The US position
The US does not require renunciation
US citizenship law does not require you to renounce your foreign citizenship at naturalization. Millions of US citizens hold passports of other countries — it is a recognized legal norm.
Dual citizenship in the US — can you keep your Russian passport
A US passport does not require giving up your Russian one. We break down how it works legally and guide you the whole way — from the visa to naturalization.
95% of cases approved
Statistics across all visa and petition types since 2023. We take clients from the visa all the way to a US passport.
Approval or your money back
Money-back guarantee in the contract — not just words. Migrator takes the financial risk on itself.
Full cycle — to the passport
Visa → Green Card → naturalization. We don't drop you after the petition is approved.
Available 24/7
Telegram and WhatsApp, a personal manager at every stage. Not a ticket system.
Dual citizenship
"Dual" vs "second" citizenship — what is the difference
Many people are convinced that Russia bans holding two passports. That is not true. What is prohibited is "dual citizenship" in the strict sense — it requires an international treaty between the two countries. "Second citizenship" — a passport of another country while keeping your Russian one — is allowed under Russian law. There is one obligation: notify the Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs (MVD) within 60 days.
US: allows it
US citizenship law does not require giving up foreign passports. The naturalization oath contains renunciation language, but in practice the US does not annul other citizenships and does not demand proof of renunciation.
- Naturalization — with no obligation to give up your other passport.
- You can own property and work in both countries.
- Children born in the US receive citizenship automatically.
Russia: allows it with registration
Russian law allows a second citizenship but requires you to notify the MVD within 60 days of acquiring it. You file in person or through an authorized representative in Russia. The fine for failing to notify is up to 200,000 ₽.
- Notifying the MVD within 60 days is mandatory.
- Your Russian passport stays — along with all your rights as a Russian citizen.
- We help file the notification after you receive your US passport.
The Russian position
Notification, not a ban
The obligation is to notify the MVD within 60 days of acquiring a second citizenship. It is a notification procedure, not a ban. The fine is for failing to notify — not for the citizenship itself.
Taxes
Tax obligations
A US citizen files a return with the IRS regardless of country of residence. A double-taxation treaty means you will not have to pay twice.
Benefits
What you get
Visa-free travel to 180+ countries, the right to live and work in the US, access to public benefits, citizenship passed on to your children. Your Russian passport stays — you lose no rights in Russia.
Who it's for
We help professionals from many fields around the world move to the US legally
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How it works
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You fill out a questionnaire, and our specialists analyze your case in detail to assess your real chances of approval. At this stage you already see which path is the most promising for you. We then contact you to schedule an online meeting at a time that suits you.
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Get startedTimeline
From your first request to a US passport — 5–8 years. The timeline depends on your starting status and the visa program you choose.
| Stage | Timeframe |
|---|---|
| Assessment and program selection | 1-2 weeks |
| Visa petition preparation | 1-3 months |
| USCIS processing | 3-12 months |
| Receiving the Green Card | after approval |
| Residency for naturalization | 3-5 years |
| Exam, interview, oath | 6-12 months |
| Total time to passport | 5 to 8 years |
The longest stage is residency as a permanent resident: 3 years for spouses of US citizens and 5 years in all other cases. It is a legal requirement — there is no way around it.
The sooner you start — the sooner the clock starts on the mandatory residency. Every month you put it off is added to the final date you receive your passport.
Why Migrator
95% approvals by our attorneys — with a money-back guarantee in the contract
We handle the entire journey — from your first visa to a US passport and the MVD notification. Every case is handled by a licensed US attorney.
* The 95% approval rate is an approximate figure based on approved cases across different time periods and visa categories.
Licensed US attorneys
Every case is handled by a licensed US attorney or an accredited representative specializing in immigration law. Hundreds of approved petitions.
Money-back guarantee in the contract
Approval or a full refund — the terms are written into the contract. Migrator takes the financial risk on itself — this is not a marketing gimmick.
Fixed price
The price is set before the contract is signed. The RFE response, additional consultations, case adjustments — all included. Government fees are not included.
Available 24/7
Your personal chat includes: the department head, a supervisor, a paralegal, a case manager, and an AI bot. Weekly updates.
Three stages of document review
A coordinator checks completeness, an attorney checks legal weight, a senior partner checks case strategy. The petition passes three filters before it reaches USCIS.
Support after approval
We help with naturalization, prepare you for the exam and the interview, and file the notification with the Russian MVD. Still in touch after you get your passport.
Don't put it off
Start your path to citizenship today — later it gets harder and more expensive
Requirements keep tightening
US immigration policy is changing. Criteria that pass today may not be enough a year from now. A route available in 2026 may close in 2028.
Processing times keep growing
Standard USCIS petition processing is getting longer. What used to take 1 month can now take 3. The sooner you file — the sooner the clock starts.
The residency period cannot be shortened
3 years for spouses of US citizens, 5 years in all other cases. It is a legal requirement. Every month you delay the start delays your passport by a month.
The window for your family is closing
Children adapt more easily at 5 than at 12. It's easier for a spouse to start a career at 35 than at 45. Every year of waiting is a year your family could have spent in the US.
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