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IsabelleTheNomad

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American expat in Armenia

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About me

American

Lives in Yerevan, Yerevan

Speaks English

Registration: 13 March 2018

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IsabelleTheNomad replied to a thread
6 years ago
where2next

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 ...

IsabelleTheNomad

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

IsabelleTheNomad replied to a thread
6 years ago
astgrantarmenia

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 ...

IsabelleTheNomad

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

IsabelleTheNomad replied to a thread
6 years ago
astgrantarmenia

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 ...

IsabelleTheNomad

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

IsabelleTheNomad replied to a thread
6 years ago
where2next

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 ...

IsabelleTheNomad

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

IsabelleTheNomad replied to a thread
6 years ago
Priscilla

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 ...

IsabelleTheNomad

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