Best Cities for Russians & Ukrainians to Move to 2026
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Cities where Russian and Ukrainian passport holders can actually get in — no visa headaches, no six-month wait for an appointment that gets canceled. Ranked by the combination of easy access, affordable rent, and long-term livability.
14 cities ranked by collection score
Rosario
Argentina
Cordoba
Argentina
Debrecen
Hungary
Novi Sad
Serbia
Yerevan
Armenia
Buenos Aires
Argentina
Budapest
Hungary
Belgrade
Serbia
Kutaisi
Georgia
Bali
Indonesia
Batumi
Georgia
Tbilisi
Georgia
Medellin
Colombia
Istanbul
Turkey
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best open door cities city in 2026?▾
Based on our data, Rosario (Argentina) ranks #1 for open door cities in 2026, with city-centre rent from around $223/month.
Which are the top cities for open door cities?▾
Top picks by our ranking: #1 Rosario (Argentina), #2 Cordoba (Argentina), #3 Debrecen (Hungary). These cities scored highest on the criteria used for this collection.
What is the cheapest city to live in for open door cities?▾
Among cities in this collection, Rosario (Argentina) has the lowest rent at around $223/month for a 1-bedroom in the city centre. Actual costs depend on lifestyle, but this is a strong signal for overall affordability.
Which city in the Open Door Cities collection is the safest?▾
Budapest (Hungary) has the lowest homicide rate among cities in this collection at 0.0 per 100,000 residents (UNODC data). Low homicide rate is one of the strongest indicators of overall public safety.
How are cities ranked in the Open Door Cities collection?▾
Cities where Russian and Ukrainian passport holders can actually get in — no visa headaches, no six-month wait for an appointment that gets canceled. Ranked by the combination of easy access, affordable rent, and long-term livability. Cities are ranked by a score derived from real data sources including Numbeo (cost of living), UNODC (crime), EIU (democracy), Ookla (internet speed), and EF EPI (English proficiency). No sponsored placements.