkans, where you can find almost everything you need for a comfortable life.
The main flow of people moving to Serbia consists of specialists relocated by their companies. This primarily concerns the information technology sector, as many firms are moving their employees here to continue their work.
The first difficulty you might face when moving to Serbia is finding a job. Despite available vacancies, the country is on the brink of unemployment, and wage levels often do not match the cost of living. The situation has been complicated by a recent influx of people, which has led to a significant increase in prices for rent, goods, and services, while salaries have remained at their previous level.
One of the first and most noticeable features of daily life in Serbia is the widespread smoking. This habit is so common that you can find people smoking almost everywhere: at bus stops, in cafes, restaurants, and even in internet cafes. Everyone smokes, regardless of age — from teenagers to the elderly.
It has been three and a half years since moving from Russia to Serbia. This time has flown by, and the last year and a half have been the most eventful and powerful of my entire life. It became a period when childhood dreams of what adult life should be like began to come true.
The first and most important advantage of living in Serbia is its people. Serbs come across as very kind and responsive people, with whom it is comfortable to be around and live side by side.