What is the visa regime? Ukraine, Russia - visa regime of 2014

Today there are quite a few people who somehow need to face the border crossing, so you have to issue a visa. It should be noted that some do not even know about such a concept as a "visa". Agree, it is necessary to understand the question of what a visa regime is and why it is needed.

The concept of a visa

A visa is a mark that is made in the consulate or any other specialized body. As a rule, it has the form of a small sticker, which is stamped on a foreign passport. It is the visa that makes it possible to stay on the territory of a foreign state for a certain time. It should be noted that at the entrance the tourist prescribes the purpose of his arrival in the visa itself. If there is a slightest suspicion, a visit to the country may be refused. But there are countries where you can come without a visa. For example, Russians can visit CIS countries without such a document. Although more recently the Ukrainian authorities have informed that they have introduced a visa regime for citizens of the Russian Federation.

Types of visas

As a rule, a visa regime is necessary in order to monitor the activities of foreigners who arrive in the territory of another state. As everyone knows, visas can be of several types:

• Tourist;
• Business;
• Service;
• Diplomatic.

In addition, there are also such visas that allow you to change your permanent place of residence. To obtain any access to the country, the guest must provide a number of documents and a completed application form. It should be noted that citizens who come from the former CIS countries do not need to go through a visa regime with Russia. This is due to the fact that such visitors need to fill out a migration card, which is issued at the border, for visiting this state.

Documents for obtaining a visa to the Russian Federation

Now, when it is clear that such a visa regime, you need to understand the documents that are needed to visit Russia or Ukraine. In case you need to get to the territory of the Russian Federation, the guest must have a list of documents with him, which will allow him to obtain a visa. Among such official papers, the most significant are:

• A completed application form;
• Passport with all photos;
• invitation;
• Medical policy.

In addition, a foreigner must have a certificate with him, which confirms the absence of any sexually transmitted diseases. Also, to obtain a visa, you need to provide a photo. The size of the picture should be the same as for the passport.

Getting a visa to Russia

When all the documents are collected, you can proceed to receive the visa itself. It should be noted that this procedure will allow foreigners to pass visa requirements with the Russian Federation rather quickly. The procedure itself is not so complicated, if everything is correctly planned. Therefore, you need to know what the visa regime is and how it is implemented.

The first thing you need to get an invitation to this country. Also very important:

• Choose the type of visa that will fully meet the purpose of arrival;
• Pay consular fees;
• Appoint a date for the interview at the consulate.

In addition, before leaving for Russia, it is advisable to once again contact the consulate and learn about possible innovations that may prevent the crossing of the border. It is also advisable to familiarize yourself with the rules that will help to cross the border calmly. It should be noted that every foreigner who arrived in the territory of the Russian Federation is obliged to register for migration at the place of residence. Such a procedure is necessary even for citizens who have come from the former CIS countries.

Price for visa to Russia

As a fee for issuing a visa, a foreigner must pay consular fees. It is thanks to this contribution that the consulate employees work on the documents of the guest of the Russian Federation and, if necessary, explain what the visa regime is and why it is needed. It is worth noting that the cost of this type of collection can vary. As a rule, this depends on the country in which visa application is carried out, and the timeframe that is required for its processing.
For most countries in Europe and Asia, the price is 35 Euro. It takes such a visa for two weeks. In case you need to make an urgent visa, the cost can go up to 70 Euro, and the production time will be reduced to three days.

Visa to Ukraine

The visa regime with Ukraine is supported by quite a few states, therefore, to get to the territory of this country it is necessary to obtain a visa. It should be noted that the procedure for obtaining permission to enter and stay is much easier than in the case of a visa to Russia. To start the process, you need to contact the embassy and provide a package of documents. Among the official papers should be:

• Visa application form, the form of which can be taken in any consular department.
• Passport. In this case, you need to ensure that the validity period of this document ends after the expiration of half a year after the trip.
  In addition, it is advisable to receive a voucher, which confirms the reservation of the hotel in the territory of Ukraine.

Types of Ukrainian visas

Before you visit Ukraine, you should determine the purpose of the visit. This is due to the fact that each type of visa meets a certain type of visa. In addition, the length of stay in the territory of a given country depends on the purposes. It is worth noting that the visa regime with Ukraine in 2014 is much more complicated, so it is necessary to comply with all the rules so that there are no misunderstandings.

If the trip is for the purpose of visiting relatives or friends, it is best to choose a private visa. To receive it, in addition to the package of documents, you must provide a written invitation from the host party. It should be noted that this letter should be in its original form. Therefore, it is best to send an invitation by mail. The owner of such a visa can safely move around the country for 180 days.

If the visit to Ukraine is carried out for organizational purposes, it is best to apply for a business visa. The basis for obtaining this type of permission is a request made by the receiving legal entity, but in this situation several rules must be observed. First, a legal entity must be registered on the territory of Ukraine. Secondly, the inviting party must submit to the embassy a copy of the registration, which is executed in accordance with all the legislative norms of Ukraine. Having received this type of visa, the guest will be able to stay in the country for one year.

If you visit Ukraine to see the sights of the country, it is desirable to issue a tourist visa. To obtain such an entry permit, it is sufficient to provide a voucher that confirms the reservation of the hotel room. The validity of such a visa is up to 180 days.

It should be noted that despite all the changes that affected the visa regime in 2014, you can extend the visa period without leaving the country, just visit the embassy and apply for a visa extension.

Through the border on the car

Today, many residents of Russia cross the border with Ukraine by car. This is done by those car owners who know what the visa regime is and how quickly it passes.

To cross the border on a vehicle, in addition to the visa, it is necessary to provide a policy confirming civil liability insurance. It should be noted that this document, if necessary, can be purchased directly in the customs area, but it is best to take care of it in advance.

The entry of Russians into Ukraine

Today, despite some disagreements between the government of the two countries, the visa regime of Ukraine with Russia has not yet begun to operate, therefore, residents of these countries can go on a visit without special difficulties and visa processing.

It should be noted that since 2007 the heads of Ukraine and Russia have signed a treaty that confirms the visa-free regime, therefore, for crossing the border, it is necessary to have only a passport of a foreign or domestic sample. If the trip is carried out with children, the parent must provide the birth certificate of the minor or passport if the child has reached a certain age. In situations where a minor crosses the border under the supervision of third parties or on his own, he must carry a paper in which the parents authorize this trip.

customs control

Now Ukraine introduces a visa regime for citizens of the Russian Federation, but the customs control carries out its work according to the same rules as before. Russians can safely transport across the border items that at a cost do not reach the amount of 200 Euros. If the goods are transported with an indivisible product, its sum for carrying out the problem-free transportation should not exceed 300 Euro. Also, without paying a fee, you can import the following groups of goods:

• 1 liter of vodka;
• 2 liters of wine;
• 200 g of tobacco;
• 5 liters of beer.

As for food, they can be imported only if their amount does not exceed 50 Euro. Citizens of Russia can easily pay an amount of $ 10,000. If there is a need for a larger amount, you should be concerned about the availability of documents that can confirm the source of its origin. On plastic cards, guests of Ukraine can carry absolutely any amount, but if it exceeds $ 50,000, it is necessary to get permission from the National Bank of Ukraine in advance.