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Australian passport ยท policy checked 11 Jul 2026
Visa-free
Nothing to arrange. Visa-free entry for tourism, private and business purposes up to 90 days, established by Presidential Decree No. 289/2020 dated 21 July 2020, effective 1 August 2020.
90
days
max stay per entry
0
visa fee
free entry
1
document
your valid passport
0
forms
no application, no appointment
Entering Ukraine on an Australian passport
- Travel with your valid Australian passport - no visa, no application.
Ukraine visa types
Tourist PurposeTouristdocuments
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Business PurposeBusinessdocuments
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Investment PurposeBusinessdocuments
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Transit Visa (B)Transitdocuments
One of the following: ยท or ยท or
- A national passport,
- Application form
- 1 photo
- recent, passport-sized, resembling applicant's travel document photo;
- Payment of consular fee.
- Proof of the applicantโs financial sufficiency
- Valid international
- Together with all items listed above the following documents, each hereinafter referred to as "the supporting document", related to the purpose of entry, must be submitted for visas (section โVisa typesโ).
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS APPLICABALE FOR EVERY VISA TYPE
valid for at least three months after the expiration date of the requested visa and having at least 2 blank visa designated pages, not to be issued more than 10 years ago. Copies of travel documents (PASSPORT) are not accepted;
(application form have to be filled on-line (please apply online at
visa.mfa.gov.ua โ (visa.mfa.gov.ua โ)
). After completing forms prompted to save the file in .pdf format. This file have to be printed and signed);
Money transfer receipt for visa fee and a copy of it (payment reference is applicants surname, separate payment should be done for each visa application);
for the intended period of stay and return to the country of origin, or transit to a third country, or the possibility to legally obtain sufficient financial means on the territory of Ukraine, as required by the Rules for proving financial sufficiency of foreigners and stateless persons for entry to Ukraine, stay on the territory of Ukraine, transit through the territory of Ukraine and departure from Ukraine, and establishment of the amount of such sufficiency, approved by the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine of 4 December 2013 no.884. When multi-entry visa is requested, financial sufficiency for the first planned visit to Ukraine shall be considered. Holders of diplomatic or service passport shall be exempt from this requirement;
travel or medical (health) insurance
. Valid health insurance with coverage of at least 30,000 EUR or equivalent in other currency, unless otherwise stipulated by legislation or international treaties of Ukraine. When multi-entry visa is requested, availability of health insurance valid for the first intended visit to Ukraine shall be considered. Holders of diplomatic or service passport shall be exempt from this requirement;
If you submit a child's passport, it should be accompanied by a joint request of both parents with signatures certified by JP, Police, Notary Public and copy of the childโs certificate of birth.
Please note: The Consular office has full authority to evaluate and request more documents than those submitted by the applicant. The latter is hereby informed that submitting the aforementioned documents does not guarantee automatic issuance of the visa.
Documents specific to Transit Visas
Visa for another country (if required) and tickets;
Document confirming that passengers/cargo are to transit through Ukraine by car/coach;
International carrier license issued by the relevant authority of a foreign state;
Please note that applicants might be asked for additional documents by Ukraineโs visa officers (e.g. return flight tickets and other documents confirming applicantsโ circumstances (to be defined by Ukraineโs visa officers of the relevant Embassy/Consulate General).
Type C Short-Stay Visa (Medical Treatment)Medicaldocuments
90 dayssingle entry5-10d processingvalid 180d
Issued for the purpose of receiving medical treatment in a Ukrainian healthcare institution for nationals of countries that require a visa.
Checklist filed by the visa centre as โMedical Treatment Purposeโ
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Requires an invitation/confirmation from a Ukrainian medical institution specifying the treatment and expected duration. If treatment exceeds 90 days, a Type D long-stay visa may be required instead.
Official page โType D Long-Stay Visa (Family Reunification)Family
365 daysmultiple entry5-15d processingvalid 365d
Long-stay national visa for foreign nationals joining a close family member (spouse, minor child, or dependent parent) who is a Ukrainian citizen or permanent resident.
The visa application centre publishes no document checklist for this type.
Requires proof of family relationship (marriage certificate, birth certificate, etc.) and that the Ukrainian-side family member is a citizen or permanent resident. After entry, must apply for a Temporary Residence Permit at DMSU.
Official page โType D Long-Stay Visa (Study)Student
365 daysmultiple entry5-15d processingvalid 365d
Long-stay national visa for foreigners admitted to accredited Ukrainian educational institutions, allowing entry for the purpose of study.
Requires an official invitation (vyzov) from the Ukrainian educational institution. After entry, must apply for a Temporary Residence Permit for the duration of studies. Permit valid for the duration of studies.
Official page โType D Long-Stay Visa (D-08/D-09 Representative Office Employee)Work
365 daysmultiple entry5-15d processingvalid 365d
Long-stay work visa for foreign employees of a registered representative office of a foreign company (D-08) or a foreign bank (D-09) in Ukraine. Unlike the general employment visa, eligibility is based on a Service Card issued to accredited representative-office staff rather than a work permit from the State Employment Service.
The D visa is a 90-day multiple-entry entry visa. Issued to foreign staff of representative offices of foreign business entities (D-08) or foreign banks (D-09) registered in Ukraine, based on a Service Card (sluzhbova kartka) issued by the Ministry of Economy rather than a State Employment Service work permit. After entry the holder obtains a Temporary Residence Permit valid for the accreditation period. Fee varies by nationality on a reciprocity basis.
Official page โType D Long-Stay Visa (Employment)Work
365 daysmultiple entry5-15d processingvalid 365d
Long-stay national visa for foreigners who have obtained a work permit in Ukraine, allowing entry for the purpose of employment under a labor contract.
Requires a valid work permit (labor permission) issued by the State Employment Service of Ukraine. After entry, the foreigner must apply to the State Migration Service (DMSU) for a Temporary Residence Permit, which is issued for the duration of the employment contract. Processing of the residence permit: 15 working days.
Official page โLong-Term One-Entry Visa (D)Otherdocuments
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Mass-Media PurposeOtherdocuments
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Official PurposeOtherdocuments
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Private PurposeOtherdocuments
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Religious PurposeOtherdocuments
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Diplomatic / Official / Service Visa (Type D)Diplomatic
multiple entry1-5d processingfree
Issued to holders of diplomatic, official, or service passports of countries that do not have a visa-free agreement covering such passport types with Ukraine.
Diplomatic visas are typically fee-exempt. Many countries have bilateral agreements with Ukraine exempting diplomatic/official/service passport holders from visa requirements entirely. Duration and validity are determined by the diplomatic mission's accreditation period.
Official page โType D Long-Stay Visa (D-01 Immigration / Permanent Residence)Other
multiple entry5-15d processing
Long-stay entry visa for foreigners who have already obtained an immigration permit from the State Migration Service, allowing entry to Ukraine to obtain a Permanent Residence Permit. Immigration permits cover spouses and close family of Ukrainian citizens, persons of Ukrainian origin, immigrant investors, highly qualified specialists needed by Ukraine, and other quota/non-quota categories.
The D-01 visa itself is a 90-day multiple-entry entry visa; it is issued only to holders of an immigration permit already granted by the State Migration Service (DMSU). After entry, the holder applies for a Permanent Residence Permit (indefinite). Immigration permits are quota-based, with separate non-quota categories for spouses/children of Ukrainian citizens, persons of Ukrainian origin, guardians, and foreign investors (USD 100,000+). This is the immigration / permanent-residence pathway, distinct from the 2-year temporary-residence investor route (D-12).
Official page โType D Long-Stay Visa (D-10 Volunteer / Cultural / Sports Activity)Other
365 daysmultiple entry5-15d processingvalid 365d
Long-stay visa for foreigners coming to Ukraine for volunteer work, or for cultural, educational, scientific, or sports programs, on the invitation of a Ukrainian state body or of an organisation that engages volunteers.
The D-10 visa is a 90-day multiple-entry entry visa. Requires a letter of invitation from a Ukrainian state body responsible for cultural, educational, scientific, sports or volunteer programs, or from a volunteer-engaging organisation listed on the Ministry of Social Policy website (accompanied by its state-registration certificate). After entry, a Temporary Residence Permit is obtained for the duration of the activity. Distinct legal ground from the religious/NGO/media/technical-assistance category above.
Official page โType D Long-Stay Visa (Foreign Investor)Investment
730 daysmultiple entry5-15d processingvalid 730d
Long-stay national visa for foreign nationals who are founders, participants, or beneficial owners of a Ukrainian legal entity with a minimum ownership share of EUR 100,000.
After entry on Type D visa, investor must apply to DMSU for a Temporary Residence Permit valid for 2 years (renewable). Minimum investment threshold: EUR 100,000 (at NBU exchange rate). Investment may be in monetary form, property, or securities. Government fee approximately UAH 1,140 (combined). Processing: 15 working days.
Official page โType D Long-Stay Visa (Religious Activity / NGO / Cultural / Scientific / Media)Other
365 daysmultiple entry5-15d processingvalid 365d
Long-stay national visa for foreigners conducting religious activities, working for non-governmental organizations, engaged in cultural or scientific exchange, or accredited as foreign media correspondents.
Category covers multiple sub-purposes: religious leaders/missionaries, foreign NGO staff, participants in technical assistance projects, cultural exchange programs, scientific research, and foreign media correspondents with accreditation. After entry, must apply for a Temporary Residence Permit for the relevant activity duration.
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Ukraine visa for Australian citizens - FAQ
Do Australian citizens need a visa for Ukraine?
No visa is required for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can Australian citizens stay in Ukraine?
Australian passport holders can stay in Ukraine for up to 90 days per entry under the current visa-free arrangement.
What documents do Australian citizens need for Ukraine?
A valid passport is all Australian citizens need for a short visa-free visit (up to 90 days). If you apply for a longer-stay visa, Earth Visa lists the full required documents per visa category from the official visa application centre.
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