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Gregory Alonzo

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American

Lives in Kyiv

Speaks English, Spanish, Ukrainian, Russian, Indonesian, Japanese, Chinese (Mandarin)

Registration: 28 August 2012

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Gregory Alonzo
spdmon replied to a thread
10 years ago
WVolpe3

Restrictions on Temporary Residence Permit by WVolpe3

Hey folks, anyone know if there is a restriction on how long you can be out of Ukraine before you lose your 1 year temporary resident status? I know some countries have these limits. Also, can US citizens with Ukraine residency enter Russia ...

Gregory Alonzo

I think the best is according to one's palate, no more, no less. I am a sommelier and I can't say that I agree with my colleagues when they speak in superlatives. I have had Mongolian vodka. I do not know where you live, but it is available ... Read More

Gregory Alonzo
spdmon replied to a thread
10 years ago
WVolpe3

Restrictions on Temporary Residence Permit by WVolpe3

Hey folks, anyone know if there is a restriction on how long you can be out of Ukraine before you lose your 1 year temporary resident status? I know some countries have these limits. Also, can US citizens with Ukraine residency enter Russia ...

Gregory Alonzo

I think you should start a new thread ... LOL! We are no longer discussing the original topic. Cane based? The vodka I have tried with this base was from Australia. It was just not my palate. I hope you can hit a home run with you plan of cane vodka. Read More

Gregory Alonzo
spdmon replied to a thread
10 years ago
WVolpe3

Restrictions on Temporary Residence Permit by WVolpe3

Hey folks, anyone know if there is a restriction on how long you can be out of Ukraine before you lose your 1 year temporary resident status? I know some countries have these limits. Also, can US citizens with Ukraine residency enter Russia ...

Gregory Alonzo

Interesting, Texas rum ... Who would have thought? I'm not a rum drinker, but I do prefer dark rums. Your vodka war grain or corn based. Ukraine makes some very interesting flavored vodkas. I deal direct with Nemiroff. However, I feel Lviska ... Read More

Gregory Alonzo
spdmon replied to a thread
10 years ago
WVolpe3

Restrictions on Temporary Residence Permit by WVolpe3

Hey folks, anyone know if there is a restriction on how long you can be out of Ukraine before you lose your 1 year temporary resident status? I know some countries have these limits. Also, can US citizens with Ukraine residency enter Russia ...

Gregory Alonzo

What were you going to distill, corn vodka? Take Tito's for example. It is a bit too sweet for my palate. I prefer Polish rye vodka. However, cocktails should use wheat vodka as a base because they blend better. Ciroc, Georgian and California ... Read More

Gregory Alonzo
spdmon replied to a thread
10 years ago
WVolpe3

Restrictions on Temporary Residence Permit by WVolpe3

Hey folks, anyone know if there is a restriction on how long you can be out of Ukraine before you lose your 1 year temporary resident status? I know some countries have these limits. Also, can US citizens with Ukraine residency enter Russia ...

Gregory Alonzo

I am a wine & spirits broker Read More

Gregory Alonzo
spdmon replied to a thread
10 years ago
WVolpe3

Restrictions on Temporary Residence Permit by WVolpe3

Hey folks, anyone know if there is a restriction on how long you can be out of Ukraine before you lose your 1 year temporary resident status? I know some countries have these limits. Also, can US citizens with Ukraine residency enter Russia ...

Gregory Alonzo

Interesting. Just curious what you consider a long time. The K-1 Visa is usually processed within 6 months. My wife received hers in 5 months. Read More

Gregory Alonzo
spdmon replied to a thread
10 years ago
WVolpe3

Restrictions on Temporary Residence Permit by WVolpe3

Hey folks, anyone know if there is a restriction on how long you can be out of Ukraine before you lose your 1 year temporary resident status? I know some countries have these limits. Also, can US citizens with Ukraine residency enter Russia ...

Gregory Alonzo

Best thing is to start with a Ukrainian passport that allows her travel abroad. What she has now is the same as our ID card. Start ASAP, because it sounds like you have a lot of work ahead of you. Read More

Gregory Alonzo
spdmon replied to a thread
10 years ago
WVolpe3

Restrictions on Temporary Residence Permit by WVolpe3

Hey folks, anyone know if there is a restriction on how long you can be out of Ukraine before you lose your 1 year temporary resident status? I know some countries have these limits. Also, can US citizens with Ukraine residency enter Russia ...

Gregory Alonzo

I deal with a of of people going in and out of Ukraine, both foreigners and locals. Based on the information you gave, I doubt she would receive the visa. What our immigration officials, along with Ukrainian officials, is will she return. First ... Read More

Gregory Alonzo
spdmon replied to a thread
10 years ago
WVolpe3

Restrictions on Temporary Residence Permit by WVolpe3

Hey folks, anyone know if there is a restriction on how long you can be out of Ukraine before you lose your 1 year temporary resident status? I know some countries have these limits. Also, can US citizens with Ukraine residency enter Russia ...

Gregory Alonzo

Depends on the purpose of your visit, length of requested stay, and type of visa one requests. There are many, very many variables to such a broad open ended question. Read More

Gregory Alonzo
spdmon replied to a thread
10 years ago
WVolpe3

Restrictions on Temporary Residence Permit by WVolpe3

Hey folks, anyone know if there is a restriction on how long you can be out of Ukraine before you lose your 1 year temporary resident status? I know some countries have these limits. Also, can US citizens with Ukraine residency enter Russia ...

Gregory Alonzo

Your wife does not need a visa to visit Russia. However, you do. Read More

Gregory Alonzo
spdmon replied to a thread
10 years ago
bethelo

Visa at the airport by bethelo

Hello everyone, I am a citizen of Mauritius and I would like to go to Ukraine as a tourist. I need a Visa but I read I could have it at the airport (since i'm Mauritian). Does anyone know the procedure for the tourist Visa please ? Is it ...

Gregory Alonzo

Too funny! On a serious note, be sure of what you say on this blog. Many serious people come here in search of good counsel. This is why many of us get so angry when people throw out mindless twaddle. How long will you visit Ukraine? Business or ... Read More

Gregory Alonzo
spdmon replied to a thread
10 years ago
bethelo

Visa at the airport by bethelo

Hello everyone, I am a citizen of Mauritius and I would like to go to Ukraine as a tourist. I need a Visa but I read I could have it at the airport (since i'm Mauritian). Does anyone know the procedure for the tourist Visa please ? Is it ...

Gregory Alonzo

I am also an American citizen. Just curious, why did you need a visa? We can stay 90 days without one. Read More

Gregory Alonzo
spdmon replied to a thread
10 years ago
JacoUkraine

Application / Web development work in Odessa Ukraine & visas by JacoUkraine

Hi I want to keep working for my current employer in South Africa but move to Ukraine, what process can I follow to apply for a work visa in the Ukraine, i.e I won't have an invitation letter as I would be working for a South African company but I ...

Gregory Alonzo

Now the situation is different with Russia because of what they have been doing in an effort to disrupt Ukraine. Remember, we US citizens need a visa to travel to Russia. I have an expired Russian visa in my passport and I am always questioned on my ... Read More

Gregory Alonzo
spdmon replied to a thread
10 years ago
dixie45

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 ?

Gregory Alonzo

I have been coming her for 10 years and never one paid a bribe. Are you in Ukraine now? If you you are then you know the old regime is out and the new administration is doing all it can to prevent these things like bribes from happening. My ... Read More

Gregory Alonzo
spdmon replied to a thread
10 years ago
dixie45

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 ?

Gregory Alonzo

Nothing to explain. The officials are courteous and stamp my passport. I have traveled to 76 countries and not much variation. Except of course ... LOL! Considering that I am a US citizen, they get uppity and arrogant. However, if documents are in ... Read More