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@BC-Man

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Canadian looking for information about Ukraine

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Registration: 25 November 2019

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BC-Man replied to a thread
3 years ago
carlosecci71

Are there any update with regard to closure of borders to foreigners ? by carlosecci71

Hello. My name is Carlo. I currently live in Italy but I would like to move to Ukraine and search for a job, possibly as a teacher or a translator as well. Are there any update with regard to closure of borders to foreigners ?

BC-Man

One big new point is they are now allowing both the negative Covid test and proof of full vaccination (both shots). Read More

BC-Man replied to a thread
3 years ago
Michael1123

Migrating to Ukraine - Propiska needed immediately? by Michael1123

Hello All What a great forum with a lot of info. I'm soon to start the process of migrating to Ukraine and purchasing a D visa. Since it is very expensive in the UK (about £1,500) I don't want to make a mistake and have to buy a second one ! So ...

BC-Man

Interesting stories, thanks for contributing Martin. One point to note to round out the knowledge of new readers.. Permanent Residency in Ukraine is not permanent. It needs to be renewed in 10 years. :) Read More

BC-Man replied to a thread
3 years ago
Diksha

Moving to Ukraine just before the crisis by Diksha

Hi everybody, Taking the plunge and daring to move abroad is a real challenge, but when your move to Ukraine is marked by an unprecedented health, social and economic crisis, as we have been experiencing for just over a year, this change can be ...

BC-Man

I totally agree with the travel options outside of Ukraine. I have both shots and was fortunate to get them both Pfizer while I was back in Canada. I have concerns for my family in Ukraine and there options given that Pfizer is for specific people, ... Read More

BC-Man replied to a thread
3 years ago
Michael1123

Migrating to Ukraine - Propiska needed immediately? by Michael1123

Hello All What a great forum with a lot of info. I'm soon to start the process of migrating to Ukraine and purchasing a D visa. Since it is very expensive in the UK (about £1,500) I don't want to make a mistake and have to buy a second one ! So ...

BC-Man

All of the above was my experience. My process was: - Passport translated to Ukrainian - D visa - Go to Ukraine - Local Ukraine cell number - Temp residency - Tax ID - Residency registered through lawyer office (800 USD year) - Open Ukraine bank ... Read More

BC-Man replied to a thread
3 years ago
Diksha

Moving to Ukraine just before the crisis by Diksha

Hi everybody, Taking the plunge and daring to move abroad is a real challenge, but when your move to Ukraine is marked by an unprecedented health, social and economic crisis, as we have been experiencing for just over a year, this change can be ...

BC-Man

I moved to Ukraine in 2020 on a spousal visa. Covid has made it difficult to make friends in Lviv, and it is especially difficult to find those that speak English. The worst part is my employment in Canada and having to go back and forth for work. ... Read More

BC-Man replied to a thread
3 years ago
carlosecci71

Are there any update with regard to closure of borders to foreigners ? by carlosecci71

Hello. My name is Carlo. I currently live in Italy but I would like to move to Ukraine and search for a job, possibly as a teacher or a translator as well. Are there any update with regard to closure of borders to foreigners ?

BC-Man

You need to have the c19 test result and health insurance that covers the entire time you are in Ukraine, and it needs to cover c19. Read More

BC-Man replied to a thread
3 years ago
Mark Rio

Visa D marriage by Mark Rio

Hi guys I am a Brazilian citizen married to an Ukrainian citizen for the past 4 years . We worked with all this years so I just used my Brazilian passport visa tree 90 /180 status to visit and stay in Ukraine , always careful with the days, because ...

BC-Man

It cost me about 5,000 USD to ship from Vancouver to Odessa. Then I paid $1200 USD for unloading and processing of my car for a temporary visitor. If you do not go for the one year temporary, you are paying around 30% of the value of the vehicle to ... Read More

BC-Man replied to a thread
3 years ago
MilkMan4Evah

Companies who prove Visa D( 3 Years) by MilkMan4Evah

Hello! Im planning on getting a Visa D for 3 years in Ukraine, residence permit. I just wonder, is there anything I should look out for when using one of these companies? The one company I have been in touch with will take a payment of 1800 USD, is ...

BC-Man

I have used Justicon. I live in Lviv, and they are in Kiev. They were great and reasonably priced. Read More

BC-Man replied to a thread
3 years ago
Mark Rio

Visa D marriage by Mark Rio

Hi guys I am a Brazilian citizen married to an Ukrainian citizen for the past 4 years . We worked with all this years so I just used my Brazilian passport visa tree 90 /180 status to visit and stay in Ukraine , always careful with the days, because ...

BC-Man

Yes, i received my temp 1 year in January, and my car has arrived in Odessa. Now that I know the process, the renewal will be easy. Read More

BC-Man replied to a thread
3 years ago
Mark Rio

Visa D marriage by Mark Rio

Hi guys I am a Brazilian citizen married to an Ukrainian citizen for the past 4 years . We worked with all this years so I just used my Brazilian passport visa tree 90 /180 status to visit and stay in Ukraine , always careful with the days, because ...

BC-Man

I booked my appointment online for the Moldovan embassy. I brought my marriage certificate, passport, health insurance, and confirmation of funds to live on. I dropped the papers off in the morning, and picked them up in 2 hours. It was quick. Read More

BC-Man created a thread
4 years ago

Vehicle shipment

Hi everyone, I am wondering what fees are charged on the Ukraine side when your vehicle arrives? I am staying for only 1 year. What proof do you need to provide to show the less than 1 year rule to customs? Also. Is their any draw back to placing ... Read More

BC-Man created a thread
4 years ago

Ukraine COVID border status and Visa Entry

Hi everyone, I am a Canadian that wishes to live and work in Ukraine. I have a girlfriend of 9 months that lives in Kiev, and I am holding off on visiting due to the border closure. I am trying to navigate my options as a person that only speaks ... Read More