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Visa-free regime for Ukrainians with biometric passports: main conditions for traveling abroad in 2024

The war has forced many Ukrainians to travel the world in search of refuge from Russian terror. Most of our compatriots have traveled to European countries, some as refugees and some under the standard procedure. Find out how visa-free travel and biometric passports help Ukrainians travel freely across Europe

Independence Day of Ukraine: tours worth visiting for foreigners in August

On 24 August, Ukraine celebrates its Independence Day. Over the past 2 years, the words "independence of Ukraine" have become a symbol of dignity, resilience and struggle for the whole world. We offer tourists a list of tours that will demonstrate the strength of the Ukrainian spirit and the will to win.

What will postwar Ukraine look like and why do demographers rely only on labor migrants?

Demographers have made a post-war forecast of the population in Ukraine, and it is disappointing. According to the Institute of Demography and Social Studies of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, 31 million people currently live in the government-controlled territory, and by 2025 the population in Ukraine could drop to 25 million. Find out how labor migration can save the situation and create new jobs in Ukraine

The Big Mac Index 2024: what should be the real hryvnia to dollar exchange rate in Ukraine

In July 2024, The Economist published updated data on the Big Mac Index, according to which the hryvnia is significantly undervalued against the US dollar. Learn more aboutwhat the real exchange rate of the Ukrainian hryvnia to the dollar should be

How to save on car insurance in 2024: tips from Visit Ukraine

Car insurance is mandatory for driving on Ukrainian roads and for travelling abroad. Find out more about favourable rates and how to buy a policy online

Legalization of a Ukrainian medical diploma in Germany: a guide for doctors and cosmetologists

At the moment, Ukrainian doctors who left for Germany as a result of the hostilities have some difficulties in obtaining a license, which has negative consequences for both them and the service sector in the country. The obstacle is the German bureaucracy, which, however, can be overcome by following a clear, legally prescribed algorithm.

Citizens of Ukraine in Germany and the Netherlands: results of a sociological survey

Since the start of the full-scale invasion, EU countries have hosted more than 4 million Ukrainian refugees. Germany and the Netherlands are among the countries that have provided shelter to more than a third of them. One of the latest sociological surveys focuses on the experience of Ukrainians as labor migrants and internally displaced persons. Read more in the article.

Medical insurance in Ukraine: how it works and how to get compensation

The health insurance system in Ukraine differs from the generally accepted European model. The imposed martial law plays an important role in this. Find out all about voluntary and compulsory health insurance for Ukrainians and foreigners, as well as how to get compensation from the insurer