Gregorypak
American looking for information about Ukraine
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Lives in Kyiv Oblast
Registration: 30 September 2018
Transferring money to and from Ukraine. during war by martinodesa
Hi all, this just a short post, to keep all interested in sending or receiving money from the Ukraine. At this moment in time 95% of Ukraine is covered with normal banking, ATMs banks etc. If you are resident i would strongly advice you to get the ...
I have sent money using paysend app. It is inexpensive and quick. You transfer using your bank ATM card to the recipient's Ukraine credit or ATM card. Read More
Traveling to Ukraine in the next 1-4 months by Guest7832
If anyone travelled recently from the USA, what recommendations would you provide. Companies for booking accommodations, or best route to take. Thank you for your responses.
I don't recommend anyone going to Ukraine unless it is absolutely necessary. There is a rumor Russians will have a major attack again in Feb or March. It is easy to become a collateral damage. Read More
Traveling to Ukraine in the next 1-4 months by Guest7832
If anyone travelled recently from the USA, what recommendations would you provide. Companies for booking accommodations, or best route to take. Thank you for your responses.
I recently traveled to Kiev from the States to check on our house in Kiev and also see my step son fighting in the front. We arrived to Warsaw and took a bus to Lviv. From there, took a train to Kiev. It is also possible to use the bus directly to ... Read More
So I got a 3 year entry ban for overstaying by around 4-8 weeks by Michael1123
Does anyone know a good lawyer that can help? I think there has been a mistake.What I know:When I left Borispol last Jan they said I had overstayed by around a month (I can't remember exactly but it was definitely less than 2 months). I was told ...
Mike,That is great if you can have someone to clear this for $500. Just make sure this lawyer has good reputation. Does he require all $500 up front or partial payment to start and the balance when it is done? I normally stay away from lawyers who ... Read More
So I got a 3 year entry ban for overstaying by around 4-8 weeks by Michael1123
Does anyone know a good lawyer that can help? I think there has been a mistake.What I know:When I left Borispol last Jan they said I had overstayed by around a month (I can't remember exactly but it was definitely less than 2 months). I was told ...
@Michael1123Michael,If you are married to a Ukraine citizen, why didn't you get a temporary green card that is good for one year?聽It takes only 2 weeks to get a temporary green card while waiting for a permanent resident card.You can try this ... Read More
Proof of Covid-19 negative test result by Gregorypak
Has anyone arrived to Ukraine recently with a proof of negative Covid-19 test result from the U.S.A? If so, did you get the negative test result on paper with some kind of authenticating stamp? I am visiting the US at the moment and soon to return ...
Thank you Zonk76 for your response. By the way, I found this link for anyone planning to visit Ukraine during this pandemic period. Hope it helps someone. https://visitukraine.today/ Read More
Proof of Covid-19 negative test result
Has anyone arrived to Ukraine recently with a proof of negative Covid-19 test result from the U.S.A? If so, did you get the negative test result on paper with some kind of authenticating stamp? I am visiting the US at the moment and soon to return ... Read More
New Construction Flat in Kiev or Surrounding Area by DreamCatcher213
I鈥檓 interested in purchasing real estate and would like some information on purchasing a new construction flat in Kiev. Is it necessary or advantageous to use the services of a licensed realtor for a new construction flat? In the US ...
We bought a 6 sotka (about 22m x 27m) lot near teremky metro station, by car about 10 minutes. Built a house using SIP (structurally insulated panel) in one year. Using SIP, house box can go up fast, within a week or two, maximum. This is very ... Read More
Migrating to Ukraine - Propiska needed immediately? by Michael1123
Hello All What a great forum with a lot of info. I'm soon to start the process of migrating to Ukraine and purchasing a D visa. Since it is very expensive in the UK (about 拢1,500) I don't want to make a mistake and have to buy a second one ! So ...
In Ukraine, you cannot do anything without a propiska. It is absolutely necessary. You cannot apply a temporary or permanent residence permit, you cannot get a driver license, you cannot register your car, etc... One way is to find someone, a ... Read More
Enter Ukraine on Emergency Travel Documents by simon-in-nikolaev
Is it possible to enter Ukraine with UK Emergency Travel Documents? I have a bit of a chicken-and-egg situation... I tried to renew my temporary residency permit, however I have been unable to due to my expiring passport. Due to the current ...
Simon, Sorry I don't have good info to add, but curious. Normally, an applicant can receive a permanent residency permit, if the person is married with an Ukraine citizen, within a year. But sounds like you have not received it yet. ... Read More
New Construction Flat in Kiev or Surrounding Area by DreamCatcher213
I鈥檓 interested in purchasing real estate and would like some information on purchasing a new construction flat in Kiev. Is it necessary or advantageous to use the services of a licensed realtor for a new construction flat? In the US ...
It is impossible to buy a flat with underground parking unless you are buying a new, very expensive apartment. You are talking a few hundred thousands dollars. It might be possible for you to buy very old and small apartments in outskirts of Kiev ... Read More
Any updates regarding UK visitors and Coronavirus by UkrAl
Hi, I will be coming to visit my wife and family in December can anyone advise of what to expect at the border with Poland with regards to coronavirus, I read somewhere that I need an app on my mobile with my Ukrainian number and that I can get a ...
Simon, According to mfa.gov.ua/en/news/government-lits-entry-restrictions-foreigners-travelling-or-through-ukraine, locals and foreigners who have a permanent residency permit don't need to buy an insurance. I thought you have a permanent ... Read More
Transfer money from your US a莽count to Ukraine by RE63
Anyone have any advice on the best way to draw money from your bank in the USA to Ukraine?
Time to time I make international transfer from U.S. bank to my wife's Private dollar bank account in Kiev. After that my wife withdraw all money in dollar. Then, I change to local currency as I need. If you change to local currency when you ... Read More
Car insurance for foreign cars. by UkrAl
After almost a year of not being with my wife due to covid cancelling four holiday we had booked this year, I'm now planning on visiting Ukraine over the Christmas holidays providing we are allowed to travel, I will be using my own car from the ...
Sorry to hear that a comprehensive ins cannot be purchased for a foreign registered car. If you are still interested in, you might look into a company called Clemens ins under written by Lyoids ins company in London. They provide full ins world ... Read More
Car insurance for foreign cars. by UkrAl
After almost a year of not being with my wife due to covid cancelling four holiday we had booked this year, I'm now planning on visiting Ukraine over the Christmas holidays providing we are allowed to travel, I will be using my own car from the ...
I am not sure about insuring a foreign car. But I imported a car from the U.S. and bought an insurance covering third party and my car. Company I used is "袨斜械褉懈谐" Contact center: +380 800218 201. Read More
Ukranian D visa ( spouse) by Mark Rio
Hi guys I wonder if someone can help me ! I鈥檓 a brazilian citizen , green car US holder that married an Ukranian citizen 18months ago . I been coming in and out of Ukraine for the past three years and last time I left the country in Boryspol ...
Hello Martin, Thank you for your valuable information. I didn't know about the medical insurance part. You are probably right that it will be cheaper just to buy a med insurance in Ukraine for this purpose rather than trying to get the ... Read More
Ukranian D visa ( spouse) by Mark Rio
Hi guys I wonder if someone can help me ! I鈥檓 a brazilian citizen , green car US holder that married an Ukranian citizen 18months ago . I been coming in and out of Ukraine for the past three years and last time I left the country in Boryspol ...
Martin, I am ok with obtaining a D visa in US. My question was about one of documents required in applying for a residency permit in Ukraine. Thanks. Greg Read More
Ukranian D visa ( spouse) by Mark Rio
Hi guys I wonder if someone can help me ! I鈥檓 a brazilian citizen , green car US holder that married an Ukranian citizen 18months ago . I been coming in and out of Ukraine for the past three years and last time I left the country in Boryspol ...
Hello everyone, Has anyone from U.S.A. successfully applied and received a temporary or permanent residency permit in Ukraine? If so, my question is this. One of documents need to be submitted is a letter or document from a police station ... Read More
New members of the Ukraine forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Ukraine forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you聽;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Did you move to Krivoy Rog? My wife is from the same city and still has an apt there. We visit there sometimes. We are planning to move to Ukraine, sell the apt and move closer to Kiev. Lets get together sometime when we visit Krivoy Rog next time. ... Read More
Work Permit necessary for Temporary Residence Permit ? by ROXusa
If someone already has a source of income out-of-country, then do they have to obtain a work permit in Ukraine in order to get a TRP ? It doesnt make sense that a foreigner with a business out of country would have to find work in Ukraine, if they ...
I am not sure if this is an appropriate site for this question. My step son (Ukraine wife's son) lives in Ukraine with a Kazak citizen. She received the Ukraine immigration visa from Kazakstan more than a year ago. She received an Ukraine ... Read More
New members of the Ukraine forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Ukraine forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you聽;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Martin, Are you doing some kind of work there? Read More
New members of the Ukraine forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Ukraine forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you聽;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Thank you for your suggestion. I visited Odessa few times in the past. I like beaches sometimes. However, my body doesnt like hot weather. I get all kinds of skin problems in hot temperature. My body function better in cool or cold temperature. By ... Read More
New members of the Ukraine forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Ukraine forum? Don聮t know how to start? This thread is for you聽;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
New member. Retired last year and still living in U.S. My wife is from Krivoy Rig, Ukraine. We are thinking about living in Ukraine in next 2 - 3 years. Probably commuting distance to Kiev because it will help my step son (Ukraine) to get a job ... Read More