Entering Estonia on a Ukrainian passport
- → Travel with just your valid Ukrainian passport. No visa or prior application needed.
- → See the exact document checklist for Ukrainian applicants — only needed if you apply for a longer-stay visa.
Estonia visa documents for Ukrainian applicants
No visa documents are needed for a short visit — Ukrainian citizens enter Estonia with just a valid passport. If you apply for a longer-stay visa, these are the exact documents required, by visa type, from the official visa application centre.
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It is mandatory to provide all of the documents listed below. Otherwise your visa might be refused. The absence of a required document might influence the decision of the Consul. The Embassy accepts documents in Estonian, Ukrainian, Russian, English. In case of Minor applicants the following documents are required: The application form should be signed by both representatives. In case the form is signed by one representative only, a written consent from the second representative should be attached. If a child’s application is submitted separately from the application of his/her parents, a notarized consent from the parents is required. If the Minor has only one guardian, then a document proving the same should be submitted (i.e. – death certificate, single parent certificate, etc.) Note that in case of minors, the birth certificate is a mandatory document. Without the Certificate, the minor’s documents will not be accepted for processing. In case of representative submitting the application – the application in some cases can be submitted by a representative: - By a close relative (parents, children, grandchildren, grandparents) – in this case documents proving the relationship should be provided. - By persons, travelling together – in case a group is travelling together for the purpose of tourism or family and friends visit, a member of such group can submit the documents for the whole group by providing a notarized consent. - In case travel purpose is Business – the application can be submitted by a person working in the same company in case an official authorisation form of the company sending the applicant to Estonia, Finland or Sweden is provided. - In case of a cultural/sport travel purpose – the application can be submitted with an official authorization form of the organization sending the applicant (i.e. sport club, cultural establishment, etc.) by a member of the same organization. The authorization form should always contain full information of the applicants. Visa application Form The Visa application form should be filled with latin alphabet on eelviisataotlus.vm.ee (eelviisataotlus.vm.ee ↗). After filling, the form needs to be printed and signed in two places (p.37 and the end of the form). A photo should be attached to the Form. Photograph (one) - Colored one with the light background with the dimensions of 35 x 45 mm; - Photo should be made not earlier than 6 months before documents submission; - Face image should occupy 70-80% of the photo. - The photo should be glued at the Application form. Passport - The passport must be valid three (3) months after the end of a proposed visa duration - The passport must be issued less than ten (10) years ago before the planned date of leaving the Schengen area. - There should be at least two (2) empty pages available in the passport titled “Visas” - A copy of the passport’s biopage is also required. Insurance - The travel insurance should cover all the expenses that might arise from repatriation due to medical reasons, first aid, emergency hospitalization or death during the stay in the Schengen area. - It should be valid in all member states of the Schengen area and cover the complete duration of stay. - The minimum insurance amount should be 30 000 Euro Work certificate All employed applicants should provide an employment proof (original). It has to contain the following information: - Applicant’s position - Date of employment and, if applicable, date of contract termination. - Salary amount for the past 3 months. Persons who are on maternity leave should also provide documents proving sufficient funds that can be one of the following: - A letter from the sponsor and proof of the sponsor having sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) The letter from the sponsor (dated and signed) should contain the following information: - name, surname, patronymic and the contact details of the sponsor; - the connection between the sponsor and the applicant - dates of travel and destination - list of expenses, covered by the sponsor. - A bank receipt showing the bank operations during the past 3 months - Other documents proving sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) Individual entrepreneurs instead should provide: - Entity registration proof (copy and original) - Bank account statements Students instead of employment proof should provide: - A student card (copy and original) or a letter from the educational establishment) - Documents proving sufficient funds for travelling that can be one of the following: - A letter from the sponsor and proof of the sponsor having sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) The letter from the sponsor (dated and signed) should contain the following information: - name, surname, patronymic and the contact details of the sponsor; - the connection between the sponsor and the applicant - dates of travel and destination - list of expenses, covered by the sponsor. - A bank receipt showing the bank operations during the past 3 months - Other documents proving sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) Pensioners instead of employment proof provide the following: - Pensioner’s certificate - Documents proving sufficient funds for travelling that can be one of the following: - A letter from the sponsor and proof of the sponsor having sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) The letter from the sponsor (dated and signed) should contain the following information: - name, surname, patronymic and the contact details of the sponsor; - the connection between the sponsor and the applicant - dates of travel and destination - list of expenses, covered by the sponsor. - A bank receipt showing the bank operations during the past 3 months - Other documents proving sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) Other unemployed applicants instead of employment proof should provide: - Documents, proving their connection with Ukrainian (i.e. – marriage certificate, birth certificate, close relative’s death certificate, real estate ownership proof); - The copy of the labor book with personal details and employment details for the past 3 years. - Documents proving sufficient funds for travelling that can be one of the following: - A letter from the sponsor and proof of the sponsor having sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) The letter from the sponsor (dated and signed) should contain the following information: - name, surname, patronymic and the contact details of the sponsor; - the connection between the sponsor and the applicant - dates of travel and destination - list of expenses, covered by the sponsor. - A bank receipt showing the bank operations during the past 3 months - Traveller’s cheques - Other documents proving sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) Private invitation A letter from the inviting party mentioning the following: - Details of the inviting person – name, surname, ID personal code - Details of the invited person – name, surname Date of Birth - Relationship (i.e. – mother, father, son, daughter, cousin) or any other relationship (friend, classmate, etc.) - In case the persons are related (parents, children, grandchildren, grandparents), the Embassy advices to submit documents proving the relationship (marriage/birth certificate) - Dates and duration of the trip(s). If the invitation is for multiple trips, then specific dates of the first trip should be mentioned. - Precise address of residence during the stay in Estonia The private invitation can be handwritten or printed. The invitation can be submitted in original form as well as printed from fax / e-mail, scanned and printed. Invitations received y telegram are also acceptable. The inviting person’s passport copy or ID copy, or copy of the residence permit (both sides if in card form), in case the inviting person is not a citizen of Estonia , are to be submitted along with the application. Please note! Name and surname of the inviting person mentioned in p.31 of the Application Form should be identical to the ID document. Transport - If the applicant is travelling by public transport – tickets or ticket bookings to Estonia and back. The bookings should be valid during the complete period of the visa issuing process. - If the applicant is travelling by personal transport – Copy of driver’s license and car registration. If the car does not belong to the applicant or the driver is another person, then additional documents have to be provided that will prove the right of the applicant to drive the car. (i.e. the consent of the owner to drive the car to Estonia and back combined with a copy of the owner’s driver’s license and visa) - If the applicant is travelling by contractual transport – copy of the contract, copy of the driver’s license and copy of the vehicle registration. - Other transport – documents proving the applicant’s rights to operate the vehicle If the applicant is applying for a multiple entry visa, the transport documents covering only the first trip are sufficient. If the applicant for some reason cannot provide transport documents, an explanatory note should be submitted. It should mention the transportation type and the reasons why supporting documents cannot be provided. The Embassy, however, has the right to request additional documents, proving the transportation availability to Estonia and back, especially if the applicant states that he/she is not sure about the travel dates or the bookings for a specific flight/trip are not yet open Accommodation Documents proving the accommodation: - Paid hotel confirmation, rental agreement or any other document that proves the reserved place of stay. If the applicant is requesting a multiple entry visa – then the accommodation documents for the first trip only are sufficient. If the application is submitted by an accredited Travel Agency, then a contract between the applicant and the Travel agency should be provided.
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It is mandatory to provide all of the documents listed below. Otherwise your visa might be refused. The absence of a required document might influence the decision of the Consul. The Embassy accepts documents in Estonian, Ukrainian, Russian, English. In case of Minor applicants the following documents are required The application form should be signed by both representatives. In case the form is signed by one representative only, a written consent from the second representative should be attached. If a child’s application is submitted separately from the application of his/her parents, a notarized consent from the parents is required. If the Minor has only one guardian, then a document proving the same should be submitted (i.e. – death certificate, single parent certificate, etc.) Note that in case of minors, the birth certificate is a mandatory document. Without the Certificate, the minor’s documents will not be accepted for processing. In case of representative submitting the application – the application in some cases can be submitted by a representative: - By a close relative (parents, children, grandchildren, grandparents) – in this case documents proving the relationship should be provided. - By persons, travelling together – in case a group is travelling together for the purpose of tourism or family and friends visit, a member of such group can submit the documents for the whole group by providing a notarized consent. - In case travel purpose is Business – the application can be submitted by a person working in the same company in case an official authorization form of the company sending the applicant to Estonia, Finland or Sweden is provided. - In case of a cultural/sport travel purpose – the application can be submitted with an official authorization form of the organization sending the applicant (i.e. sport club, cultural establishment, etc.) by a member of the same organization. The authorization form should always contain full information of the applicants. Visa application Form The Visa application form should be filled with latin alphabet on eelviisataotlus.vm.ee (eelviisataotlus.vm.ee ↗). After filling, the form needs to be printed and signed in two places (p.37 and the end of the form). A photo should be attached to the Form. Photograph (one) - Colored one with the light background with the dimensions of 35 x 45 mm; - Photo should be made not earlier than 6 months before documents submission; - Face image should occupy 70-80% of the photo. - The photo should be glued at the Application form. - To know more about photo specifications click here. Passport - The passport must be valid three (3) months after the end of a proposed visa duration - The passport must be issued less than ten (10) years ago before the planned date of leaving the Schengen area. - There should be at least two (2) empty pages available in the passport titled “Visas” - A copy of the passport’s biopage is also required. Insurance - The travel insurance should cover all the expenses that might arise from repatriation due to medical reasons, first aid, emergency hospitalization or death during the stay in the Schengen area. - It should be valid in all member states of the Schengen area and cover the complete duration of stay. - The minimum insurance amount should be 30 000 Euro Work certificate All employed applicants should provide an employment proof (original). It has to contain the following information: - Applicant’s position - Date of employment and, if applicable, date of contract termination. - Salary amount for the past 3 months. Persons who are on maternity leave should also provide documents proving sufficient funds that can be one of the following: - A letter from the sponsor and proof of the sponsor having sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) The letter from the sponsor (dated and signed) should contain the following information: - name, surname, patronymic and the contact details of the sponsor; - the connection between the sponsor and the applicant - dates of travel and destination - list of expenses, covered by the sponsor. - A bank receipt showing the bank operations during the past 3 months - Other documents proving sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) Individual entrepreneurs instead should provide: - Entity registration proof (copy and original) - Bank account statements Students instead of employment proof should provide: - A student card (copy and original) or a letter from the educational establishment) - Documents proving sufficient funds for travelling that can be one of the following: - A letter from the sponsor and proof of the sponsor having sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) The letter from the sponsor (dated and signed) should contain the following information: - name, surname, patronymic and the contact details of the sponsor; - the connection between the sponsor and the applicant - dates of travel and destination - list of expenses, covered by the sponsor. - A bank receipt showing the bank operations during the past 3 months - Other documents proving sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) Pensioners instead of employment proof provide the following: - Pensioner’s certificate - Documents proving sufficient funds for travelling that can be one of the following: - A letter from the sponsor and proof of the sponsor having sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) The letter from the sponsor (dated and signed) should contain the following information: - name, surname, patronymic and the contact details of the sponsor; - the connection between the sponsor and the applicant - dates of travel and destination - list of expenses, covered by the sponsor. - A bank receipt showing the bank operations during the past 3 months - Other documents proving sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) Other unemployed applicants instead of employment proof should provide: - Documents, proving their connection with Ukraine (i.e. – marriage certificate, birth certificate, close relative’s death certificate, real estate ownership proof); - The copy of the labor book with personal details and employment details for the past 3 years. - Documents proving sufficient funds for travelling that can be one of the following: - A letter from the sponsor and proof of the sponsor having sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) The letter from the sponsor (dated and signed) should contain the following information: - name, surname, patronymic and the contact details of the sponsor; - the connection between the sponsor and the applicant - dates of travel and destination - list of expenses, covered by the sponsor. - A bank receipt showing the bank operations during the past 3 months - Other documents proving sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.)
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It is mandatory to provide all of the documents listed below. Otherwise your visa might be refused. The absence of a required document might influence the decision of the Consul. The Embassy accepts documents in Estonian, Ukrainian, Russian, English. In case of Minor applicants the following documents are required: The application form should be signed by both representatives. In case the form is signed by one representative only, a written consent from the second representative should be attached. If a child’s application is submitted separately from the application of his/her parents, a notarized consent from the parents is required. If the Minor has only one guardian, then a document proving the same should be submitted (i.e. – death certificate, single parent certificate, etc.) Note that in case of minors, the birth certificate is a mandatory document. Without the Certificate, the minor’s documents will not be accepted for processing. In case of representative submitting the application – the application in some cases can be submitted by a representative: - By a close relative (parents, children, grandchildren, grandparents) – in this case documents proving the relationship should be provided. - By persons, travelling together – in case a group is travelling together for the purpose of tourism or family and friends visit, a member of such group can submit the documents for the whole group by providing a notarized consent. - In case travel purpose is Business – the application can be submitted by a person working in the same company in case an official authorisation form of the company sending the applicant to Estonia, Finland or Sweden is provided. - In case of a cultural/sport travel purpose – the application can be submitted with an official authorization form of the organization sending the applicant (i.e. sport club, cultural establishment, etc.) by a member of the same organization. The authorization form should always contain full information of the applicants. Visa application Form The Visa application form should be filled with latin alphabet on eelviisataotlus.vm.ee (eelviisataotlus.vm.ee ↗). After filling, the form needs to be printed and signed in two places (p.37 and the end of the form). A photo should be attached to the Form. Photograph (one) - Colored one with the light background with the dimensions of 35 x 45 mm; - Photo should be made not earlier than 6 months before documents submission; - Face image should occupy 70-80% of the photo. - The photo should be glued at the Application form. - To know more about photo specifications click here (PDF checklist ↗) . Passport - The passport must be valid three (3) months after the end of a proposed visa duration - The passport must be issued less than ten (10) years ago before the planned date of leaving the Schengen area. - There should be at least two (2) empty pages available in the passport titled “Visas” - A copy of the passport’s biopage is also required. Insurance - The travel insurance should cover all the expenses that might arise from repatriation due to medical reasons, first aid, emergency hospitalization or death during the stay in the Schengen area. - It should be valid in all member states of the Schengen area and cover the complete duration of stay. - The minimum insurance amount should be 30 000 Euro Work certificate All employed applicants should provide an employment proof (original). It has to contain the following information: - Applicant’s position - Date of employment and , if applicable, date of contract termination. - Salary amount for the past 3 months. Persons who are on maternity leave should also provide documents proving sufficient funds that can be one of the following: - A letter from the sponsor and proof of the sponsor having sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) The letter from the sponsor (dated and signed) should contain the following information: - name, surname, patronymic and the contact details of the sponsor; - the connection between the sponsor and the applicant - dates of travel and destination - list of expenses, covered by the sponsor. - A bank receipt showing the bank operations during the past 3 months - Other documents proving sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) Individual entrepreneurs instead should provide: - Entity registration proof (copy and original) - Bank account statements Students instead of employment proof should provide: - A student card (copy and original) or a letter from the educational establishment) - Documents proving sufficient funds for travelling that can be one of the following: - A letter from the sponsor and proof of the sponsor having sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) The letter from the sponsor (dated and signed) should contain the following information: - name, surname, patronymic and the contact details of the sponsor; - the connection between the sponsor and the applicant - dates of travel and destination - list of expenses, covered by the sponsor. - A bank receipt showing the bank operations during the past 3 months - Other documents proving sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) Pensioners instead of employment proof provide the following: - Pensioner’s certificate - Documents proving sufficient funds for travelling that can be one of the following: - A letter from the sponsor and proof of the sponsor having sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) The letter from the sponsor (dated and signed) should contain the following information: - name, surname, patronymic and the contact details of the sponsor; - the connection between the sponsor and the applicant - dates of travel and destination - list of expenses, covered by the sponsor. - A bank receipt showing the bank operations during the past 3 months - Other documents proving sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) Other unemployed applicants instead of employment proof should provide: - Documents, proving their connection with Ukraine (i.e. – marriage certificate, birth certificate, close relative’s death certificate, real estate ownership proof); - The copy of the labor book with personal details and employment details for the past 3 years. - Documents proving sufficient funds for travelling that can be one of the following: - A letter from the sponsor and proof of the sponsor having sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) The letter from the sponsor (dated and signed) should contain the following information: - name, surname, patronymic and the contact details of the sponsor; - the connection between the sponsor and the applicant - dates of travel and destination - list of expenses, covered by the sponsor. - A bank receipt showing the bank operations during the past 3 months - Other documents proving sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) Private invitation A letter from the inviting party mentioning the following: - Details of the inviting person – name, surname, ID personal code - Details of the invited person – name, surname Date of Birth - Relationship (i.e. – mother, father, son, daughter, cousin) or any other relationship (friend, classmate, etc.) - In case the persons are related (parents, children, grandchildren, grandparents), the Embassy advices to submit documents proving the relationship (marriage/birth certificate) - Dates and duration of the trip(s). If the invitation is for multiple trips, then specific dates of the first trip should be mentioned. - Precise address of residence during the stay in Estonia The private invitation can be handwritten or printed. The invitation can be submitted in original form as well as printed from fax / e-mail, scanned and printed. Invitations received y telegram are also acceptable. The inviting person’s passport copy or ID copy, in case he/she is an Estonian/Swedish/Finnish citizen, or copy of the residence permit (both sides if in card form), in case the inviting person is not a citizen of Estonia, are to be submitted along with the application. Please note! Name and surname of the inviting person mentioned in p.31 of the Application Form should be identical to the ID document Transport - If the applicant is travelling by public transport – tickets or ticket bookings to Estonia and back. The bookings should be valid during the complete period of the visa issuing process. - If the applicant is travelling by personal transport – Copy of driver’s license and car registration. If the car does not belong to the applicant or the driver is another person, then additional documents have to be provided that will prove the right of the applicant to drive the car. (i.e. the consent of the owner to drive the car to Estonia and back combined with a copy of the owner’s driver’s license and visa) - If the applicant is travelling by contractual transport – copy of the contract, copy of the driver’s license and copy of the vehicle registration. - Other transport – documents proving the applicant’s rights to operate the vehicle If the applicant is applying for a multiple entry visa, the transport documents covering only the first trip are sufficient. If the applicant for some reason cannot provide transport documents, an explanatory note should be submitted. It should mention the transportation type and the reasons why supporting documents cannot be provided. The Embassy, however, has the right to request additional documents, proving the transportation availability to Estonia and back, especially if the applicant states that he/she is not sure about the travel dates or the bookings for a specific flight/trip are not yet open Accommodation A document proving the accommodation (if accommodation is not organized by the medical institution) – paid or partially paid hotelconfirmation, rent agreement or any other document proving the accommodation. If the inviting party organizes accommodation, then the following details are needed to be included into the invitation: precise address of the place of stay (hotel, hostel, apartment) as well as the precise dates when the accommodation will be organized by the Inviting party. If the invitation includes several trips, then the details of the first trip should be provided. Please note! Regardless of which accommodation proving document is provided it is mandatory to enter the actual address in Estonia in p.31 of the Visa Application Form. Additional Documents - Confirmation from the medical establishment, proving the necessity of medical attention; - Confirmation of possessing sufficient funds for treatment, prepayments of medical bills
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- a valid travel document, which is issued within previous 10 years, contains at least two blank pages for visas and is valid at least 3 months after the expiration date of the visa; - electronically filled d-visa application form, printed and signed; - one photo (size 35×45 mm); - an insurance policy valid for Estonia or for the Schengen area with a coverage of at least 30.000 EUR for the entire duration of stay; - documents indicating the purpose of journey, e.g. confirmation letter from the host or documents proving that applicant is going to work in Estonia (confirmation from the employer, registration of short-term employment). During the examination of an application, a consular officer may request additional documents. - any information, which supports an applicant intention to leave the Schengen area before the expiry of the visa; - documents proving the sufficient means of subsistence for the duration of the intended stay and for the return to the country of origin or residence; - visa fee (if applicable) - at the time of submission of the application, biometrical data – 10 fingerprints of the applicant is collected; children under the age of 12 and persons for whom fingerprinting is physically impossible shall be exempt from the requirement to give fingerprints;
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- a valid travel document, which is issued within previous 10 years, contains at least two blank pages for visas and is valid at least 3 months after the expiration date of the visa; - electronically filled d-visa application form, printed and signed; - one photo (size 35×45 mm); - an insurance policy valid for Estonia or for the Schengen area with a coverage of at least 30.000 EUR for the entire duration of stay; - any information, which supports an applicant intention to leave the Schengen area before the expiry of the visa; - documents proving the sufficient means of subsistence for the duration of the intended stay and for the return to the country of origin or residence; - visa fee (if applicable) - at the time of submission of the application, biometrical data – 10 fingerprints of the applicant is collected; children under the age of 12 and persons for whom fingerprinting is physically impossible shall be exempt from the requirement to give fingerprints; When applying for a visa for the purpose of remote working, the applicant has to submit additionally: - documents proving that the applicant’s work does not depend on location and he/she can use telecommunication technology for performing his/her duties as telework; - documents proving that the applicant continues working for an employer registered in a foreign country with whom he/she has a contractual relationship, or business activities for a company registered in a foreign country in which he/she has holdings, or providing services mainly to customers whose place of business is in a foreign country and with whom he/she has a contractual relationship; - documents proving the applicant’s legal income during six months before the submission of the application and showing the size, regularity and sources of the income; - description of studies and job history (CV). When applying for a visa for teleworking, the following proof of the facts regarding teleworking shall be submitted: - a written explanation by the applicant regarding the intention to use the visa for teleworking - a written confirmation by the employer stating that it is possible for the applicant to perform their work duties in the form of teleworking - an employment contract or another contract under the law of obligations - a certificate issued by a competent authority of the applicant’s country of location in proof of the payment of state taxes, local taxes or social security contributions mandatory in the applicant’s country of location - a certificate issued by a competent authority of the company’s country of registered office, indicating the name, registered office and area of activity of the company, the applicant’s holdings in the company and details of the legal representatives of the company - a certificate issued by a competent authority of the company’s country of registered office in proof of the payment of state taxes, local taxes or social security contributions mandatory in the company’s country of registered office and on the absence of tax arrears. - any other documents.
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It is mandatory to provide all of the documents listed below. Otherwise your visa might be refused. The absence of a required document might influence the decision of the Consul. The Embassy accepts documents in Estonian, Ukrainian, Russian, English. In case of Minor applicants the following documents are required: The application form should be signed by both representatives. In case the form is signed by one representative only, a written consent from the second representative should be attached. If a child’s application is submitted separately from the application of his/her parents, a notarized consent from the parents is required. If the Minor has only one guardian, then a document proving the same should be submitted (i.e. – death certificate, single parent certificate, etc.) Note that in case of minors, the birth certificate is a mandatory document. Without the Certificate, the minor’s documents will not be accepted for processing. In case of representative submitting the application – the application in some cases can be submitted by a representative: - By a close relative (parents, children, grandchildren, grandparents) – in this case documents proving the relationship should be provided. - By persons, travelling together – in case a group is travelling together for the purpose of tourism or family and friends visit, a member of such group can submit the documents for the whole group by providing a notarized consent. - In case travel purpose is Business – the application can be submitted by a person working in the same company in case an official authorisation form of the company sending the applicant to Estonia, Finland or Sweden is provided. - In case of a cultural/sport travel purpose – the application can be submitted with an official authorization form of the organization sending the applicant (i.e. sport club, cultural establishment, etc.) by a member of the same organization. The authorization form should always contain full information of the applicants. Visa application Form The Visa application form should be filled with latin alphabet on eelviisataotlus.vm.ee (eelviisataotlus.vm.ee ↗). After filling, the form needs to be printed and signed in two places (p.37 and the end of the form). A photo should be attached to the Form. Photograph (one) - Colored one with the light background with the dimensions of 35 x 45 mm; - Photo should be made not earlier than 6 months before documents submission; - Face image should occupy 70-80% of the photo. - The photo should be glued at the Application form. Passport - The passport must be valid three (3) months after the end of a proposed visa duration - The passport must be issued less than ten (10) years ago before the planned date of leaving the Schengen area. - There should be at least two (2) empty pages available in the passport titled “Visas” - A copy of the passport’s biopage is also required. Insurance - The travel insurance should cover all the expenses that might arise from repatriation due to medical reasons, first aid, emergency hospitalization or death during the stay in the Schengen area. - It should be valid in all member states of the Schengen area and cover the complete duration of stay. - The minimum insurance amount should be 30 000 Euro Work certificate All employed applicants should provide an employment proof (original). It has to contain the following information: - Applicant’s position - Date of employment and, if applicable, date of contract termination. - Salary amount for the past 3 months. Persons who are on maternity leave should also provide documents proving sufficient funds that can be one of the following: - A letter from the sponsor and proof of the sponsor having sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) The letter from the sponsor (dated and signed) should contain the following information: - name, surname, patronymic and the contact details of the sponsor; - the connection between the sponsor and the applicant - dates of travel and destination - list of expenses, covered by the sponsor. - A bank receipt showing the bank operations during the past 3 months - Other documents proving sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) Individual entrepreneurs instead should provide: - Entity registration proof (copy and original) - Bank account statements Students instead of employment proof should provide: - A student card (copy and original) or a letter from the educational establishment) - Documents proving sufficient funds for travelling that can be one of the following: - A letter from the sponsor and proof of the sponsor having sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) The letter from the sponsor (dated and signed) should contain the following information: - name, surname, patronymic and the contact details of the sponsor; - the connection between the sponsor and the applicant - dates of travel and destination - list of expenses, covered by the sponsor. - A bank receipt showing the bank operations during the past 3 months - Other documents proving sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) Pensioners instead of employment proof provide the following: - Pensioner’s certificate - Documents proving sufficient funds for travelling that can be one of the following: - A letter from the sponsor and proof of the sponsor having sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) The letter from the sponsor (dated and signed) should contain the following information: - name, surname, patronymic and the contact details of the sponsor; - the connection between the sponsor and the applicant - dates of travel and destination - list of expenses, covered by the sponsor. - A bank receipt showing the bank operations during the past 3 months - Other documents proving sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) Other unemployed applicants instead of employment proof should provide: - Documents, proving their connection with Ukrainian (i.e. – marriage certificate, birth certificate, close relative’s death certificate, real estate ownership proof); - The copy of the labor book with personal details and employment details for the past 3 years. - Documents proving sufficient funds for travelling that can be one of the following: - A letter from the sponsor and proof of the sponsor having sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) The letter from the sponsor (dated and signed) should contain the following information: - name, surname, patronymic and the contact details of the sponsor; - the connection between the sponsor and the applicant - dates of travel and destination - list of expenses, covered by the sponsor. - A bank receipt showing the bank operations during the past 3 months - Traveller’s cheques - Other documents proving sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) Private invitation A letter from the inviting party mentioning the following: - Details of the inviting person – name, surname, ID personal code - Details of the invited person – name, surname Date of Birth - Relationship (i.e. – mother, father, son, daughter, cousin) or any other relationship (friend, classmate, etc.) - In case the persons are related (parents, children, grandchildren, grandparents), the Embassy advices to submit documents proving the relationship (marriage/birth certificate) - Dates and duration of the trip(s). If the invitation is for multiple trips, then specific dates of the first trip should be mentioned. - Precise address of residence during the stay in Estonia The private invitation can be handwritten or printed. The invitation can be submitted in original form as well as printed from fax / e-mail, scanned and printed. Invitations received y telegram are also acceptable. The inviting person’s passport copy or ID copy, or copy of the residence permit (both sides if in card form), in case the inviting person is not a citizen of Estonia , are to be submitted along with the application. Please note! Name and surname of the inviting person mentioned in p.31 of the Application Form should be identical to the ID document. Transport - If the applicant is travelling by public transport – tickets or ticket bookings to Estonia and back. The bookings should be valid during the complete period of the visa issuing process. - If the applicant is travelling by personal transport – Copy of driver’s license and car registration. If the car does not belong to the applicant or the driver is another person, then additional documents have to be provided that will prove the right of the applicant to drive the car. (i.e. the consent of the owner to drive the car to Estonia and back combined with a copy of the owner’s driver’s license and visa) - If the applicant is travelling by contractual transport – copy of the contract, copy of the driver’s license and copy of the vehicle registration. - Other transport – documents proving the applicant’s rights to operate the vehicle If the applicant is applying for a multiple entry visa, the transport documents covering only the first trip are sufficient. If the applicant for some reason cannot provide transport documents, an explanatory note should be submitted. It should mention the transportation type and the reasons why supporting documents cannot be provided. The Embassy, however, has the right to request additional documents, proving the transportation availability to Estonia and back, especially if the applicant states that he/she is not sure about the travel dates or the bookings for a specific flight/trip are not yet open Accommodation Documents proving the accommodation: - Paid hotel confirmation, rental agreement or any other document that proves the reserved place of stay. If the applicant is requesting a multiple entry visa – then the accommodation documents for the first trip only are sufficient. If the application is submitted by an accredited Travel Agency, then a contract between the applicant and the Travel agency should be provided.
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studentStudy in higher educational institutions / studying in school
- a valid travel document, which is issued within previous 10 years, contains at least two blank pages for visas and is valid at least 3 months after the expiration date of the visa; - electronically filled d-visa application form, printed and signed; - one photo (size 35×45 mm); - an insurance policy valid for Estonia or for the Schengen area with a coverage of at least 30.000 EUR for the entire duration of stay; - documents indicating the purpose of journey, e.g. confirmation letter from the host or documents proving that applicant is going to study in Estonia. During the examination of an application, a consular officer may request additional documents. - any information, which supports an applicant intention to leave the Schengen area before the expiry of the visa; - documents proving the sufficient means of subsistence for the duration of the intended stay and for the return to the country of origin or residence; - visa fee (if applicable) - at the time of submission of the application, biometrical data – 10 fingerprints of the applicant is collected; children under the age of 12 and persons for whom fingerprinting is physically impossible shall be exempt from the requirement to give fingerprints;
familyFamily members of the above categories (spouse, minor children)
- a valid travel document, which is issued within previous 10 years, contains at least two blank pages for visas and is valid at least 3 months after the expiration date of the visa; - electronically filled d-visa application form, printed and signed; - one photo (size 35×45 mm); - an insurance policy valid for Estonia or for the Schengen area with a coverage of at least 30.000 EUR for the entire duration of stay; - Copies of marriage and birth certificates need to be presented, can be in Ukrainian language. - In case of relatives provide the reasons why they need to live with their relatives in Estonia. - any information, which supports an applicant intention to leave the Schengen area before the expiry of the visa; - documents proving the sufficient means of subsistence for the duration of the intended stay and for the return to the country of origin or residence; - visa fee (if applicable) - at the time of submission of the application, biometrical data – 10 fingerprints of the applicant is collected; children under the age of 12 and persons for whom fingerprinting is physically impossible shall be exempt from the requirement to give fingerprints;
studentCultural/Scientific/Arts activities
It is mandatory to provide all of the documents listed below. Otherwise your visa might be refused. The absence of a required document might influence the decision of the Consul. The Embassy accepts documents in Estonian, Ukrainian, Russian, English. In case of Minor applicants the following documents are required: The application form should be signed by both representatives. In case the form is signed by one representative only, a written consent from the second representative should be attached. If a child’s application is submitted separately from the application of his/her parents, a notarized consent from the parents is required. If the Minor has only one guardian, then a document proving the same should be submitted (i.e. – death certificate, single parent certificate, etc.) Note that in case of minors, the birth certificate is a mandatory document. Without the Certificate, the minor’s documents will not be accepted for processing. In case of representative submitting the application – the application in some cases can be submitted by a representative: - By a close relative (parents, children, grandchildren, grandparents) – in this case documents proving the relationship should be provided. - By persons, travelling together – in case a group is travelling together for the purpose of tourism or family and friends visit, a member of such group can submit the documents for the whole group by providing a notarized consent. - In case travel purpose is Business – the application can be submitted by a person working in the same company in case an official authorisation form of the company sending the applicant to Estonia, Finland or Sweden is provided. - In case of a cultural/sport travel purpose – the application can be submitted with an official authorization form of the organization sending the applicant (i.e. sport club, cultural establishment, etc.) by a member of the same organization. The authorization form should always contain full information of the applicants. Visa application Form The Visa application form should be filled with latin alphabet on eelviisataotlus.vm.ee (eelviisataotlus.vm.ee ↗). After filling, the form needs to be printed and signed in two places (p.37 and the end of the form). A photo should be attached to the Form. Photograph (one) - Colored one with the light background with the dimensions of 35 x 45 mm; - Photo should be made not earlier than 6 months before documents submission; - Face image should occupy 70-80% of the photo. - The photo should be glued at the Application form. - To know more about photo specifications click here. Passport - The passport must be valid three (3) months after the end of a proposed visa duration - The passport must be issued less than ten (10) years ago before the planned date of leaving the Schengen area. - There should be at least two (2) empty pages available in the passport titled “Visas” - A copy of the passport’s biopage is also required. Insurance - The travel insurance should cover all the expenses that might arise from repatriation due to medical reasons, first aid, emergency hospitalization or death during the stay in the Schengen area. - It should be valid in all member states of the Schengen area and cover the complete duration of stay. - The minimum insurance amount should be 30 000 Euro Work certificate All employed applicants should provide an employment proof (original). It has to contain the following information: - Applicant’s position - Date of employment and , if applicable, date of contract termination. - Salary amount for the past 3 months. Persons who are on maternity leave should also provide documents proving sufficient funds that can be one of the following: - A letter from the sponsor and proof of the sponsor having sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) The letter from the sponsor (dated and signed) should contain the following information: - name, surname, patronymic and the contact details of the sponsor; - the connection between the sponsor and the applicant - dates of travel and destination - list of expenses, covered by the sponsor. - A bank receipt showing the bank operations during the past 3 months - Other documents proving sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) Individual entrepreneurs instead should provide: - Entity registration proof (copy and original) - Bank account statements Students instead of employment proof should provide: - A student card (copy and original) or a letter from the educational establishment) - Documents proving sufficient funds for travelling that can be one of the following: - A letter from the sponsor and proof of the sponsor having sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) The letter from the sponsor (dated and signed) should contain the following information: - name, surname, patronymic and the contact details of the sponsor; - the connection between the sponsor and the applicant - dates of travel and destination - list of expenses, covered by the sponsor. - A bank receipt showing the bank operations during the past 3 months - Other documents proving sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) Pensioners instead of employment proof provide the following: - Pensioner’s certificate - Documents proving sufficient funds for travelling that can be one of the following: - A letter from the sponsor and proof of the sponsor having sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) The letter from the sponsor (dated and signed) should contain the following information: - name, surname, patronymic and the contact details of the sponsor; - the connection between the sponsor and the applicant - dates of travel and destination - list of expenses, covered by the sponsor. - A bank receipt showing the bank operations during the past 3 months - Other documents proving sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) Other unemployed applicants instead of employment proof should provide: - Documents, proving their connection with Ukraine (i.e. – marriage certificate, birth certificate, close relative’s death certificate, real estate ownership proof); - The copy of the labor book with personal details and employment details for the past 3 years. - Documents proving sufficient funds for travelling that can be one of the following: - A letter from the sponsor and proof of the sponsor having sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) The letter from the sponsor (dated and signed) should contain the following information: - name, surname, patronymic and the contact details of the sponsor; - the connection between the sponsor and the applicant - dates of travel and destination - list of expenses, covered by the sponsor. - A bank receipt showing the bank operations during the past 3 months - Travelers’ cheques - Other documents proving sufficient funds (i.e. – employment proof with specified salary, bank account receipts, real estate ownership proof, stock possession proof, etc.) Invitation An official letter from the inviting party that contains the following data:s - Personal details of the person(s) invited – name, surname, DOB - Purpose of travel - Duties of the invited person that will be carried out - A precise program (name, place and date/time) of the event or events the invited person will participate in. - Date and duration of the trip or trips. If the inviting party organizes accommodation, then the following details are needed: precise address of the place of stay (hotel, hostel, apartment) as well as the precise dates when the accommodation will be organized by the Inviting party. If the invitation includes several trips, then the details of the first trip should be provided. The invitation of a Company should be signed by an authorized representative. If the invitation has any additional pages – it should also be signed just as the main page. The invitation is valid for 2 months since the date of issuing and can be used only once by each of the invited persons. Please note – an invitation from an Estonian Entity should be submitted in original on paper as well as sent to the Embassy e-mail consular.minsk@mfa.ee (mailto:consular.minsk@mfa.ee) and be signed with a digital signature. For more details – please click here (minsk.vm.ee ↗). The printed confirmation of the sent mail should also be submitted along with the application. Letter from a Ukraine based company or organization Letter from a Ukraine based company or organization that is sending the applicant to Estonia mentioning the purpose and duration of travel as well as the duties the applicant will be carrying out (i.e. – musician, director, sportsman, coach, doctor, technical worker, accompanying person, etc.) Transport - If the applicant is travelling by public transport – tickets or ticket bookings to Estonia and back. The bookings should be valid during the complete period of the visa issuing process. - If the applicant is travelling by personal transport – Copy of driver’s license and car registration. If the car does not belong to the applicant or the driver is another person, then additional documents have to be provided that will prove the right of the applicant to drive the car. (i.e. the consent of the owner to drive the car to Estonia and back combined with a copy of the owner’s driver’s license and visa) - Other transport – documents proving the applicant’s rights to operate the vehicle If the applicant is applying for a multiple entry visa, the transport documents covering only the first trip are sufficient. If the applicant for some reason cannot provide transport documents, an explanatory note should be submitted. It should mention the transportation type and the reasons why supporting documents cannot be provided. The Embassy, however, has the right to request additional documents, proving the transportation availability to Estonia and back, especially if the applicant states that he/she is not sure about the travel dates or the bookings for a specific flight/trip are not yet open. Accommodation A document proving the accommodation (if accommodation is not organized by the inviting party) –hotel confirmation, rent agreement or any other document proving the accommodation. If the inviting party organizes accommodation, then the following details are needed: precise address of the place of stay (hotel, hostel, apartment) as well as the precise dates when the accommodation will be organized by the Inviting party. If the invitation includes several trips, then the details of the first trip should be provided Please note! Regardless of which accommodation proving document is provided it is mandatory to enter the actual address in Estonia in p.31 of the Visa Application Form.
Other Estonia visa categories (13)Hide other visa categories
These don't apply to a typical short visit, but cover other reasons people travel to Estonia. Eligibility varies by visa type — some are limited to specific nationalities, so check each one's conditions.
Long-Stay D Visa – Short-Term Employment
Allows a third-country national to enter Estonia to take up short-term paid employment with an Estonian employer for a period exceeding 90 days but not more than 365 days.
Fee EUR 120 (approx USD 130); children 6–11 EUR 60. Financial means requirement: EUR 1,320 one-time for short-term employment. Two consecutive D-visas cannot exceed 548 days within 730 consecutive days. Also allows up to 90 days travel in other Schengen states. Foreign documents require apostille/legalization and translation.
Apply here ↗Long-Stay D Visa – Seasonal Work
Permits third-country nationals to undertake seasonal agricultural or other seasonal work in Estonia for up to 365 days within a 12-month period.
Fee EUR 120. Financial means requirement: EUR 880 one-time for applicant; EUR 704 one-time for accompanying spouse. Separate from the standard work D-visa sub-category.
Apply here ↗Long-Stay D Visa – Studies
Enables third-country nationals to enter Estonia for study at an accredited institution (university, college, or other recognised programme) for periods exceeding 90 days.
Fee EUR 120. Financial means: EUR 880/month for student; accompanying spouse requires EUR 2,100/month. PhD students have reduced spouse requirement of EUR 704/month. Schengen travel allowed up to 90 days per 180 days.
Apply here ↗Long-Stay D Visa – Digital Nomad (Remote Work)
Allows remote workers employed by companies or clients outside Estonia to live and work in Estonia for up to one year.
Fee EUR 120. Financial means threshold: EUR 132/day (approximately EUR 3,960/month) per vm.ee D-visa table; program income benchmark is EUR 4,500/month (EUR 150/day) per e-resident.gov.ee. Applicant must be employed by or own a company registered outside Estonia, or freelance primarily for foreign clients. Application submitted at nearest Estonian Embassy. Processing up to 30 days.
Apply here ↗Long-Stay D Visa – Start-up Business
Permits founders of start-up companies with international growth potential to enter Estonia to establish and operate their business.
Fee EUR 120. Financial means: EUR 880/month for applicant; EUR 704/month for spouse. Typically a precursor to applying for Residence Permit for Start-up Entrepreneur. Expert committee evaluation required via Startup Estonia.
Apply here ↗Long-Stay D Visa – Working Holiday
Allows young adults from partner countries to stay in Estonia for up to 12 months, combining tourism with incidental employment.
Fee EUR 120. Available to citizens of Australia and New Zealand (ages 18–35) and Canada (ages 18–35) and Japan (ages 18–30). Bilateral working holiday agreements underpin eligibility. Primary purpose is holiday/travel; work is permitted incidentally.
Apply here ↗Long-Stay D Visa – Family Reunification / Other Purposes
Permits third-country nationals joining family members legally residing in Estonia, or other long-stay purposes not covered by other D-visa sub-categories.
Fee EUR 120. Financial means for 'other purposes': EUR 70/day for applicant and accompanying spouse; EUR 70/day per child. Covers family members of Estonian residents and other lawful long-stay purposes. Schengen travel up to 90/180 days also permitted.
Apply here ↗Schengen Visa – Diplomatic / Official Passport Holders
Visa issued (or exemption granted) for holders of diplomatic, service, or official passports of countries with bilateral agreements with Estonia/EU, for official travel.
Approximately 25 countries' diplomatic/service/official passport holders enter visa-free for up to 90 days per 180-day period under bilateral agreements. Includes Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus (biometric), Belize, Bolivia, Cabo Verde, Egypt, India, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Mongolia (biometric), Morocco, China, Philippines, Suriname, Tajikistan, Thailand, Tunisia, Turkmenistan, Turkey, Uzbekistan, Vietnam. Russia's diplomatic exemption is suspended per EU Council Decision (EU) 2022/333 of 25 February 2022. Georgia's diplomatic/service exemption also suspended as of 8 May 2025.
Apply here ↗Long-Stay D Visa – Start-up Employment
Allows a non-EU national to enter Estonia to take up employment at an officially recognised Estonian start-up company.
Fee EUR 120. Financial means: EUR 880 one-time for applicant; EUR 704 one-time for accompanying spouse. Intended for employees of start-up companies that have received a positive evaluation from the Ministry of Interior expert committee. Distinct from the start-up business D-visa (for founders).
Apply here ↗Temporary Residence Permit for Employment
Enables a non-EU/EEA national with a job offer from an Estonian employer to live and work in Estonia long-term, beyond the 12-month limit of the long-stay D visa.
State fee EUR 250 when applied for at a service point in Estonia, EUR 280 at a foreign representation (Estonian embassy). Issued for up to 5 years and extendable up to 10 years at a time. Covers many employment sub-categories (skilled workers, top specialists, experts, ICT, scientists, teachers, athletes, creative workers, posted/company employees, etc.). Most employment requires prior authorisation from the Estonian Unemployment Insurance Fund and, unless exempt (e.g. ICT, start-up, top specialists), counts against the annual immigration quota. Decision within 90 days; residence-permit card issued within 30 days after approval.
Apply here ↗EU Blue Card (Estonia)
Residence-and-work permit for highly qualified non-EU/EEA professionals with a higher-education qualification (or equivalent experience) and a qualifying salary who take up skilled employment in Estonia.
Highly-qualified employment residence permit issued under the (recast) EU Blue Card Directive and the Estonian Aliens Act. Requires a completed higher-education programme of at least 3 years (or at least 5 years of relevant professional experience) and a gross monthly salary of at least 1.5x the Estonian average (1.24x for shortage occupations such as ICT). Minimum employment contract 6 months; issued for the contract duration plus 3 months. Excluded from the annual immigration quota. State fee EUR 250 (in Estonia) / EUR 280 (abroad). Decision within 90 days. Also documented on the EU immigration portal: https://home-affairs.ec.europa.eu/policies/migration-and-asylum/eu-immigration-portal/eu-blue-card/eu-blue-card-estonia_en
Apply here ↗Temporary Residence Permit for Study
Allows a non-EU/EEA national admitted to an accredited Estonian school, vocational institution or university (bachelor's, master's or doctoral level) to reside in Estonia for the duration of study.
Issued for up to 5 years depending on the nominal duration of study. Decision within 90 days; residence-permit card issued within 30 days after approval. Standard temporary-residence-permit state fee applies (the study category is not separately priced on the official fee schedule). Students may work in Estonia without a separate work permit provided it does not interfere with their studies. The long-stay D visa for studies is used to enter Estonia while this residence permit covers the full study period.
Apply here ↗Temporary Residence Permit to Settle with a Spouse or Family Member
Family-reunification permit for the spouse, minor child or dependent close relative of an Estonian citizen or a foreigner residing in Estonia on the basis of a residence permit.
State fee EUR 115 when applied for at a service point in Estonia, EUR 145 at a foreign representation, when settling with a spouse or close relative. Issued for up to 5 years but not longer than the validity of the sponsor's residence permit; extendable up to 10 years at a time. The applicant must have legal income of at least twice the subsistence level and register their place of residence in the Population Register; the sponsoring family member submits a signed invitation. Decision within 90 days.
Apply here ↗Estonia visa for Ukrainian citizens — FAQ
Do Ukrainian citizens need a visa for Estonia?
No visa is required for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can Ukrainian citizens stay in Estonia?
Ukrainian passport holders can stay in Estonia for up to 90 days per entry under the current visa-free arrangement.
What documents do Ukrainian citizens need for Estonia?
A valid passport is all Ukrainian 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.
How much does the Estonia visa cost for Ukrainian citizens?
Nothing for a short visit — Ukrainian citizens enter Estonia visa-free for up to 90 days, so there is no visa fee. If you need a visa for a longer stay, the Estonia visa fee is EUR 35 for Ukrainian citizens under Estonia's nationality-based fee schedule. Applications through VFS Global carry an additional service fee that varies by country and application centre.
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