Overstayed In Ukraine – Here’s What Will Happen To You (Updated October 2019)

The general rule of thumb for any foreigners in Ukraine is this: You can stay 90 out of a 180 day period. If you overstayed in Ukraine, you might have a problem. Read on to find out if you do…

What they don’t really tell you is the “wink-wink” part of that deal.

Essentially, you can stay in Ukraine as long as you want. The only catch is that you’re going to pay a fine when you leave–895 UAH to be exact. And it can definitely be a bit of a hassle.

I went through the airport in Kiev (overstayed a month and change) last week.

I took some brief notes down:

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1. Experience In October 2016

2. Full Rundown:

3. Overstayed In Ukraine: UPDATED October 2019

4. The Law Says…

5. Reader Experiences

Experience In October 2016

Paid the 895 UAH fine.
Took an hour and a half.
Had a native girl with me, which sped it up a lot (and it was still kinda close).

Full Rundown:

You head to passport control. They look at it. See you overstayed. Stop you.
Take you to a side room. Take passport from you.
Take ages to print out one damn paper.
Take said paper down to banks on the first floor.
Pray they aren’t on break and are willing to help you.
Pay fine.
Go back upstairs and through security (again). Cut a lot of angry people if necessary.
Go collect passport and turn in receipt showing you paid the fine.
Go through passport control (again).

Best advice? Be the first one in line at the airport for check in (only two hours before is allowed).

The good news is that once you get through the hassle, there is a nice lounge available for use!

In any case, let us know if you’ve got questions about overstaying your Ukrainian visa below. Ukraine Living has a lot of correspondents on the ground who have done it numerous times, and we have a lot of information to share.

Overstayed In Ukraine: UPDATED October 2019

It’s been rumored both in the comment sections of this blog, as well as on other forums, that you have to be inside of Ukraine in order to pay the fine. Some people take this to mean that you must actually travel back to the city, go to the “border patrol bank”, and actually pay the fine, meaning you are certainly going to miss your flight.

There’s also people that somehow believe you “can’t” pay the fine because you’ve “already crossed the border”, and there is no bank once you reach passport control.

We want to reiterate that this is not the case.

There is a bank on site in the airport to pay your fine. It is silly to think that you would be allowed through passport control. You have to pay it before you leave, hence, the bank is right when you enter the airport. The issue is actually going back out of the passport control area, to the bank, through security again…it takes a lot of time, and the lines aren’t exactly efficient. If you don’t pay the fine, you’re obviously not allowed through the border in most cases.

What are you going to do, argue with the guard?

They’ll just give you a bit fat red “BANNED” in your passport if that’s the case…

The Law Says…

It is worth pointing out this comment:

Hi!

Just some point from the legal view per 6.7.2019 –

a)the calculation method is regulated in resolution Nr.169 Cabmin – visa free for a lot of countries 90/180 (Argentine f.e.is different), ALL DAYS are calculated for the 90 (incl.in and out-day!) within a period of 180 days backwards from the day of the leave!

b)Dont think, that they cannot calculate anymore. All border points are equipped with IT, which calculates automatically(thanks to USAid)! You may even get a listing of your entries and leaves by written and signed request to the Border Guard service (dpsu.gov.ua)

c)the “simple” overstay might (not must!) be fined with an administrative protocol of 850 UAH (plus fees etc) BY BORDER GUARDS! There is basically no ban-period. BUT – they will let you in again without problem – because the boomerang will come at the next exit as the 180 days will be calculated again backwards! If you repeat this 2-3 times – case goes to court and usually a 3-max.(but rare) 5-years ENTRY BAN will be sentenced by court.

Important – border guards may hold you up to 3 hours for this protocol….so, missing the flight usually!

And – you are not obliged to pay at once! Its an administrative protocol! Not a punishment for a crime! If you pay – you may even not appeal it at court!

d)fines of up to 5100 UAH (depends on the time of overstay)are usually charged by the migration service (DMSU.gov.ua), if you exceed your temporary stay (f.e.work,study) for approx. one year. Again – entry ban just by court decision! This will be stamped in passport and remarked in the IT of the border guards.

e)beside this entry might be denied even for visa-free citizen by decision of the secret service (SBU) because of state security reasons, health reasons (signs of epidemic diseases) or lack of supporting documents (yes, they may still demand certificates of health insurance or approval of financial funds-even if this happens very very rarely!)

f)visa on arrival in KBP per today doesnt exist anymore.

Best, Stefan

Reader Experiences

Adam, August 2019:

In February 2019 I overstayed 10 days and had to pay 800 grivne at Zyurani airport. I don’t remember the exact price. Historically you could come back the next day but now the law has been enforced and you had to wait for the 90 days over 180 days. I tried to fly back in April 2019 but the border control stopped me to enter the country and I was sent back on the next flight back to UK. When the 90 days were passed I was able to return without any problems.

Yuki, September 2019:

I understand the 90 days in 180 day limit. But let me ask this: if I were to visit Ukraine for 19 days, and then leave the country for 91 days, only then to return for the remaining 71 days (which would equal 180 total), could I then leave for 1 day and come back the very next day to start the next 180 days?
So technically, out of 180 days, I would be in Ukraine for 90 days out of 180 days, but it’s split up. When that 180 day mark comes around, I’ll leave to get that passport stamp that I left and met the 90 days in 180 day requirement, and then come back the next day to reset the clock.
Would this be suffice in your opinion?

Response to Yuki:

Nope, as at your departure day the program calculates 180 days backwards and counts all days of stay in ukraine together! There are no “old” and “new” 180-day-periods!

Zafer, October 12th 2019:

Hi,
I overstayed my visa and was expecting to pay the fine. I went to the airport early because I thought it would take a long time.
If you pay by credit card, you can pay right at the office. It took me no longer than 10 minutes! I was pleasantly surprised.

We are not responsible and do not encourage breaking the law. It seems that Ukraine is trying to be more EU friendly and enforcing these rules far more than they used to. As always, this is not legal advice and you are encouraged to consult a lawyer.

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Will

Hi there,

thanks for sharing your experience.
What about returning to Ukraine afterwards ? Is there a ban period or you can come back a few days later and enjoying the 90/180 rule ?

Thanks in advance.

Will

Ukraine Living

Seems to vary, honestly. We’ve known some people come back in the next day, and others who have waited a month.

The best bet is to probably just wait one month–highly unlikely they won’t let you in. Hell, a friend the other week overstayed by 3 months and they just looked at him, laughed, and let him go. No fine.

FillSlarp

Good post about wonderful place. I’m currently planning new journey (to Germany this time) and this information could be very helpful. Cheers.

Ukraine Living

Make sure you don’t overstay AT ALL in Germany. They will not be as nice about letting you go as they are in Ukraine!

Cheers

Criselda Mccullen

There is definately a lot to learn about this topic. I really like all of the points you’ve made.

Ukraine Living

thank you.

Ukrainian lawyer

895 UAH fine is more than it should. The fine itself should be from 510 to 850 UAH. (Article 203, Ukrainian code of administrative offenses: http://zakon4.rada.gov.ua/laws/show/z0944-15/print1481077553240165).

However, they might also have charged you for bank transfer, a fee for a special paper and some other things.

Ukraine Living

Nitpicking at that point. We’re talking peanuts.

Ukrainian lawyer

Just trying to help

Ukraine Living

Appreciate that.

barry

I overstayed 2 months at march 2016 exit and paid 942hryvna fine as per details described above. I am leaving on 20th march after 5 1/2 months in ukraine, will let you know the new fine.i am married this time here (6th year) and I approached authorities about extending my visa legally.but in the best soviet traditions (some things change slowly)my wife has to be dying before they will even give you a maybe. Try to do the right thing doesnt work here.easier to pay fine at airport, but yes arrive as early as possible.its a huge time waste.

Ukraine Living

Awesome Barry, thanks for sharing that. Please keep us all posted come March.

Simon

Can you give me an update on your overstay experience in March please? Have you also had any problems getting back into Ukraine after an overstay?
Thanks in advance.
Simon.

Tety

Thanks for the info. I am an american living in ukraine. i overstayed my visa now for two months and planning to leave ukraine and come back again. did they ask you for explanations why you overstayed?

Ukraine Living

Not at all.

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Ballet Slippers

Can someone shed some light on overstaying the Visa D? I’ve scoured the internet but all I get is information on overstaying the 90/180 days rule. What is the fine for overstaying the 1 year or TRP under Visa D? Anyone?

Ballet Slippers

Baboo

Thanks for the post. A couple of questions if you will. Recently (7/17) I have read some scuttlebutt about the UA gov’t raising the fine to 5,000 or thereabouts. Any word on this?

Also if you please, is there a concern the immigration police will actively pursue visa delinquents? For example, is a hotel required to report such a situation and have the police been known to seek out and arrest and deport overstaying foreigners or is it like you write all wink wink?

Thank you for your time and attention.

Ukraine Living

Haven’t heard anything about said fine, but truly – this is not a country I’d recommend doing this all that often…

You never know when those “rules” might be changed and you end up somewhere you don’t want to be.

The hotel couldn’t possibly know your situation – how could they? It’s not like they have access to the border control database.

Depends what your nationality is, too. They would probably be less likely to screw with certain nationalities.

David

Source?

Scott

They charged me 5120, so yes its correct but I was there 2 years, 200$ fine.

Steve

Thanks i have overstayed 2 years and am planning on leaving in 3 weeks

Aao

Thanks for the precious infos, im algerian and i overstayed tourist visa for more than one year, do you hear a lot about banning overstayed foreigners from entering ukraine? Whats your expectations from this?
Thanks

TyKo Steamboat

I am flying out of Zhulany airport in Kyiv in 7 days…
I have overstayed for 42 days

I am flying to Rome then switching airlines.
The process at the airport is to check luggage first then go through security/immigration…. So 1.) what if I m1ss my flight & my luggage ends up on a carosel somewhere? 2.) Will I have to purchase a new flight or will the airlines make a change? 3.)My flight leaves at 5am, would it make a difference if I arrive very early to check my luggage & go through this process? 4.) has anybody gone through this at Zhulany as opposed to Boryspil?

I am getting nervous. I fly in 7 days

any info would serve me greatly & comfort me. Thanks

-TyKo

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Olena

Hi, could somebody help me….
I’m an Australian citizen, have Australian passport but was born in Ukraine. There is a note in my passport, Ukrainian born.
When I applied for Ukrainian visa I was told I have to apply for an Ukrainian passport instead. Plus I have a 10 month old baby that has to have a Ukrainian passport too and he is Ukrainian citizen too??? I just don’t get it, what a nonsense!
Do you think it will be safe for us to travel to Ukraine with our Aussie passports and get a 14 day visa, or we will be knocked back because of me not having a Ukrainian passport?
Thanks

Van Go

Any word on what current rules are for overstay, early 2018? Am going to Kazakhstan in February, then considering Lviv. Would like to stay almost a year, visit family in U.S. for a couple of weeks, then return. Am wondering if I pay the fine will I be banned or, as I’ve read elsewhere, will my time be “reset” for a new 90 days? I guess I could go somewhere else for 90 days, then return, but would like to stay in place if it won’t get me banned.

Ukraine Living

I’m guessing you’d pay the fine at a minimum.

Maximum they might ban you.

I would say border run it.

Van Go

So border crossings are always better than airports? Good to know since Lviv is close to Poland. Wizz Air is flying Lviv to London starting in May. Would like to take advantage of that but if better to fly from Poland so be it.

Ukraine Living

Not 100%…depends what you want.

The English will be worse and the wait probably a lot longer if you go that route.

Van Go

Thanks for your help!

Ukraine Living

Anytime.

James Mullins

What’s the penalty for U. S. citizen overstaying 90 day limit for 2018?

Kevin Mulisa Issaya

What about African race or black boy to overstay in Ukraine? I heard that Ukraine is racist country, can’t they take advantage of that to detain African?

Yuki

Why do Africans always say Ukraine is a racist country? Why is this always something you say no matter what? This is fake word that you use to insult someone because your feelings are hurt. Ukrainian culture is White European culture, and they are a very homogenous country, and they prefer people with same culture. It’s the same as Africa. If a White Ukrainian goes to Africa, they will be treated differently too…why? Because they are a different culture, and are different looking. This should be expected. Africa as a continent is 95% black/African. No one questions this, or says that Africa needs more diversity, or Africa treats White South Africans bad by killing them. So stop complaining because of a White European country treats you different. White people think Africa is racist. You are different, you have a different culture, and every country has the right to be suspicious of outsiders. If you don’t want to be treated differently, then stay in a country that has your culture and you will be fine. If I want to be treated good with people of my culture, I say in Japan. It’s very easy. You don’t go to some other country with some other culture, and demand they treat you the same, and then you demand they change their culture to fit yours. You either fit in, or you go home. Stop accusing everyone of racism, because there is no such thing. It’s just preference.

Banana

Is there going to be a problem returning in like 4 months if i overstay?

Amanda

This is a bit irresponsible to tell people to break a law. There is not always just a fine, there could be a 3 year ban . I have met someone who overstayed a month and was banned for three years. Then you go somewhere like UK and they can question why you overstayed your visa in Ukraine . Potentially someone can read your advice and get a three year ban . It all depends on who you get working at immigration.

Ukraine Living

We are certainly not lawyers and our advice shouldn’t be construed as such.

TyKo Steamboat

Hey, relax

We’re not giving advice to break a Country’s law. Most people should know what to expect from this platform

In every country, some laws are harsher than others, this is all just story time…

Ukraine Living

I’m working on an update as it seems it is being enforced more strictly.

As always do your own research.

Wade K.

I thought about giving it a try. Decided to go to Georgia instead. Not as affordable but still good. Much better winters.

Ukraine Living

Georgia is a great place.

Mega

Please can i go to passport control to pay the fine a day before I travel or must it be the day I’m traveling out of the country? My visa has expired and I want to leave the country before my overstay extend to month… please respond thanks

nicolas montes de oca

what happens if the bank is closed to pay the fine?

Ukraine Living

You’ll be missing your flight

TyKo Steamboat

They fine you & you have 10 days to pay… i.e. you have someone pay the fine for you if the bank & portal are both closed ..
They have electronic portals you deposit money into. The portal was broke at 4 am when I left. Fine was 900 hgrivna. (42$ or so)
My lady friend paid the fine for me. I recently returned to Ukraine… no mention of my previous overstay
You wont miss your flight. BTW, I left from Zhulany & reentered in Boryspil

Tom

I overstayed by some six years officially but l went to the border crossing at Poland during this time every 90 days and l walked out ( did some shopping returning same day ) and no questions asked ( the border run ). This has all changed now last time l went out (Late 2017) I paid a fine 42$ stayed in Poland for 90 days and returned by train with no problems. My question is this has anyone overstayed repeatedly in Ukraine and just paid the fine of 42$ stayed out for 90 days and returned without problems or is the fine greater and the ban time greater every time you overstay.

Navneet

I was overstay in kiev, ukraine in 2015 by 4 months.
I had paid the fine.
Will this be a problem in PCC?

zak

hi there i got married here and I was waiting for my temporary resident and some Pakistani people robe me for my money and now I have to go back to India I don’t how to come back Ukraine agian i just don’t want to get deport steam on passport there is anyone can help me

Faisal Mustafa

faisalbinmustafa2@gmail.com
I over stayed in ukraine for about 3 months on visa “d” trc and i returned home and applied a bisa and was rejected saying not allowed in ukraine can any ine put some light on this ???

Sher

I want to apply for a VISA upon arrival again to visit Ukraine, however, on March 30th when I arrived in Odessa, I was repatriated on March 31. (Due to unknown reasons, the Turkish Airlines cancel the flight on 2/2/2018, so I was overstaying for 3 days in early February, so I had be recorded in the visa refusal foreigner person database; but I had already paid the fine). Please help me and tell me how to apply for a VISA upon arrival on KBP airport(to check the fine and remove me from the rejection list, or tell me how can I do?). Thanks.

Robert

Hi. I overstayed my visa by 40 days this year 2018.
At the airport I was taken to one side and ordered to pay a fine of 5100 uah.
I did not have this so the border control gave me 18 days to pay.
I still did not have this 18 days later.
I left on june 3rd.
Now I am in a position to.pay and want to return to kiev.
I believe the fine has doubled. Which is also ok.
I was told by border control I could not enter again for 90’days. Which will be september 4th.
Will this be the case.
Its only taken si long because I provide a nice apartment for my fiancee and kids in kiev so im supporting two homes.
We are getting married in october and will apply for a d visa then.
I really need to get back to my family now. We are all suffering because of this.
Thanks for any advice

Shepherd

HIE IM SHEPHERD

AN AFRICAN INTERNATIONAL STUDENT HERE IN UKRAINE , IM DONE STUDYING AND LEAVING FOR DUBAI ON THE 12TH OF SEPTEMBER 2018 AND MY STUDY VIA EXPIRES ON THE 02/09/2018 MEANING BY THE TIME I GET MY FLIGHT I WOULD HAVE OVERSTAYED WITH 10 DAYS . HOW MUCH WILL I PAY AND WILL IT BE A BIG DEAL AS A RETURNING STUDENT ? AND HOW LONG DOES THE PROCESS TAKE ? as i AM NERVOUS SINCE ID STILL NEED TO CATCH MY FLIGHT

Jony

Hello

just want to share an app for calculating the authorized stay by 90/180 day rule:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.migrationcalc.ukraine

Tim

Just went through this process at Borispol luckily some of my friends recommended me to go pay the fine first, saved me about an hour. Basically if you are trying to cross the border having overstayed they are treating it as if though you have committed a crime and detain you and write out a report. The trick is to check in, go through airport security, and then go to the left right before passport control and ask to pay the fine. They just gave me the receipt and placed me in line for diplomats, all in all I was through security and passport control faster than the rest. Also no deportation stamp, you can tell by the color, of its red you are cleared, a black stamp means deportation and possible ban and/or restrictions for future visas. The fine was about $200 and you have to pay with a card, otherwise you need to go downstairs and pay it there, then go through security again. This might be a helpful tip to save time and stress.

Man

In Kiev bordercontroll I paid more than 40 000 USD and they gave me a reciept of 3500 Hriwna this huge amount I discovered when I cheched my bank statement after arriving home.

Ricky Cain

I had overstayed by 8 months. Which the fine was 2500 uah. I think some misunderstand, since the currency has collapsed by 70% they had to raise prices to equal what it was. Otherwise, what would have been $80 in 2007-2014. Would be $20 in 2019. So they amend the laws, or adjust with inflation. I believe the fine increases the longer you are there.

3 months is the default. I paid it at lvivs immigration office before I left. So there was no issue on the border.

Ukraine Living

Did you read the article?

895 in 2016. The exchange was 1:24. Now it’s 1:27 and you just paid 2500.

895 uah in 2019 is not $20 either.

Stefan

Hi!
Just some point from the legal view per 6.7.2019 –
a)the calculation method is regulated in resolution Nr.169 Cabmin – visa free for a lot of countries 90/180 (Argentine f.e.is different), ALL DAYS are calculated for the 90 (incl.in and out-day!) within a period of 180 days backwards from the day of the leave!
b)Dont think, that they cannot calculate anymore. All border points are equipped with IT, which calculates automatically(thanks to USAid)! You may even get a listing of your entries and leaves by written and signed request to the Border Guard service (dpsu.gov.ua)
c)the “simple” overstay might (not must!) be fined with an administrative protocol of 850 UAH (plus fees etc) BY BORDER GUARDS! There is basically no ban-period. BUT – they will let you in again without problem – because the boomerang will come at the next exit as the 180 days will be calculated again backwards! If you repeat this 2-3 times – case goes to court and usually a 3-max.(but rare) 5-years ENTRY BAN will be sentenced by court.
Important – border guards may hold you up to 3 hours for this protocol….so, missing the flight usually!
And – you are not obliged to pay at once! Its an administrative protocol! Not a punishment for a crime! If you pay – you may even not appeal it at court!
d)fines of up to 5100 UAH (depends on the time of overstay)are usually charged by the migration service (DMSU.gov.ua), if you exceed your temporary stay (f.e.work,study) for approx. one year. Again – entry ban just by court decision! This will be stamped in passport and remarked in the IT of the border guards.
e)beside this entry might be denied even for visa-free citizen by decision of the secret service (SBU) because of state security reasons, health reasons (signs of epidemic diseases) or lack of supporting documents (yes, they may still demand certificates of health insurance or approval of financial funds-even if this happens very very rarely!)
f)visa on arrival in KBP per today doesnt exist anymore.

Best, Stefan

Ukraine Living

Thanks for the comment. Lots of good info.

Adam

Response written on August 2019
In February 2019 I overstayed 10 days and had to pay 800 grivne at Zyurani airport. I don’t remember the exact price. Historically you could come back the next day but now the law has been enforced and you had to wait for the 90 days over 180 days. I tried to fly back in April 2019 but the border control stopped me to enter the country and I was sent back on the next flight back to UK. When the 90 days were passed I was able to return without any problems.

Yuki

I understand the 90 days in 180 day limit. But let me ask this: if I were to visit Ukraine for 19 days, and then leave the country for 91 days, only then to return for the remaining 71 days (which would equal 180 total), could I then leave for 1 day and come back the very next day to start the next 180 days?

So technically, out of 180 days, I would be in Ukraine for 90 days out of 180 days, but it’s split up. When that 180 day mark comes around, I’ll leave to get that passport stamp that I left and met the 90 days in 180 day requirement, and then come back the next day to reset the clock.

Would this be suffice in your opinion?

Stefan Weisshappel

Nope, as at your departure day the program calculates 180 days backwards and counts all days of stay in ukraine together! There are no “old” and “new” 180-day-periods!

Alex

Hello. AUGUST 23 2019:

I’m a german citizen. Overstayed for 5 months. Living in Lviv.

*** Should I go to the Lviv Immigration service and pay the fine, before catching the train towards Poland/Berlin?

I heard rumors they could DETAIN ME and DEPORT me IMMEDIATELY if I present myself in the Immigration office and ”confess’ I have overstayed.

*** Fine is now 5100uah?

I would appreciate any help… I’m still going to stay 1 month more since I have payed rent. Hopefully somebody could answer me.

Ukraine Living

Scroll up and read Stefan’s comment.

Stefan

Hi Alex,theoretically they may deport you,but this happens without having a criminal record never. But highly recommend you to appear at Migration Service,do the protocol and to pay it.Otherwise border guards may hold you to make a protocol right on border and you may have to wait for the next train!
Yes,its 5100 for up to one year overstay.Plus bank expenses.
Dont worry,its just an administrative offense!

Alex

Thank you Stefan (And admin)

I plan to cross the border by car. I got a seat in a van that will also transport my stuff, and my dog. I’m going to leave next Friday.

If I go to the Migration Service and pay it, and they ”stamp” the sticker on my passport, once at the border, the guards will see I’ve payed the fine, and immediately let me continue the travel? Or will I be still hold for 3 hours, and they will ask me stuff? (I thought going to the Migration Service before, would fix this problem of getting stopped?)

I ask because as I travel with people in a van, I’m sure that they will leave without me if I’m going to get stopped and put a side for X hours. (They have to continue their transportation schedule)

Thank you very much,
And I’m really sorry if this is a dumb question, but I’m a little bit nervous…

Thank you so much Stefan!

Stefan

Hi! sorry, just saw now your question…maybe already not anymore necessary, but – they have the right to hold you up to 3 hours to make the protocol for the fine. However, you are not obliged to pay it at once and may also leave the country without paying it (you may pay later by bank etc or appeal at court). In former times they sometimes “closed the eyes”, but with their new “Gart1P”-system the gaps are closing…
Had already the cases when clients missed their flights because of the protocol, but nobody will be detained and rarely their IT-system fails…small chance, but anyway.

Abdus Samad

I have overstayed for like 8 months but I want to travel to Poland. Can I pay the fine and make a fresh Polish Work visa? And go ?

Charles

I have overstayed for 8 months exactly and I want to travel to Poland. So where should I pay the fine and will they Issue me the Polish visa here in Ukraine for I have to travel back to my country and apply there?

Stefan Weisshappel

Hi Charles! I may not tell you anything about polish visa issues, but if you overstayed 8 months in Ukraine, you may go to the local State Migration Service, file a protocol, pay the fine and go out. If you will return and violate the 90/180-days again – you will be allowed to enter Ukraine, but at the next departure the fine will be higher, a court case is possible and you might be even barred up to 3-5 years to enter Ukraine.

Zafer

Hi,

I overstayed my visa and was expecting to pay the fine. I went to the airport early because I thought it would take a long time.

If you pay by credit card, you can pay right at the office. It took me no longer than 10 minutes! I was pleasantly surprised.

Ukraine Living

Thanks for chiming in!

Steve

Does anyone know if you manage to get married in Ukraine, can you apply for a residence permit? Do you have to travel out of Ukraine and apply for a visa or can the process all be done internally?

Stefan

In general not-like in the most countries you will have to go at first out and apply for a visa for gathering the family together (if you are here according visa-free rules).
Be also aware that there will be at first a temporary residence and just after some years with unbroken marriage perpetual.

Hello,

So my overstay (has not happened yet) will be due to financial reasons. I have 2 cats I travel with everywhere. missing that flight and paying again is not possible. SO…

Would it be possible to go to the passport control upon getting to the airport, and then buy the ticket out afterwards? Or do you they expect you to magically do all of this in the 2 hour period you have for check in/out?

Stefan

Hi! Simply do not understand your issue fully – if you tell that you wont be able to afford a missed flight – simply do not do the overstay! Ukraine is not a banana-republic, where its possible to negotiate a clear administrative offense, which you seem to plan to commit with intention….
And – how you imagine to enter the emigration/departure area at an airport without having a ticket????
-You may go to the Migration Service prior after committing an overstay, they will file an administrative protocol, you may pay it and will get from them a term to leave the country. But I doubt that the ticket with such a short notice will be that cheap.
-Or-you will be approx 4 hours prior to departure at the airport as the procedure at the border itself might max. take 3 hours (if you did a “simple” overstay and your identity is not in doubt and no else offenses etc.”open”).

Gerald

Fw – Fine for overstaying in Ukraine

Watch out, the rules has change, the fine for overstaying is now of 5100 griviens.
And 3 years forbidden to come back in the territorry.
Also, the officers at the airport are not friendly at all.

Just watch out !

Or even better, just don t go in Ukraine at all. Nothing good there and it s dangerous !

Expart

Update 2020

American citizen, non-white.

Got banned from Ukraine for overstaying for 2 months along with hefty fine.

Wouldn’t recommend doing this. Was a hassle and the passport people were way stricter than any other place. Fined me, then banned me and warned me not to repeat it. Can’t go back for 3 years, should’ve just taken the advice and left or not gone in the first place. Beware breaking rules in 2020, seems they’re trying to get to EU laws.

Overstayed In Ukraine – Here’s What Will Happen To You (Updated October 2019)

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Overstayed In Ukraine: UPDATED October 2019

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