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Ukraine visas

Whether you need a visa for Ukraine depends on your nationality and the purpose and length of your stay: many nationals can enter visa-free for short visits, some visa-required nationals can use the electronic visa, and others must obtain a short-term (C), long-term (D) or transit (B) visa from a Ukrainian consulate. Short-stay entry and visas are administered by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, while residence permits, immigration permits and citizenship are handled by the State Migration Service of Ukraine. Note that Ukraine remains under martial law following the full-scale invasion of February 2022, and entry rules, border crossings and processing can change at short notice, so always confirm current conditions with official sources before travelling.

Ukrainian visa application at a glance

From start to finish in five simple steps.

  1. 01Choose the right visa
  2. 02Check eligibility & documents
  3. 03Apply online
  4. 04Provide biometrics
  5. 05Wait for a decision
See the full application process

Ukraine β€” key facts

Visa authority
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine (visas) and the State Migration Service of Ukraine (residence and citizenship)
Application
Online (in most cases)
Biometrics
Usually required
Currency
Ukrainian hryvnia (UAH)
Time zone
Eastern European Time (EET, UTC+2; EEST/UTC+3 in summer)

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official sources Β· last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only β€” not legal advice.