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VISAS to UKRAINE

Citizens of foreign countries require a visa to travel to Ukraine, except:

Citizens of EU, Switzerland and Liechtensteinn: beginning with September 1, 2005 visas are not required to enter Ukraine or transit through its territory for a period of up to 90 days with a valid travel passport.
Citizens of USA and Canada: beginning with July 1, 2005 visas are not required to enter Ukraine for a period of up to 90 days with a valid American or Canadian passport.
Citizens of Japan: beginning with August 1, 2005 visas are not required to enter Ukraine or transit through its territory for a period of up to 90 days with a valid Japanese travel passport.

No visas are required for citizens of Hungary, Poland, Mongolia, Lithuania and the countries of the Commonwealth of Independent States (except Turkmenistan).

MAPS

Maps, which are available in Ukraine are mostly in Ukrainian (cyrillic alphabet). Here you can download map of Kyiv. Maps of Ukraine roads can be downloaded here (large file!).

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What do I do in case of medical emergency?
Call ambulance. You will be given emergency medical attention immediately. You will be charged for this service. If you have purchased travel insurance coverage in USA or have a home owners policy that covers you while traveling abroad, you pay for medical services in Ukraine and your USA entity will reimburse you upon return, once you present receipts of all medical bills/invoices.

Is it safe to drink water in Ukraine?
We suggest you drink only bottled water. Local water mostly safe but why take a risk?

Can I use credit card in Ukraine?
You may use your credit card in some reputable hotels and restaurants. But small stores, street merchants, etc., will not take your credit card. We recommend to use cash as much as possible. Money exchange is available in all banks and tourist areas and there is no problem to exchange your foreign currencies. Exchange rate differs. You tour guide will advise you where to find better rate.

How much cash can I carry into Ukraine?
One person is allowed to carry up to $15,000 US Dollars cash into Ukraine.

What are my luggage limitations?
Trans-Atlantic airlines permit 2 pieces of checked-in baggage up to 70 lbs each. But we recommend to pack light - 1 suitcase and 1 handbag. Our bus is small and you may have to carry your luggage up to your room in most hotels since porters are not always available.

GENEALOGICAL SEARCHES

We can find your relatives in Ukraine and arrange your meeting with them. For the deceased relatives we can find their graves and arrange your visit there. These meetings and visits better to do either before or after the main tour. Please write or call us about details.

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