Useful Ukraine info and tips

Here you will find some useful Ukraine information for your travel

Money

How much does it cost? What money are used in Ukraine. Do you need to bring them here or maybe it’s better to exchange cash upon arrival?

Also check out how to deal with Ukrainian money with ATMs, banks, exchange offices and credit cards.

See money Ukraine page.

Time

Ukraine is situated in Eastern European Time zone (EET +2h) together with Finland, Romania, Greece, Turkey, Israel and South Africa. Normal working week contains 40 hours with two weekends. Restaurnts and food stores work much longer.

Visa

Check whether you need visa or not. Find out how long can you stay visa free or if you need one learn how to get it on Ukraine visa page.

Ukraine People

Ukrainians is a nation of survivals. These people suffered much along the way to independence. Find out about their habbits, what do they like and Ukrainian lifestyle in Ukraine people page

Internet

Is it possible to use internet in Ukraine? Which internet providers are the best? What is the cheapest and best way to say on-line?

See Internet in Ukraine page

Safety

Is it safe in Ukraine? What can happen to me?
Ukraine is generally as safe as most Western European countries like Germany or France. Nothing extraordinary will happen unless you don’t do stupid things or directly violate basic princilpes of good behavior.
Occasionally you might witness act of corrution initiated by road policeman who stopped you for exceeding speed limits or if you drink alcohol outside.