

IsabelleTheNomad
American expat in Armenia
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5
About me
American
Lives in Yerevan, Yerevan
Speaks English
Registration: 13 March 2018
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Shipping personal effects to Tbilisi by where2next
I have read that the Georgia government charges a total of 30% VAT and duty on personal effects that are shipped to Georgia. I will have to have some things shipped. Basically, some clothes, books, etc. that I wouldn't be able to carry. Nothing ...

Thanks for the information. I guess we will discover what they will charge when the time comes and just be ready for whatever happens! And that helps me with making the decision to keep it to a minimum and not bring too much! Cheers! Read More


Moving to Armenia by astgrantarmenia
Hi guys. I am going to retire this year and I want to move to Armenia. life is cheaper there and I have some friends there. But my question is how can get my retirement money and money from my savings there is there best and cheap way to send money ...

It is a very beautiful country. The people are amazing! If you want a simpler life, this is a great place for it. Yerevan is very safe. Of course, with any cross-cultural move, there are going to be adjustments. Having the right attitude will ... Read More


Moving to Armenia by astgrantarmenia
Hi guys. I am going to retire this year and I want to move to Armenia. life is cheaper there and I have some friends there. But my question is how can get my retirement money and money from my savings there is there best and cheap way to send money ...

We kept our banking in the USA and do online banking and use our ATM to withdraw dram for daily expenses. We know another man here who lives on his Social Security from the USA and he kept his bank in the USA, the SS check gets deposited to his USA ... Read More


Shipping personal effects to Tbilisi by where2next
I have read that the Georgia government charges a total of 30% VAT and duty on personal effects that are shipped to Georgia. I will have to have some things shipped. Basically, some clothes, books, etc. that I wouldn't be able to carry. Nothing ...

Does anyone know if I drive my personal effects across the border, do they charge me VAT and customs fees? To pay 30% VAT means it would be cheaper to sell everything before moving and purchase again when I get there. Seems steep for personal ... Read More


Cost of living 2018 in Georgia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, As per our annual tradition, we invite you to share your experiences and tell us more about the average prices of products and services in your town/city/area, so that we have updated information regarding cost of living and ...

I'm also eager to see the replies to this post! Read More