Publication date: 07.06.2024
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How to Legally Travel Abroad: A Complete Step-by-Step Guide
Introduction
Going abroad may be necessary for various reasons: travel, study, work or reunification with family. Regardless of the purpose, it is important to know all the legal requirements and procedures to avoid problems and ensure the safety of your trip. In this article
we will look at the main steps and requirements for traveling abroad legally.
Preparation for Departure
Obtaining a Foreign Passport
Application submission:
Contact the nearest branch of the State Migration Service (SMS) of Ukraine or the Center for the Provision of Administrative Services (CSC).
Submit the necessary documents: passport of a citizen of Ukraine, identification code, birth certificate (for children), photos (if necessary).
Payment of State Customs:
Pay the state duty for issuing a foreign passport.
Obtaining a Passport:
After processing the application, get your foreign passport.
Visa Requirements
Check Visa Requirements:
Find out about the visa requirements of the country you plan to visit. This can be done on the website of the embassy or consulate of that country.
Visa Application Submission:
Collect the necessary documents for submitting a visa application, which may include a foreign passport, photographs, a completed application form, confirmation of ticket and accommodation reservations, insurance, financial documents.
Interview:
Have an interview at the embassy (if required).
Obtaining a Visa:
After processing the application and approval, you will receive a visa in your foreign passport.Departure for the border
Verification of Documents
Passport:
Make sure your passport is valid for the duration of your planned trip.
Visa:
Check the validity period of the visa and the conditions of stay in the destination country.
Additional Documents:
Carry additional documents such as health insurance, confirmation of accommodation, return tickets and financial guarantees.
Customs and Border Formalities
Customs control:
Familiarize yourself with the customs regulations of the country of departure and destination. Declare the goods if necessary.
Border Control:
When passing border control, present your foreign passport and visa. Answer the border guards' questions clearly and truthfully.
Staying abroad
Registration in the Country of Stay
Registration:
If necessary, register with local authorities or the embassy of Ukraine in the country of residence.
Compliance with Local Laws:
Follow the laws and regulations of the host country. Familiarize yourself with local norms and cultural characteristics.
Return to Ukraine
Checking the Term of Stay:
Make sure that you do not exceed the period of stay allowed by the visa or visa-free regime.
Customs Formalities:
Declare the goods you import into Ukraine, if necessary.
Journey Home:
Plan your return ahead of time
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