🇺🇦Ukraine Visa for Ethiopian Citizens2026 Requirements, Fees & Documents

Visa required

Ethiopian passport holders need a visa to enter Ukraine. Apply at a Ukraine embassy or consulate, or the official visa portal, before travelling.

How Ethiopian citizens apply for a Ukraine visa

Ukraine visa cost for Ethiopian citizens

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

USD 20

30 days, single entryofficial source
mfa.gov.ua ↗

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

USD 30

30 days, double entryofficial source
mfa.gov.ua ↗

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

USD 65

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

Applications are handled via VFS Global — service fee approx. INR 2970, varies by centre.

Fees checked 2 Jul 2026 · sourced from official government fee schedules

Documents required for Ethiopian applicants

The exact documents Ethiopian citizens must submit for Ukraine, by visa type, from the official visa application centre.

studentCultural / Educational / Scientific / Sport / Volunteer

- signed visa application form; - applicant’s valid passport/travel document; - 1 applicant’s photo (35 * 45 mm); - residence documents – valid residence permits/equivalents (in cases where applicants reside in a country that is different from the country of their nationality/citizenship); - proof that the applicant is a holder of (or is entitled to benefit from) a valid medical/travel insurance policy to cover Ukraine and the period of stay (the policy should provide a minimum of €30 000 or equivalent coverage); - proof of sufficient funds to cover the costs of stay (e.g. bank statement for 2 recent months, cash in Ukrainian hryvnia/other convertible currency, bank cards along with current/savings account balance statements provided the bank cards can be cashed in Ukraine, hotel/accommodation booking, letter from the applicant’s employer/sponsor confirming their coverage of applicant’s expenses in Ukraine, a return/transit ticket etc); - proof that the applicant’s main purpose of journey to Ukraine is tourism (hotel/accommodation booking(s), programme of stay, information on the tour(s) and the tour(s’) timeframes, tourist agency details, transfer details, sightseeing information etc.). Please note that applicants might be asked for additional documents by Ukraine’s visa officers (e.g. return flight tickets and other documents confirming applicants’ circumstances (to be defined by Ukraine’s visa officers of the relevant Embassy/Consulate General).

otherOwner of property in Ukraine

- Completed and signed online Visa Application Form. Visa Application Forms of minors shall be submitted with signature of a parent or legal guardian - One Color passport size photograph – maximum 6 months old 35 mm x 45 mm - Original valid passport that is valid for at least three months after the stated date of departure from Ukraine; have at least two blank pages and has a validity period of no longer than 10 years - Valid Travel Health Insurance with coverage of 30,000 EUR covering emergency medical expenses, hospital treatment, repatriation for medical reasons or death. It must be valid in the whole Schengen area or worldwide Insurance should cover the period of stay and an extra 5 days in original plus copy. - Proof of applicant’s financial sufficiency for the intended period of stay and return to the country or origin. An account statement has to be issued for the last 3 months, with an approximate settlement of USD 45 x(number of days of stay + 5 extra days) in original form 3- month Current Bank Statement, stamped and signed by the Bank. If using company Statements certificates of Registration documents showing ownership. - Payment slips for consular fee, unless otherwise stipulated. (VFS to advise on mode and amount of payment) - Invitation letter from a legal person registered in Ukraine, presented on official letterhead and in original form - Proof of occupation - C01 should have document issued by the relevant regional/city state administration/bank confirming that the applicant has made an investment to Ukraine’s economy (C01 Business – Letter of invitation from a legal person) - Flight booking - Interviews will be conducted after submission of the visa application – Venue, time and date to be advised. Please note that applicants might be asked for additional documents by Ukraine’s visa officers (e.g. return flight tickets and other documents confirming applicants’ circumstances (to be defined by Ukraine’s visa officers of the relevant Embassy/Consulate General).

workWork at Ukraine’s company

- signed visa application form; - applicant’s valid passport/travel document; - 1 applicant’s photo (35 * 45 mm); - residence documents – valid residence permits/equivalents (in cases where applicants reside in a country that is different from the country of their nationality/citizenship); - proof that the applicant is a holder of (or is entitled to benefit from) a valid medical/travel insurance policy to cover Ukraine and the period of stay (the policy should provide a minimum of €30 000 or equivalent coverage); - proof of sufficient funds to cover the costs of stay (e.g. bank statement for 2 recent months, cash in Ukrainian hryvnia/other convertible currency, bank cards along with current/savings account balance statements provided the bank cards can be cashed in Ukraine, hotel/accommodation booking, letter from the applicant’s employer/sponsor confirming their coverage of applicant’s expenses in Ukraine, a return/transit ticket etc); - proof that the applicant’s main purpose of journey to Ukraine is tourism (hotel/accommodation booking(s), programme of stay, information on the tour(s) and the tour(s’) timeframes, tourist agency details, transfer details, sightseeing information etc.). Please note that applicants might be asked for additional documents by Ukraine’s visa officers (e.g. return flight tickets and other documents confirming applicants’ circumstances (to be defined by Ukraine’s visa officers of the relevant Embassy/Consulate General).

otherDiplomatic/Consular Missions and international organizations

- signed visa application form; - applicant’s valid passport/travel document; - 1 applicant’s photo (35 * 45 mm); - residence documents – valid residence permits/equivalents (in cases where applicants reside in a country that is different from the country of their nationality/citizenship); - proof that the applicant is a holder of (or is entitled to benefit from) a valid medical/travel insurance policy to cover Ukraine and the period of stay (the policy should provide a minimum of €30 000 or equivalent coverage); - proof of sufficient funds to cover the costs of stay (e.g. bank statement for 2 recent months, cash in Ukrainian hryvnia/other convertible currency, bank cards along with current/savings account balance statements provided the bank cards can be cashed in Ukraine, hotel/accommodation booking, letter from the applicant’s employer/sponsor confirming their coverage of applicant’s expenses in Ukraine, a return/transit ticket etc); - proof that the applicant’s main purpose of journey to Ukraine is tourism (hotel/accommodation booking(s), programme of stay, information on the tour(s) and the tour(s’) timeframes, tourist agency details, transfer details, sightseeing information etc.). Please note that applicants might be asked for additional documents by Ukraine’s visa officers (e.g. return flight tickets and other documents confirming applicants’ circumstances (to be defined by Ukraine’s visa officers of the relevant Embassy/Consulate General).

otherMass Media staff

- Completed and signed online Visa Application Form. Visa Application Forms of minors shall be submitted with signature of a parent or legal guardian - One Color passport size photograph – maximum 6 months old 35 mm x 45 mm - Original valid passport that is valid for at least three months after the stated date of departure from Ukraine; have at least two blank pages and has a validity period of no longer than 10 years - residence documents – valid residence permits/equivalents (in cases where applicants reside in a country that is different from the country of their nationality/citizenship); - Valid Travel Health Insurance with coverage of 30,000 EUR covering emergency medical expenses, hospital treatment, repatriation for medical reasons or death. It must be valid in the whole Schengen area or worldwide . Insurance should cover the period of stay and an extra 5 days in original plus copy. - Proof of applicant’s financial sufficiency for the intended period of stay and return to the country or origin. An account statement has to be issued for the last 3 months, with an approximate settlement of USD 45 x(number of days of stay + 5 extra days) in original form 3- month Current Bank Statement, stamped and signed by the Bank. If using company Statements certificates of Registration documents showing ownership. - Payment slips for consular fee, unless otherwise stipulated. (VFS to advise on mode and amount of payment) - Invitation letter from a legal person registered in Ukraine, presented on official letterhead and in original form - Proof of occupation - C01 should have document issued by the relevant regional/city state administration/bank confirming that the applicant has made an investment to Ukraine’s economy (C01 Business – Letter of invitation from a legal person) - Flight booking - Interviews will be conducted after submission of the visa application – Venue, time and date to be advised. Please note that applicants might be asked for additional documents by Ukraine’s visa officers (e.g. return flight tickets and other documents confirming applicants’ circumstances (to be defined by Ukraine’s visa officers of the relevant Embassy/Consulate General).

touristTourism

- Completed and signed online Visa Application Form. Visa Application. Forms of minors shall be submitted with signature of a parent or legal guardian. - One Color passport size photograph – maximum 6 months old 35 mm x 45 mm - Original valid passport that is valid for at least three months after the stated date of departure from Ukraine; have at least two blank pages and has a validity period of no longer than 10 years - Valid Travel Health Insurance with coverage of 30,000 EUR covering emergency medical expenses, hospital treatment, repatriation for medical reasons or death. It must be valid in the whole Schengen area or worldwide. Insurance should cover the period of stay and an extra 5 days. - Original plus copy Proof of applicant’s financial sufficiency for the intended period of stay and return to the country or origin. An account statement has to be issued for the last 3 months, with an approximate settlement of USD 45 x(number of days of stay + 5 extra days) an original 3- month Current Bank Statement, stamped and signed by the Bank. If using company Statements certificates of Registration documents showing ownership. - Payment slips for consular fee, unless otherwise stipulated. (VFS to advise on mode and amount of payment) - Original Hotel Voucher - Proof of occupation - Flight and Hotel bookings - Interviews will be conducted after submission of the visa application – Venue, time and date to be advised Please note that applicants might be asked for additional documents by Ukraine’s visa officers (e.g. return flight tickets and other documents confirming applicants’ circumstances (to be defined by Ukraine’s visa officers of the relevant Embassy/Consulate General).

via VFS Global ↗

Ukraine visa for Ethiopian citizens — FAQ

Do Ethiopian citizens need a visa for Ukraine?

Ethiopian passport holders need a visa to enter Ukraine. Apply at a Ukraine embassy or consulate, or the official visa portal, before travelling.

What documents do Ethiopian citizens need for Ukraine?

A valid passport plus the Ukraine document checklist for your visa type — Earth Visa lists the full required documents per visa category from the official visa application centre.

How much does the Ukraine visa cost for Ethiopian citizens?

The Ukraine e-visa (single entry, 30-day validity) fee is USD 20. Applications through VFS Global carry an additional service fee of about INR 2970.

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