NEWS AND USEFUL INFORMATION

The German government has approved an increase in the minimum wage: what will change in 2026

Germany has made an important decision to raise the minimum wage. This will be another step toward greater social justice and improved working conditions for millions of workers. Find out when the increase will take effect, how payments will change, and what this means for Ukrainians working in Germany

Entry to Ukraine for citizens of Portugal: do foreigners need a visa in 2025?

Portuguese citizens can enter Ukraine on a visa-free basis, but there are exceptions. Find out when foreigners need to apply for a visa to cross the Ukrainian border

Electronic road vignette for Europe now available on Visit Ukraine: instructions on how to apply online

The electronic vignette is now available online at Visit Ukraine — quickly and officially. Learn how to get an e-vignette for traveling in Europe in just a few clicks

Putin announced the encirclement of Pokrovsk and Kupyansk: what the military says and what the situation is there

Russian propaganda is once again trying to pass off wishful thinking as reality – putin has declared that Ukrainian cities are ‘surrounded’, but the facts and official data confirm the opposite. Find out what is really happening in eastern Ukraine and why the Kremlin's statements have nothing to do with reality

Which Ukrainians will be able to live for free in Poland: new rules from November 1, 2025

Poland is changing the rules for Ukrainians from November 2025. Find out which Ukrainians will be able to live for free in Poland from November 1, 2025, how to extend legal status and receive payments under the “800+” program

Car insurance Basik KASKO: a profitable alternative to a full policy or saving on risk?

The car insurance market in Ukraine offers a wide variety of policies, each with its own characteristics and suited to a specific category of drivers. Find out what car insurance Basik KASKO covers in 2025, what its advantages and limitations are, and how to choose insurance in line with current trends

Super cool Halloween deals on Visit Ukraine: discounts on insurance, tours, and merch

Halloween with benefits! Discounts of up to 25% on tours, insurance, Green Card, MTPL, and merchandise from Visit Ukraine. Find out how to get a spookily good deal before November 1

Mark 64.70 on a driving licence: what it means and how it affects fines

The mark of 64.70 is not a random combination of numbers, but an important indicator of driving experience and level of responsibility. Find out how the restriction system works for novice drivers and when the mark will be removed from your licence