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American looking for information about Ukraine

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Lives in Kyiv Oblast

Registration: 30 September 2018

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martinodesa

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 ...

Gregorypak

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

Gregorypak replied to a thread
2 years ago
Guest7832

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.

Gregorypak

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

Gregorypak replied to a thread
2 years ago
Guest7832

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.

Gregorypak

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

Gregorypak replied to a thread
2 years ago
Michael1123

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 ...

Gregorypak

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

Gregorypak replied to a thread
2 years ago
Michael1123

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 ...

Gregorypak

@Michael1123Michael,If you are married to a Ukraine citizen, why didn't you get a temporary green card that is good for one year? It takes only 2 weeks to get a temporary green card while waiting for a permanent resident card.You can try this ... Read More

Gregorypak replied to a thread
3 years ago
Gregorypak

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 ...

Gregorypak

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

Gregorypak created a thread
3 years ago

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

Gregorypak replied to a thread
3 years ago
DreamCatcher213

New Construction Flat in Kiev or Surrounding Area by DreamCatcher213

I’m 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 ...

Gregorypak

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

Gregorypak replied to a thread
3 years ago
Michael1123

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 £1,500) I don't want to make a mistake and have to buy a second one ! So ...

Gregorypak

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

Gregorypak replied to a thread
3 years ago
simon-in-nikolaev

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 ...

Gregorypak

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

Gregorypak replied to a thread
3 years ago
DreamCatcher213

New Construction Flat in Kiev or Surrounding Area by DreamCatcher213

I’m 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 ...

Gregorypak

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

Gregorypak replied to a thread
3 years ago
UkrAl

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 ...

Gregorypak

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

Gregorypak replied to a thread
4 years ago
rnethken

Moving to Ukraine by rnethken

I am Rance A.F.X.E. Nethken, and live in Payson, Arizona, USA. My intent, after many visits to Ukraine, Russia and other slavic countries, is to establish residency in Ukraine. My many visits to Kyiv, Rivne, Kharkiv, Odessa, Lviv over the years ...

Gregorypak

Thanks... Greg Read More

Gregorypak replied to a thread
4 years ago
rnethken

Moving to Ukraine by rnethken

I am Rance A.F.X.E. Nethken, and live in Payson, Arizona, USA. My intent, after many visits to Ukraine, Russia and other slavic countries, is to establish residency in Ukraine. My many visits to Kyiv, Rivne, Kharkiv, Odessa, Lviv over the years ...

Gregorypak

Hi Stumpy, what is PM system? Thanks, Read More

Gregorypak replied to a thread
4 years ago
rnethken

Moving to Ukraine by rnethken

I am Rance A.F.X.E. Nethken, and live in Payson, Arizona, USA. My intent, after many visits to Ukraine, Russia and other slavic countries, is to establish residency in Ukraine. My many visits to Kyiv, Rivne, Kharkiv, Odessa, Lviv over the years ...

Gregorypak

Hi, I don't think you will have any problem living in Ukraine, provided you marry an Ukraine woman. If you marry a Ukrainian, it will make the process whole bunch easier. If you move to Ukraine, you are also entitled to import one car with no ... Read More