Ukraine Visa Requirements 2026Entry Rules & Visa-Free Access by Passport

Visa-free nationalities
81
Visa on arrival
0
eTA / e-Visa
42
Total streamlined
123
Visa required in advance
75

Ukraine's visa policy is moderately open relative to other destinations worldwide. If your nationality is not listed as visa-free, visa on arrival, or eTA/e-Visa eligible, you will need to apply for a Ukraine tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Visa-free

Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit Ukraine Visa-Free (81)

Passport holders from these countries can enter Ukraine without a visa - no embassy appointment, no advance fee.

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eTA / e-Visa

eTA & e-Visa Eligible Countries for Ukraine (42)

These nationalities can apply for an electronic travel authorisation or e-Visa online before travel - no embassy visit required.

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Fees

Ukraine Visa Fees (updated 2 Jul 2026)

  • e-Visa (single entry, 30-day validity)

    30 days, single entryofficial sourcemfa.gov.ua ↗

    USD 20

  • e-Visa (double entry, 30-day validity)

    30 days, double entryofficial sourcemfa.gov.ua ↗

    USD 30

  • Short-term (type C) visa - basic fee, regular service

    up to 90 days within 180 days; issued for up to 6 months or longer per supporting docsofficial sourcemfa.gov.ua ↗

    USD 65

  • Transit (type B) visa - basic fee

    each transit period max 5 days; visa itself valid up to 1 yearofficial sourcemfa.gov.ua ↗

    USD 65

  • Short-term (type C) visa - business purpose, basic fee

    up to 90 days within 180 daysofficial sourcemfa.gov.ua ↗

    USD 65

  • Emergency visa on arrival at Boryspil/Odesa international airports

    issued by MFA visa divisions at the airport border checkpointsofficial sourcemfa.gov.ua ↗

    UAH 2,550 (~$57)

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Applications are handled via VFS Global - a service fee applies on top of the visa fee and varies by country and centre.

Transit

Ukraine Transit Visa

Ukraine publishes a transit visa product for travellers passing through to another destination. Whether you need one depends on your nationality and whether you stay airside - see how transit visas work.

Type A / Type B Transit Visa

Type A is an airport transit visa for passing through an international transit zone. Type B is a transit visa for transiting through Ukrainian territory to a third country.

up to 5 days

Transit visa (Type B) allows up to 5 days in Ukraine when transiting to a third country. Proof of onward ticket and valid visa for destination country is required. Airport transit visa (Type A) is for the international zone only.

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FAQ

Ukraine Visa Requirements FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit Ukraine?

It depends on your nationality - the lists above show every nationality that can enter Ukraine visa-free or with an eTA or e-Visa. If your country is not listed, you will likely need to apply for a Ukraine tourist visa in advance at an embassy or consulate.

Which countries can visit Ukraine without a visa?

81 countries can visit Ukraine without a visa in 2026, including: Albania, Andorra, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia. Use Earth Visa to check whether your specific passport grants visa-free access to Ukraine.

How do I apply for a Ukraine tourist visa?

If your nationality is not eligible for visa-free entry to Ukraine, you typically need to apply at a Ukraine embassy or consulate in your home country. Requirements generally include:

  • Valid passport
  • Completed application form
  • Passport-sized photos
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of onward travel
  • Travel insurance
  • Proof of sufficient funds

Processing times and fees vary by nationality and visa category - see the visa types and fees on this page for the exact figures.

How long can I stay in Ukraine without a visa?

The maximum visa-free stay duration in Ukraine varies by nationality. Common allowances are 30, 60, or 90 days. See the visa-free country list above for specific stay durations per nationality.

By nationality

Ukraine Visa Guides by Nationality

Step-by-step Ukraine visa requirements, fees and document checklists for travellers from these countries. Nationalities in the access lists above link straight to their own guides.

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