Added: 01/23/2006 |
Ukrainian embassy - what do you need for applicationTraveling to and within Ukraine can be a very pleasurable experience. To make the most of your visit you have to plan everything ahead. The way of life and standards of hotels, restaurants, taxis, air and ground transportation may be different from what we are accustomed to. Be prepared for these differences, accept them as you find them, and you will have a most enjoyable time.
All necessary information you can find on the web-site of Ukrainian Embassy or you can visit Ukrainian Consulate in your home country.
Whether you are traveling overseas for business, pleasure or study, the best way to ensure a carefree and relaxing trip is to prevent problems before they happen. The more you learn about passports, visas, customs, immunizations, and other travel basics, the less likely you are to have difficulties during your travels.
Foreign citizens need a Ukrainian visa to enter the country. There are several types of visa an international traveler may apply for.
If you are traveling to Ukraine you need to obtain an appropriate visitor's visa.
Getting a Ukraine visa is a two step process. First, you will need to get an official letter of invitation from a company authorized by the Ukraine Ministries of Foreign and Internal Affairs called Visa Support Document or Invitation. Then you will need to take this invitation along with the application form and two passport size photos and an original of your passport to the Ukrainian Embassy in order to have your visa processed.
To apply for a tourist visa, you will need: a passport valid for six months beyond the date of travel, two recent passport-type photographs and tourist voucher with a confirmed hotel booking. These should be sent to the appropriate Ukrainian Embassy or Consulate by courier and contain a self addressed pre-paid return courier envelope.
Independent travelers also can apply for a private visit visa if they intend to visit someone they know in Ukraine. At present, no letter of invitation is needed to enter the country with this type of visa for nationals of EU countries, the USA, Canada, Japan, Switzerland, Turkey and Slovak Republic. No letter of invitation is required if you apply for a business visa to Ukraine and are a national of one of these states as well.
Note that the Ukrainian Government doesn't issue visas at the time of entry into Ukraine. One should obtain a visa in advance, before traveling. If you are transiting the country, without staying there, a visa is also required.
Visa fee and other information you check from any Ukrainian Embassy.
Before traveling to Ukraine, it's recommended that you contact your insurance company and find out if its policy applies overseas and which health expenses it may cover. In addition to your medical insurance you can buy Ukrainian Medical Insurance at the border. This insurance is not obligatory at all and may cost about $10-15 depending on the period of your stay.
Choosing accommodation is one of the most important things one should do prior to getting on a plane. It's advisable to take a quick tour of the hotel before you reserve it. Booking a hotel must depend primarily on a purpose of your visit. First we recommend that you define your own needs. The hotels that best meet them will be the best choice. Take into consideration a few important points, which are location, price and amenities.
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