Andrei Burdenkov
@felix1877
Belarusian looking for information about USA
Forum posts
15
About me
Belarusian
Lives in Minsk
Speaks English, German, Russian
Registration: 10 September 2011
Activity
Minsk flatshare by Christine
Hi, is it popular to share a flat in Minsk ? What advice would you give to those looking for shared accommodation in Minsk? Can you recommend specialized local websites or newspapers? By the way, keep in mind there is a flat share/house ...
In the first line I would recommend to observe the terms of registration. A foreign citizen has to process his registration with the local OGIM - Migration Department within 5 business days from his arrival. This means that one can stay for the ... Read More
Doing business in Belarus by Julien
Hi, are foreign investors welcome in Belarus? Is it complicated to register a company in Belarus? What is the procedure? What is the corporate tax rate in Belarus? Is it easy to recruit? Any advice you would share with us? Thank ...
People seem to invest into IT and manufacturing, but any such endeavor is described as risky. A Read More
Successful job interview in Belarus by Julie
Hi, passing a job interview in Belarus can be a stressful moment, especially you are not familiar with the cultural and professional codes of the country. How to successfully pass a job interview in Belarus ? What happens during the ...
You must be joking! You may be an American/ Chinese / wearing whatever you please... The general idea is that you must make sense and you have good qualifications required by the company that interviews you. E.g. in case with IT people - you are ... Read More
Organize your move to Belarus by Julie
Hi all, we invite you to share your experience about moving to Belarus. Here is a list of questions which might help the ones preparing their move to Belarus: What would you bring and what would you leave behind? Is it a good idea to ...
As a local I can say that a second hand car will take to high customs fees. So a long-term rental is a way-out. A Read More
Where are you all? by PhiboySpark
I get the feeling not many people talk on here????? Who is in Minsk? Where are you? Do you want to meet and have a coffee, beer and chat? :-) Phil
Leaving for Brest tomorrow for two days) Andrei Read More
Am in Minsk and looking for contacts - Perso and business by PhiboySpark
Well, I posted a post saying I was coming and virtually no one replied!! I'm shocked! lol. Anyway, I'm now in Minsk and looking to meet people for work and pleasure. Anything ELT related for work. English language Teaching that is. And this is ...
I am now in Brest researching the tourist potential of the city. When in Minsk I may have some time to chat in Victory Square. I work as a tour guide by the way and the communication does not necessarily have to be the tourism industry. A Read More
Belarus Internet by aml2010
Hello all, What is your opinion of Belarus's internet? Do you ever experience problems?
Wi-Fi is available from the state monopolist Beltelecom (hence the price) and the speed is not always as advertised. You can also subscribe to a 3G Internet plan of one of the three local mobile phone networks - MTS, Velcom and Life:) with a 3G ... Read More
ll by jeroenDuursma
Hi all i am looking for someone who can host me for a week and a half. I lived in Minsk for three months. I like to travel and meet new people and can get a lift to poland. I am finishing of my study this year that s why i am traveling low budget ...
I would recommend guys on low budget to show up at Minsk State Linguistic University (Building A). On the left side of the entrance hall, past the cloakroom, there are mirrors with an ad desk opposite them. On that desk there are plenty of ads of ... Read More
Tips from expats in Minsk by Julien
Hi all, everyone can now participate to the Minsk business directory! You can recommend a professional and indicate you appreciate its services. > A plumber did a great job with your water leak? > A restaurant always welcomes you ...
As a local I am really not sure one can recommend a plumber here - normally these half-sober chaps are being sent over from the local JES (Housing and communal services Department) where you place the order when you have a leak. Andrei Read More
Rent a flat or a house in Minsk by Christine
Finding a place to live is a priority when settling in Minsk. Your experience will be of a great help for the members who want to settle in Minsk. Therefore, we have prepared some questions for you: Is it hard to find a flat or a house for ...
Now that the school year has begun in Minsk the apartments and rooms are scarce and are growing more expensive. Depending on the term of stay one can opt for one of those apartment rental websites that offer EUR 40+ flats in central Minsk or try ... Read More
Scotsman coming to Minsk wants to watch football by mark3
probably a 聯shot in the dark聰. My wife is Belarusian, born in Minsk. We are travelling to Minsk to visit her mother and close family on 28 Aug. Will be there for 5 days. My poor wife is married to a Scotsman who is desperate to watch the Scotland vs ...
A little too late, but there is an "Irish" bar in 2 Sverdlova Street, right behind the Red Church in Independence Square. The best place for football fans, although some tourists of mine were quite upset to see that it is a smoking place. Andrei Read More
Public transportation in Minsk by Armand
Hi all, What do you think about the means of transportation in Minsk ? Is the network of means of transportation well developed? What modes of transport are available? Do you use them? How much is a fare? Are they relatively ...
Minsk boasts of a well-developed transportation system, the only one to have metro in Belarus. Minsk public transport fee is BYR 950 which is about US 0.20. Quoting a Swedish lady it is faster and definitely much cheaper than that in ... Read More
Coming to Minsk - Any tips? by PhiboySpark
Hi all, I'm coming to Minsk for 2 months for work. Training consultant. I'll be staying in a rented apartment and working from the centre mainly but some popping around. I'll be there from around the 15th September until the 20th Novermber ...
Well, in the first line you must see that your apartment owner registers you upon arrival within the first 5 business days - you've been around and you are probably aware of that. You would also know about the local medical insurance that you will ... Read More
I want to visit Belarus by razmuk
Hi everyone, I am planning a trip to Belarus next month for a couple of days. I am from Poland and I wonder how I can get visa. Is there any tourist visa and is it possible to get one on the border, or do I need to apply for visa in the embassy?
If you have a relative living in Belarus you can just specify his address in the application form and get a guest visa without any formal invitation. Otherwise you must contact a registered Belarus travel agency and obtain an invitation, fill in the ... Read More
New: Belarus business directory by Julien
Hi, there is something new on 九色视频! We designed a new section dedicated to the companies of Belarus and their services: the Belarus business directory. Professionals can now present their activity on 九色视频. We offer them two ways of ...
That might actually be a good start to a new business. A Read More