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Ukrainian Short-Term Visa (Type C)

A consular short-stay visa for visa-required nationals, allowing visits of up to 90 days within a 180-day period.

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Maximum validity (secondary sources state up to 5 years) and exact fees should be verified against the official MFA visa-information page before publishing.

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
Short-term visa (Type C)
Route type
Consular short-stay visa
Stay
Up to 90 days within every 180 days
Entries
Single, double or multiple entry
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days within every 180 days
Validity
Typically 6 months, or another period based on supporting documents; cannot exceed 5 years
Where to apply
Ukrainian embassy or consulate serving your country

Who it is for

  • Visa-required nationals not eligible for visa-free entry or the e-visa
  • Short-stay visitors for tourism, business, private and similar purposes
  • Travellers needing multiple entries over the validity period

How to apply

  • Apply at a Ukrainian embassy or consulate serving your country
  • Submit passport, application form, photo and proof of purpose
  • Provide supporting documents that determine the validity granted
  • Pay the applicable consular fee

Requirements

  • Be a visa-required national travelling for a short-stay purpose (tourism, business, private or similar)
  • Not intend to stay longer than 90 days in any 180-day period
  • Hold a passport valid for the requested visa period
  • Hold medical/travel insurance covering Ukraine (minimum EUR 30,000 of cover)
  • Show sufficient funds for the stay and documents evidencing the purpose of travel

Documents you may need

  • Valid passport or travel document
  • Printed and signed visa application form
  • A recent passport-style photograph
  • Medical/travel insurance certificate for Ukraine (minimum EUR 30,000)
  • Proof of sufficient funds (for example recent bank statements, cash, or an employer letter covering costs)
  • Documents confirming the purpose of the visit
  • Proof the consular fee has been paid

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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