Richard
MemberAmerican looking for information about Ukraine
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About me
American
Lives in sevastopol
Speaks english
Registration: 17 May 2012
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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've crossed the border and came back in many times before getting residency..and each time it resets the 90 day limit.. can't say you won't get stopped.. but look like a decent person..and most of the time.. the 'rules' are not followed.. they let ... 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.
strange..I had a good experience going to Moldova.. and got it the same day..but being a yank..maybe there is a difference.. I'd go back to England and get yours if I was you rather than pay that high price..Ukraine in going thru somewhat of a ... 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.
well..we are waiting for the new residency card.. but the Russians are concentrating on former Ukrainians to get their Russia passports first.. we don't know where we fit in the 'new order'..best bet ..stand by for further instructions! 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.
900 pounds.. for what?.. I am american but I think the admin charges including the D visa were less than 200 dollars.. get you D visa in a poor country like Moldova.. the charges are different..depending where you apply for it..Its not one price ... 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.
its allowed... I went there twice.. for a p-1 and later the D.. you can get it in one day..if you get there in the morning.. just make sure you go on a day they process D visa's..call ahead.. make sure no weird holidays either.. and PS..bring a ... 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.
its spelled lawyer... if you are married 2 years.. you can apply now.. if the woman is Ukraine citizen.. you don't need temporary.. apply no.. Read More
2014 Process: From Temporary Resident to Permanent Resident by Klive G
I am two years in Ukraine married and have renewed my Temporary Residence 2 times. I have to get Permanent Residence now as my second year of temporary residence is coming to an end. I already spoke to a woman in Immigration Services and she said, ...
each ovir is different..what can I say..... Read More
2014 Process: From Temporary Resident to Permanent Resident by Klive G
I am two years in Ukraine married and have renewed my Temporary Residence 2 times. I have to get Permanent Residence now as my second year of temporary residence is coming to an end. I already spoke to a woman in Immigration Services and she said, ...
If you are there in the morning when they open .. you'll have it before the embassy closes the same day...But make sure you go on a day they process D visa's Read More
2014 Process: From Temporary Resident to Permanent Resident by Klive G
I am two years in Ukraine married and have renewed my Temporary Residence 2 times. I have to get Permanent Residence now as my second year of temporary residence is coming to an end. I already spoke to a woman in Immigration Services and she said, ...
It might be the D visa you had was for temp living.. there are sub categories for the D visa's .. maybe that's why she told you to cross the border.. the 45 day D visa starts when I got one and came back to Ukraine.. but it was for permanent ... Read More
2014 Process: From Temporary Resident to Permanent Resident by Klive G
I am two years in Ukraine married and have renewed my Temporary Residence 2 times. I have to get Permanent Residence now as my second year of temporary residence is coming to an end. I already spoke to a woman in Immigration Services and she said, ...
its a proof..of residence in your home country.. some government agency in your country should be able to certify your address..bring that document with you.. I know it sounds like nonsense.. why they need it.. who knows...I got one from my embassy ... Read More
2014 Process: From Temporary Resident to Permanent Resident by Klive G
I am two years in Ukraine married and have renewed my Temporary Residence 2 times. I have to get Permanent Residence now as my second year of temporary residence is coming to an end. I already spoke to a woman in Immigration Services and she said, ...
she means 'go get a D Visa.. come back.. and start the process.. you can visit any country that has a Ukraine embassy.. Moldova we used..closest... you need a apostle of your permanent resident address in the country you are from.. new rule last ... Read More
Receiving USA Social Security in Ukraine..(retirement type) by milo55
I am interested if anyone has applied for SS while in Ukraine and what documents are required at the American Embassy in Kiev to start receiving benefits and if there is any ongoing documents for a person to submit while receiving benefits..
I was aware of this 'check to the embassy' in Kyiv but was wondering if anything had changed since starting in 2013 the government will no longer produce SS checks but must have an electronic bank account to send your money to..In the USA anyway.. I ... Read More
Receiving USA Social Security in Ukraine..(retirement type)
I am interested if anyone has applied for SS while in Ukraine and what documents are required at the American Embassy in Kiev to start receiving benefits and if there is any ongoing documents for a person to submit while receiving benefits.. 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.
given the crazy way Ukraine operates its easy to get caught up in a paper chase.. I and many people with similar circumstances are told very different procedures and paperwork.. its just part of the enigma of living in Ukraine.. you just have to ... 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.
residency and title to property ..cars and apartment ..can be a problem.. until you get some type of residency.. I had to put the title to our car in wifes name.. reasons unclear.. but it was easier... I don't think a foreigner can own land ... Read More