Alain
Active memberFrench expat in Ukraine
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About me
French
Lives in Kiev
Speaks Français, Italiano, English, Немного по-русский
Registration: 23 March 2009
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Just for fun: Food culture in Ukraine by Diksha
Hello everyone, We all know Ukrainian food tastes great. Do you consider yourself a foodie? Share with us your unique food experience as an expat. 1. Name 3 best well-known Ukrainian street foods according to you. 2. Which are some unusual ...
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Tap water in Ukraine by Amateurtraveller
Hello! I've been thinking about going on vacation to Kiev, Ukraine. But after having read some stories about tourists falling ill whilst abroad in Ukraine, I'm a bit reluctant. I read somewhere that the tap water in Ukraine isn't safe ...
You can find public fountains with very good water in many places… and it is free Read More
Just for fun: How well do you know Ukraine? by Diksha
Hello everyone, We would like to invite you to take part in a knowledge test based on Ukraine. Find a few questions below: 1. What is the capital city or administrative capital of Ukraine? 2. What currency is used in Ukraine? 3. List the ...
1. What is the capital city or administrative capital of Ukraine? Washington DC 2. What currency is used in Ukraine? US $ 3. List the national symbols of Ukraine. I prefer not 4. What are the official languages or the ones used the most on a ... Read More
Bank loans in Ukraine by Priscilla
Hello, Finances and banking can sometimes be a headache for many expats, especially when it comes to taking out bank loans. Is it difficult for an expat to get approved for a bank loan in Ukraine? What are the types of bank loans available ...
Forget anything having to do with banks in Ukraine! Read More
Receiving money FROM Ukraine to Uk by orgbox
Hi there, I wondered if anyone has found a solution to the problem below... We receive relatively small amounts from a rental property, and would like this to be available for us in the UK. The tenant does not have a bank account, and deals only in ...
It is exactly as you tell… Ukraine wants to take other's money from outside… And want to keep own money inside… Read More
Retiring in Ukraine by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Why did you choose to retire in Ukraine? What are the advantages compared with your home country? What were your main considerations when deciding to move? For example, taxes, ease of transferring your pension, etc.. Are ...
1) Nice beaches of white sand… 2) Summer 8 months a year… 3) Happy and smiling people… 4) Delicious food… Read More
Do you speak Ukrainian? by Priscilla
Hi everyone, It is widely agreed that speaking fluently Ukrainian is essential for a successful integration in Ukraine. Do you agree? Share your experience! Do you speak Ukrainian? If so, where did you learn this language? Where can one attend a ...
"It is widely agreed that speaking Ukrainian is essential for a successful integration in Ukraine" "Widely agreed" by who? By a fist of Ukrainian nationalists? The fact is that the propaganda, supported by the mainstream ... Read More
Fined, expelled, banned for 3 years. Overstaying isn't recommended by GreyKyiv
Those who overstayed in Ukraine and wonder what to do now and what to expect on the border must find this post of their interest. No rumors, no silly advice, just pure law. A warning or UAH 510 to UAH 850 fine is imposed on a foreigner overstayed ...
I don't understand what can be the problem about counting days. Just count 1, 2, 3 …… 180 (including the first and the last in your count) Read More
Ideal salary in Kyiv by Ximmmm
Hi! My name is Xim, and I'm planning to work in Ukraine to improve my speaking skill a bit since I know Ukrainian and Russian already. I just had my online interview a few days ago, and the HR asked me how much money I want to make per month. I ...
Times are hard in Ukraine, don't expect to get more than 12 000 or 15 000 uah… (maybe less) 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.
I don't know how the situation is now. I don't know if the laws/rules have change (in Ukraine they change every 3 months :D) So it is difficult for me to help you. I had not to leave Ukraine to get the permanent residence, but: - I was (am) married ... 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 ...
Unfortunately here I have only an english version. You can get it here: http://db.tt/YhIjpUEE I have put a pdf And a file with all the text, so it could be easier to (give to) translate (My advise is to translate it in russian and not in ... 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 ...
Always (always, always ) ask to any model (even "friends") to sign you a model release. Even if your intent is not for a commercial use If you want I can provide you mine, you will just have to print it and then put the names and signatures. Read More
Jobs in Kiev by drakejon
Is there a good site that you know that employers go to post for a job? I am in America looking to move to Ukraine. Thanks for your help.
The best way to find job in Ukraine is not through Job sites, but using the recruitment agencies. (I have personally had chance with Venbest some years ago) Here is a list of some in Kiev: Action Data Group Simferopolskaya 21 370 2282 A.C.A. ... Read More
Advice PLEASE by TheSARGE
I am currently talking to a woman in Ukraine and she is telling me that she wants to come visit me. I KNOW I KNOW what your going to say. I have heard it and aware of it, however she emailed me and told me that a Travel package for her to come here ...
Altiva, He uses a nick name and made a citation where there are absolutely no names that can allow to recognize somebody. In fact it is very generic and could be a letter written by any scammer. And why should he wrote his own message, explain ... Read More
Advice PLEASE by TheSARGE
I am currently talking to a woman in Ukraine and she is telling me that she wants to come visit me. I KNOW I KNOW what your going to say. I have heard it and aware of it, however she emailed me and told me that a Travel package for her to come here ...
^ Mila, in this letter there is nothing really personal So It just looks like the typical letter from a scammer And not so cleaver scammer 300$ ?? lol A good scammer should have asked at least 1000$ and it will still have been under a ... Read More