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Ukrainian Visa-Free Short Stay

For nationals of many countries who can enter Ukraine without a visa for short tourism, business or private visits, with no advance application required.

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The exact list of visa-free countries and the precise permitted stay per country vary by bilateral agreement; verify the current country list and stay limits against the official MFA entry-regime page before publishing specific 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
Visa-free entry regime
Route type
Short-stay entry without a visa
Typical stay
Commonly up to 90 days within any 180-day period
Some countries have shorter limits under bilateral agreements
Permitted purposes
Tourism, business, private visits
Cost
No visa fee (entry without a visa)
Where to apply
No prior visa; entry decided at the border on arrival
Permitted stay
Commonly up to 90 days within any 180-day period
Some nationalities have shorter limits under their bilateral agreement

Who it is for

  • Nationals of countries with a visa-free arrangement with Ukraine
  • Travellers visiting for tourism, business or private/short-term purposes
  • Not for work, study, family reunification or other long-term stays

What you can do

  • Enter and stay for the permitted short-stay period without a prior visa
  • Travel for tourism, business meetings or visiting friends and relatives
  • Must switch to the correct visa and residence permit for any long-term activity

Requirements

  • Hold a nationality that has a visa-free arrangement with Ukraine
  • Travel only for a permitted short-stay purpose (tourism, business or a private visit)
  • Have a passport valid for the stay and not exceed the permitted number of days in the 180-day window
  • Be able to show the purpose of the visit and that you have means to support yourself, if asked at the border
  • Switch to the correct long-term (Type D) visa and residence permit before doing anything the visa-free regime does not cover (work, study, family settlement)

Documents you may need at the border

  • A valid passport or travel document
  • Evidence of the purpose of your trip (for example a hotel booking, invitation or business letter)
  • Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
  • A return or onward ticket where relevant

Frequently asked questions

  • No. Visa-free entry covers tourism, business and private visits only. Work, study, family reunification and any other long-term activity require the appropriate long-term (Type D) visa and a residence permit.

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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