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martinodesa

Ukraine Expat Advisor

English expat in Ukraine

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About me

English

Lives in Odesa, Odessa

Speaks Little Ukrainian, Russian, Arabic, German oh and English

Registration: 01 August 2017

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martinodesa created a thread
7 months ago

Current Situation in Ukraine

Hello Everybody, Just a quick few things about Ukraine and traveling in and around. There are large ques going in and out of Ukraine, Be it by car, train, or bus. If you dont mind the travel fastest route is via Moldova and Polanka crossing. From ... Read More

martinodesa replied to a thread
9 months ago
martinodesa

Ukrainian war by martinodesa

Hi all once again, this is just a very short post, with important news and that..The Ukrainian Government despite all the troubles are really trying there best, People who have lost property due to the war, have the opportunity to be compensated for ...

martinodesa

@jw320061 so longs as you can show that lets say you took $20,000 into the Ukraine . i.e. bank statement, then there's no issues with you taking $20,000 back out.. Its if you arrive with 10k and take 30k home. The rules are the same all over Europe. Read More

martinodesa created a thread
10 months ago

Ukrainian war

Hi all once again, this is just a very short post, with important news and that..The Ukrainian Government despite all the troubles are really trying there best, People who have lost property due to the war, have the opportunity to be compensated for ... Read More

martinodesa replied to a thread
10 months ago
usa2ukraine

Req. to drive in Ukraine as US citizen with Temporary Residence Permit by usa2ukraine

Hi,Does anyone here know the requirements to operate a motor vehicle in Ukraine as a US citizen with a Temporary Residence Permit?I have gone to DMV a few times, but answers vary. I was told that I can drive in Ukraine if I get an International ...

martinodesa

Morning all, we have been back for a few days, none eventful this time, apart from the large Drone attack, which lucky for us was in the other direction. Its a grate shame that the world seems to view this war as not really there issue, Yes they ... Read More

martinodesa replied to a thread
11 months ago
Priscilla

Sending and receiving packages in Ukraine by Priscilla

Hello, As an expat, there are inevitably certain items you might want or need from back home, and around the holiday period, many people like to send gift packages. How easy is it to send and receive packages in Ukraine? Is the public ...

martinodesa

Hi thereOne of the main issues at the moment is the Polish farmer protests. There stopping almost every thing going into Ukraine and out. Unfortunately the Polish government has put its head in the sand, and will do nothing about it. They are after ... Read More

martinodesa replied to a thread
last year
usa2ukraine

Req. to drive in Ukraine as US citizen with Temporary Residence Permit by usa2ukraine

Hi,Does anyone here know the requirements to operate a motor vehicle in Ukraine as a US citizen with a Temporary Residence Permit?I have gone to DMV a few times, but answers vary. I was told that I can drive in Ukraine if I get an International ...

martinodesa

Hi thereAs of 1 January 2024, there are four VAT rates: 20%, 14%, 7%, and 0%. The rate of 20% applies to almost all transactions subject to VAT except specific transactions subject to 14%, 7%, and 0% VAT. I have paid 20% in the past. I have also ... Read More

martinodesa replied to a thread
last year
usa2ukraine

Req. to drive in Ukraine as US citizen with Temporary Residence Permit by usa2ukraine

Hi,Does anyone here know the requirements to operate a motor vehicle in Ukraine as a US citizen with a Temporary Residence Permit?I have gone to DMV a few times, but answers vary. I was told that I can drive in Ukraine if I get an International ...

martinodesa

jw320061Hi there. As far as i am aware, the red trade plate is only for the motor trade know. As far as i am aware, Yes you can get get a tax code as a foreigner without having residency. As you need to pay tax on the car at vehicle DS reg. at the ... Read More

martinodesa replied to a thread
last year
usa2ukraine

Req. to drive in Ukraine as US citizen with Temporary Residence Permit by usa2ukraine

Hi,Does anyone here know the requirements to operate a motor vehicle in Ukraine as a US citizen with a Temporary Residence Permit?I have gone to DMV a few times, but answers vary. I was told that I can drive in Ukraine if I get an International ...

martinodesa

Sorry for late reply. To purchase a car. (second hand) takes about 1 day. There's as lot of paperwork to be done.( даі) Government Vehicle inspection. normally you need your ID card (residency) Tax code number . The seller also ... Read More

martinodesa replied to a thread
last year
Priscilla

Sending and receiving packages in Ukraine by Priscilla

Hello, As an expat, there are inevitably certain items you might want or need from back home, and around the holiday period, many people like to send gift packages. How easy is it to send and receive packages in Ukraine? Is the public ...

martinodesa

I am sorry my time has been taken up so much , but with the war still going on its cutting my free time down . Just a quick note. Sending parcels to Ukraine at this moment in time can be costly and no guarantee, of it arriving . However, all is not ... Read More

martinodesa replied to a thread
last year
usa2ukraine

Req. to drive in Ukraine as US citizen with Temporary Residence Permit by usa2ukraine

Hi,Does anyone here know the requirements to operate a motor vehicle in Ukraine as a US citizen with a Temporary Residence Permit?I have gone to DMV a few times, but answers vary. I was told that I can drive in Ukraine if I get an International ...

martinodesa

USA2ukraine. YThank you for your reply. Firstly the information supplied is correct as of the regulation, change for marshal law. my son in law works for the Road Police in Kyiv ( ГАИ ) the link you have, ascertains to the 1993 ... Read More

martinodesa replied to a thread
last year
usa2ukraine

Req. to drive in Ukraine as US citizen with Temporary Residence Permit by usa2ukraine

Hi,Does anyone here know the requirements to operate a motor vehicle in Ukraine as a US citizen with a Temporary Residence Permit?I have gone to DMV a few times, but answers vary. I was told that I can drive in Ukraine if I get an International ...

martinodesa

Usa2ukraine.all that applies to UK also applies to a USA citizen , the international DL is not required, this has been dropped. follow this link and it will tell toy what you need to bring with you and how long you can us it in Ukraine. in short ... Read More

martinodesa replied to a thread
last year
usa2ukraine

Req. to drive in Ukraine as US citizen with Temporary Residence Permit by usa2ukraine

Hi,Does anyone here know the requirements to operate a motor vehicle in Ukraine as a US citizen with a Temporary Residence Permit?I have gone to DMV a few times, but answers vary. I was told that I can drive in Ukraine if I get an International ...

martinodesa

Sorry all for being away , but been busy popping to Odesa , Poland and back to UK.Driving in Ukraine is a no brainer, if you do it correctly .You need Full Driving licence,International driving permit. (UK its £5 from AA and post office. Valid ... Read More

martinodesa replied to a thread
last year
Priscilla

Sending and receiving packages in Ukraine by Priscilla

Hello, As an expat, there are inevitably certain items you might want or need from back home, and around the holiday period, many people like to send gift packages. How easy is it to send and receive packages in Ukraine? Is the public ...

martinodesa

sorry for a late reply, there is a Large network and its almost impossible to just give this information. There are many things to be taken into consideration, due to the war and Russian information gatherers. All the services know require personal ... Read More

martinodesa created a thread
last year

Transferring money to and from Ukraine. during war

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 ... Read More

martinodesa replied to a thread
last year
Priscilla

Sending and receiving packages in Ukraine by Priscilla

Hello, As an expat, there are inevitably certain items you might want or need from back home, and around the holiday period, many people like to send gift packages. How easy is it to send and receive packages in Ukraine? Is the public ...

martinodesa

Isabella hiThe original post was from almost one and a half years ago. Due to the war there are many many restrictions , However. Nova Poshta works from Poland to Ukraine. You must make sure your customs form is on the outside, its better to pay the ... Read More