Living in Ukraine: the ultimate expat guide

Everything you need to know for a successful life in Ukraine.

Guide updated byVeedushi Bissessur, on 27 April 2018

Located in Eastern Europe, Ukraine is a unique destination. As one of the biggest countries on the Old Continent, it holds a rich history and culture, influenced by Eastern Orthodoxy. Its lush nature has been attracting curious expatriates for many years.

Ukraine also has a diversified economy, specializing in aerospace and industry, which provides many opportunities to expatriates who wish to settle there.

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About Veedushi Bissessur

I hold a French diploma and worked as a journalist in Mauritius for six years. I have over a decade of experience as a bilingual web editor at Expat.com, including five years as an editorial assistant. Before joining the Expat.com team, I worked as a journalist/reporter in several Mauritian newsrooms. My experience of over six years in the Mauritian press gave me the opportunity to meet many prominent figures and cover a wide range of events across various topics.