William Bolton
@Tradewinds100
English expat in Ukraine
Forum posts
38
Contacts
4
About me
English
Lives in Kirovohrad
Speaks English, Russian, Swahili, Somali
Registration: 22 November 2012
Permit class K by Kees Pijnenburg
I'm from Holland and having a relation with a woman from Kenya. Within a few months l wanna immigrate to Kenya and ask for a permit class K. In july l will have my pension but do they accept savings for now? My pension and savings each are more ...
Thanks for the information. Would I be allowed to buy, register and insure a vehicle before the issuance of permit K? Also assuming I would need an official P.O. Box number for vehicle registration, once again is that also possible before the ... Read More
Permit class K by Kees Pijnenburg
I'm from Holland and having a relation with a woman from Kenya. Within a few months l wanna immigrate to Kenya and ask for a permit class K. In july l will have my pension but do they accept savings for now? My pension and savings each are more ...
Hi Longonot62, Quote: << To get an ID number, you must apply to extend a single entry visa for an additional 3 months, at which point you apply for a Foreigners Certificate >> Could I apply for a driving licence and insure a vehicle ... Read More
Permit class K by Kees Pijnenburg
I'm from Holland and having a relation with a woman from Kenya. Within a few months l wanna immigrate to Kenya and ask for a permit class K. In july l will have my pension but do they accept savings for now? My pension and savings each are more ...
Thanks Torewest & Longonot62, much appreciate the information. Read More
Permit class K by Kees Pijnenburg
I'm from Holland and having a relation with a woman from Kenya. Within a few months l wanna immigrate to Kenya and ask for a permit class K. In july l will have my pension but do they accept savings for now? My pension and savings each are more ...
Hello my learned friends, is it possible to leave the country and come back whilst your K class permit is in progress? Read More
Pakistani Students in Ukraine
Hi Waseem, Its certainly cheaper in Ukraine but I think you'll find the university standards in rather low and if you did qualify not sure it would be accepted worldwide. Many Ukrainian students tend finish their education in former Soviet ... Read More
Any body need information about Portugal residency card? by mirzaisrar
Hello every body Hope you are all well. Which people need information about Portugal residency card and all details can context me thanks
Hi, am I correct in thinking the procedure for an EU citizen wanting residency in Portugal would be to get an address by renting a place where you wish to live, then go to the local Town Hall and apply for Fiscal Number, I understand the FN is ... Read More
Your best business development ideas in Ukraine
Hi, I can think of many opportunities for business in Ukraine, unfortunately corruption is so endemic right across the spectrum that sadly even if you did start a business you would probably have it taken away or closed down by some lower level ... Read More
buying a car in Ukraine by dixie45
can anyone tell me, am I allowed to buy a car (for cash) here in Ukraine and register it in my own name ?
Hello Dixie, I wanted to buy a new car for cash about 3 years ago and discovered that I couldn't, I had to be registered at the Ukrainian local passport tables formally having an address in the country. Long story but I eventually bought the car ... Read More
Obtaining permanent residence by watchthatman
I am halfway through the process, and if there is anyone interested I can detail my experiences about the process up to today. I am English and married to a Urainian woman for the last 7 years.
You can apply if you've been married for two years, you must leave Ukraine apply for and get visa type D, enter Ukraine and then you can apply for PR. Visa D is the start giving you I think 40 days for PR process. If the PR process takes longer ... Read More
Obtaining permanent residence by watchthatman
I am halfway through the process, and if there is anyone interested I can detail my experiences about the process up to today. I am English and married to a Urainian woman for the last 7 years.
Thanks for the update, maximum they fine overstayers is just over 800uah, I was two days over, didn't think I was tried to argue no chance, I'm sure the fine should have been much less as 800uah is suppose to be the maximum, but I had a ... Read More
Obtaining permanent residence by watchthatman
I am halfway through the process, and if there is anyone interested I can detail my experiences about the process up to today. I am English and married to a Urainian woman for the last 7 years.
How did you get on? Did you get your permanent Type D visa? Give us an update, thanks. Read More
Obtaining permanent residence by watchthatman
I am halfway through the process, and if there is anyone interested I can detail my experiences about the process up to today. I am English and married to a Urainian woman for the last 7 years.
Thanks for the confirmation, I'm currently in the UK sorting out things and I'm returning to Kiev end of the month to prepare for our three weeks hols in Punta Cana in Dominican Republic (bargain prices for all inclusive). My other half needs a rest ... Read More
Obtaining permanent residence by watchthatman
I am halfway through the process, and if there is anyone interested I can detail my experiences about the process up to today. I am English and married to a Urainian woman for the last 7 years.
It gets complicated for sure!! When I asked the Type D visa at the London Ukraine Embassy, the lady had to check again at the cost, she was surprised at the high. I did try the Ukraine embassy in Istanbul hoping they would charge me differently ... Read More
Obtaining permanent residence by watchthatman
I am halfway through the process, and if there is anyone interested I can detail my experiences about the process up to today. I am English and married to a Urainian woman for the last 7 years.
Hello UkrAI, thanks for info regarding Moldova. We've got used to being unpopular in Europe for centuries. The high visa cost is a tit for tat caused by our government imposing equally high fees, I guess the idea is to reduce the numbers wanting ... Read More
Obtaining permanent residence by watchthatman
I am halfway through the process, and if there is anyone interested I can detail my experiences about the process up to today. I am English and married to a Urainian woman for the last 7 years.
Wish you all the best, nice place. Don't know what many Ukrainians will do this year as Crimea was a favorite summer spot. Read More
Obtaining permanent residence by watchthatman
I am halfway through the process, and if there is anyone interested I can detail my experiences about the process up to today. I am English and married to a Urainian woman for the last 7 years.
Its tit for tat, as UK authorities charge the same amount for Ukrainians. Lucky you at under $200, I think its the same for the rest of the world. milo55, I see you are in Sevastopol, have you had to get a visa under the new administration? Read More
Obtaining permanent residence by watchthatman
I am halfway through the process, and if there is anyone interested I can detail my experiences about the process up to today. I am English and married to a Urainian woman for the last 7 years.
The last time I tried for permanent visa, I was shocked at the cost over 拢900 specifically for Britons!! Hopefully with new political climate the cost might come down. Love to hear from any Britons who've tried recently. Thanks. Read More
Ukraine Type D visa for UK citizens costs 拢890 ($1500)!!! by Tradewinds100
I thought I would get a Type D visa whilst we wait for my wife's UK entry papers to get sorted out, well I did get a shock at the cost, the Ukraine London visa office had to double check as they couldn't believe it either..... 拢890!!! Some $1500. I ...
Thanks Trevor for your all information, I will definately go to Istanbul saving myself a hefty sum. Surprising that other Ukraine embassies dont apply the same cost as London!! By the way...married in Dubai! fantastic, were you working there? I am ... Read More
Ukraine Type D visa for UK citizens costs 拢890 ($1500)!!! by Tradewinds100
I thought I would get a Type D visa whilst we wait for my wife's UK entry papers to get sorted out, well I did get a shock at the cost, the Ukraine London visa office had to double check as they couldn't believe it either..... 拢890!!! Some $1500. I ...
Thanks for your response, I think I will go via the same route as yourself. I was told by the UK embassy that I needed my passport (didn't ask copy with apostille), original Ukraine marriage certificate plus copy, copy of the first 5 pages my wife's ... Read More
Ukraine Type D visa for UK citizens costs 拢890 ($1500)!!! by Tradewinds100
I thought I would get a Type D visa whilst we wait for my wife's UK entry papers to get sorted out, well I did get a shock at the cost, the Ukraine London visa office had to double check as they couldn't believe it either..... 拢890!!! Some $1500. I ...
Hi Devilinablackcoat, sadly it's difficult finding a man in an overseas Embassy who "can provide with incentive..." I have been told by our local passport tables office that the process for Type D could take as much as 3 months to complete but ... Read More
Ukraine Type D visa for UK citizens costs 拢890 ($1500)!!! by Tradewinds100
I thought I would get a Type D visa whilst we wait for my wife's UK entry papers to get sorted out, well I did get a shock at the cost, the Ukraine London visa office had to double check as they couldn't believe it either..... 拢890!!! Some $1500. I ...
Sorry I misunderstood you. I guess it's all down to politics, as the atmostphere gets better I hope the cost of this visa drops. I think Ukraine Type D for Schengen countries is around 聙60. Read More
Ukraine Type D visa for UK citizens costs 拢890 ($1500)!!! by Tradewinds100
I thought I would get a Type D visa whilst we wait for my wife's UK entry papers to get sorted out, well I did get a shock at the cost, the Ukraine London visa office had to double check as they couldn't believe it either..... 拢890!!! Some $1500. I ...
My friend you are wrong on both counts, this isn't me asking fellow bloggers but the Ukraine embassy in London, you are also wrong about the cost of Ukraine Type D visa for US citizens its $230 Read More
Ukraine Type D visa for UK citizens costs 拢890 ($1500)!!!
I thought I would get a Type D visa whilst we wait for my wife's UK entry papers to get sorted out, well I did get a shock at the cost, the Ukraine London visa office had to double check as they couldn't believe it either..... 拢890!!! Some $1500. I ... Read More
Schengen Visa
Update on my Schengen Visa. We got married in August this year and within days we applied for a Schengen Visa for my wife to Greece. I am a British citizen and although Britain is not a member of Schengen, the process was quick, simple and free, ... Read More
Schengen Visa
I have been with my Ukraine partner for four years and we are geting married this summer. In the meantime we are hoping to travel to various European countries with her named as my fianc茅. She is not working and is totally dependent on me. Can ... Read More
Photographing models by Tradewinds100
I am an amateur photographer and recently I have become interested in photographing models (as there are so many beautiful women in Ukraine) and so to that end I have bought studio lightning equipment etc. My photography is purely a hobby I would ...
Igorvlad and Karayuschij, I guess you are both photographers, my setup consists of two 300w flash heads, 30x140cm strip softbox, 120cm octagonal softbox, square 60com softbox, with umbrellas, snoot and background muslin with supports. I need a ... Read More
Photographing models by Tradewinds100
I am an amateur photographer and recently I have become interested in photographing models (as there are so many beautiful women in Ukraine) and so to that end I have bought studio lightning equipment etc. My photography is purely a hobby I would ...
Got it! Thanks once again, much appreciated. Read More
Photographing models by Tradewinds100
I am an amateur photographer and recently I have become interested in photographing models (as there are so many beautiful women in Ukraine) and so to that end I have bought studio lightning equipment etc. My photography is purely a hobby I would ...
Thanks for valuable replies about model release forms. I certainly would like a copy of your release form especially if its in Ukrainian/Russian language. Read More
Hello everyone! I will be happy to make new friends! by irynalight
My name is Irena and I am from Kiev! I like travelling, dancing, music.
Hi Irena, Im Bill and Im flying in and out of Kiev Borispol often on my way to Kirovohrade, pleased to meet you. Read More
Photographing models
I am an amateur photographer and recently I have become interested in photographing models (as there are so many beautiful women in Ukraine) and so to that end I have bought studio lightning equipment etc. My photography is purely a hobby I would ... Read More
Visa extension beyond 6 months by GrahamFox
I'm looking for some up-to-date advice on how to extend a tourist visa beyond 6 months (I've already renewed my visa once). The general consensus is that you have to leave the East African community to get new tourist visa - going to Ethiopia tends ...
Is the Kenya immigration system computerised? I have been to many countries and although the immigration office passes the passport by some scanner it is not necessarily linked up to a centralised server which keeps a record a on how many days ... Read More
Cost of living in Kenya by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very useful to talk about the cost of living in Kenya. Don't forget to mention where in Kenya you are living. How much does it cost to live in Kenya? > accommodation prices > public transportation fares (tube, bus etc ...
Further to my last post, the biggest expense for any expat is accommodation, typically furnished one bedroom apartment in Nairobi you'd be lucky to get a secure one in reasonable condition for less than 60,000/- in comparison to 25-30,000/- Nakuru ... Read More
Cost of living in Kenya by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very useful to talk about the cost of living in Kenya. Don't forget to mention where in Kenya you are living. How much does it cost to live in Kenya? > accommodation prices > public transportation fares (tube, bus etc ...
I've lived in Kenya on and off since the colonial days and of course like the rest of the world it's changed tremendously, especially the cost of living. Nairobi has become expensive, I find towns like Nyeri, Nanyuki, Kisumu etc cheaper especially ... Read More
Obtaining permanent residence by watchthatman
I am halfway through the process, and if there is anyone interested I can detail my experiences about the process up to today. I am English and married to a Urainian woman for the last 7 years.
Hello Watchman, 7 years you are practically Ukrainian!! I have been in Ukraine on and off for the last 3 years, Im continuously checking how many days I've been in the country so as not to fall foul of the 90 day rule, I guess it's better then ... Read More
How to deal with Dutch people? by myduchess
How to deal with Dutch people? Like to start a conversation..because it hesitates me to speak English. And I think many of them doesn't like it. Some people likes to talk to their same nationality (Dutch) because they can express their feelings and ...
Hi myduchess, I've never had any problems dealing with Dutch people, I think they are good well mannered Europeans and great adventurers by the way. I think your question should have been, "How to deal with Russian people on holiday" Cheers Trade. Read More