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Ukrainian Electronic Visa (e-Visa)

An online short-stay visa for eligible visa-required nationals, applied for entirely through the official MFA e-visa portal without visiting a consulate.

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Fee, stay duration (commonly quoted 30 days), validity (commonly 6 months), number of eligible countries and processing time vary between secondary sources; verify the current e-visa fee, validity, permitted stay and eligible-country list against the official MFA e-visa portal before publishing figures.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Ukraine government website before you apply.
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Official name
Electronic visa (e-Visa)
Route type
Short-stay electronic visa
Entries
Single or double entry
Application
Online at evisa.mfa.gov.ua
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days per the official e-visa page
Processing time
Standard 3 business days; urgent 1 business day (official e-visa page)
Cost
Consular fee paid online by MasterCard or Visa; doubles for urgent processing
The MFA e-visa page cites a USD 85 fee; confirm the current amount before publishing
Where to apply
Online at evisa.mfa.gov.ua

Who it is for

  • Nationals of countries designated eligible for the Ukrainian e-visa scheme
  • Short-stay visitors for tourism, business, medical, cultural, scientific or sporting purposes
  • Travellers who do not qualify for visa-free entry but come from an e-visa eligible country

How to apply

  • Confirm your nationality is eligible for the e-visa on the official portal
  • Complete the online application at evisa.mfa.gov.ua
  • Upload the required documents and passport details
  • Pay the visa fee online by card
  • Receive the decision electronically and print the e-visa to present on entry

Requirements

  • Be a national of a country designated eligible for the Ukrainian e-visa on the official portal
  • Travel for an eligible purpose: business, tourism, a private visit, medical treatment, or a cultural, scientific, educational or sporting activity
  • Hold a passport valid for the intended stay
  • Have a bank card (MasterCard Worldwide or Visa International) to pay the fee online
  • Enter Ukraine through a border crossing where e-visa holders are admitted

Documents you may need

  • Scan of the passport bio-data page
  • A digital passport-style photograph
  • Supporting document confirming the purpose of the trip (for example a booking, invitation or medical/event confirmation)
  • Valid medical/travel insurance covering Ukraine
  • The printed e-visa to present on arrival

Frequently asked questions

  • No. The whole process - form, document upload, payment and receiving the decision - is completed online at evisa.mfa.gov.ua. You simply print the e-visa and present it at the border.

Official sources

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

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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