They say that Ukrainians can spot a foreigner from a kilometre away, but you shouldn’t worry about this alone making you the target of criminal behaviour. In the mid-2000s Kyiv was considered a rather safe place. As in most cities, flashing large amounts of money could cause trouble. Wallets are known to disappear in public transport crowds, so keep your hands in your pockets at all times. Being very drunk and/or loud on the street is always a good way to attract unwanted attention, sometimes from the militia. By the way, it’s a good idea for foreigners to carry at least a copy of their passport and visa with them at all times.
