United Arab EmiratesUkraine
Emirati passport · policy checked 11 Jul 2026
Visa-free
Nothing to arrange. Visa-free entry up to 90 days.
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 Emirati passport
- Travel with your valid Emirati passport - no visa, no application.
Ukraine visa types
Private Visit - C-02Touristdocuments
Photo Specifications · <p> · <p>
- Must be an up to date photograph (not more than 6 months old)
- Must be a colour photograph printed on normal photographic paper
- Should be passport sized 3,5 х 4,5 сm
- Face should take 70-80% of the photograph
- The size of the face from the bottom of your chin to the hairline must be between 31mm and 36mm
- The background shall be plain and light coloured
- Without sunglasses
- Without hat or other head covering unless you wear this for religious reasons
- Spectacles should not have toned or reflecting glasses
- The frame of the spectacles may not cover the eyes
- The mouth must be closed
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A Photograph submitted with the application form should comply with the following specifications:
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Please note that photos that do not comply with these standards are not accepted.
Tourism - C-06Touristdocuments
Photo Specifications · <p> · <p>
- Must be an up to date photograph (not more than 6 months old)
- Must be a colour photograph printed on normal photographic paper
- Should be passport sized 3,5 х 4,5 сm
- Face should take 70-80% of the photograph
- The size of the face from the bottom of your chin to the hairline must be between 31mm and 36mm
- The background shall be plain and light coloured
- Without sunglasses
- Without hat or other head covering unless you wear this for religious reasons
- Spectacles should not have toned or reflecting glasses
- The frame of the spectacles may not cover the eyes
- The mouth must be closed
Travel insurance is mandatory for Ukraine. If you have not purchased, please click here (visa.vfsglobal.com ↗) for Travel Medical Insurance.
Ukrainian COVID-19 Insurance is mandatory for Ukraine. Please read Ukrainian Insurance Requirement (visa.vfsglobal.com ↗)
Customers can purchase the Ukrainian COVID-19 Cover from www.visitukraine.today (visitukraine.today ↗).
Download (PDF checklist ↗) Checklist for Ukraine Tourist Visa
A Photograph submitted with the application form should comply with the following specifications:
<img src="images.ctfassets.net ↗ />
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<img src="images.ctfassets.net ↗ />
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Please note that photos that do not comply with these standards are not accepted.
Business Visit - C-01Businessdocuments
Travel insurance is mandatory for Ukraine. If you have not purchased, please click here (visa.vfsglobal.com ↗) for Travel Medical Insurance.
Ukrainian COVID-19 Insurance is mandatory for Ukraine. Please read Ukrainian Insurance Requirement (visa.vfsglobal.com ↗)
Customers can purchase the Ukrainian COVID-19 Cover from www.visitukraine.today (visitukraine.today ↗).
Download (PDF checklist ↗) Checklist for Ukraine Business Visa
Transit - B-01Transitdocuments
Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, Please click here (visa.vfsglobal.com ↗)
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Customers can purchase the COVID-19 cover from VisitUkraine.Today (visitukraine.today ↗)
Download (PDF checklist ↗) Checklist for Ukraine Transit Visa
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 “Medical Treatment - C-07”
Travel insurance is mandatory for Ukraine. If you have not purchased, please click here (visa.vfsglobal.com ↗) for Travel Medical Insurance.
Ukrainian COVID-19 Insurance is mandatory for Ukraine. Please read Ukrainian Insurance Requirement (visa.vfsglobal.com ↗)
Customers can purchase the Ukrainian COVID-19 Cover from www.visitukraine.today (visitukraine.today ↗).
Download (PDF checklist ↗) Checklist for Ukraine Medical Treatment Visa
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 ↗Family Reunion with foreigner residing in Ukraine upon temporary residence permit - D-15Familydocuments
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Customers can purchase the COVID-19 cover from VisitUkraine.Today (visitukraine.today ↗)
Download (PDF checklist ↗) Checklist for Ukraine Family Reunion with Foreigner residing in Ukraine upon temporary residence permit Visa
Family Reunion with Ukraine’s National (Spouse Visa) - D-14Familydocuments
Travel insurance is mandatory for Ukraine. If you have not purchased, please click here (visa.vfsglobal.com ↗) for Travel Medical Insurance.
Ukrainian COVID-19 Insurance is mandatory for Ukraine. Please read Ukrainian Insurance Requirement (visa.vfsglobal.com ↗)
Customers can purchase the Ukrainian COVID-19 Cover from www.visitukraine.today (visitukraine.today ↗).
Download (PDF checklist ↗) Checklist for Ukraine Family Reunion with Ukraine’s National (Spouse Visa) Visa
Type 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 ↗Cultural, Scientific, Educational, Sport Activities Visit - C-09Studentdocuments
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Customers can purchase the Ukrainian COVID-19 Cover from www.visitukraine.today (visitukraine.today ↗).
Download (PDF checklist ↗) Checklist for Ukraine Cultural, Scientific, Educational, Sport Activities Visit Visa
Study - D-13Studentdocuments
Travel insurance is mandatory for Ukraine. If you have not purchased, please click here (visa.vfsglobal.com ↗) for Travel Medical Insurance.
Ukrainian COVID-19 Insurance is mandatory for Ukraine. Please read Ukrainian Insurance Requirement (visa.vfsglobal.com ↗)
Customers can purchase the Ukrainian COVID-19 Cover from www.visitukraine.today (visitukraine.today ↗).
Download (PDF checklist ↗) Checklist for Ukraine Study Visa
Type 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 ↗Employment at Ukraine’s company/ organization - D-04Workdocuments
Travel insurance is mandatory for Ukraine. If you have not purchased, please click here (visa.vfsglobal.com ↗) for Travel Medical Insurance.
Ukrainian COVID-19 Insurance is mandatory for Ukraine. Please read Ukrainian Insurance Requirement (visa.vfsglobal.com ↗)
Customers can purchase the Ukrainian COVID-19 Cover from www.visitukraine.today (visitukraine.today ↗).
Download (PDF checklist ↗) Checklist for Ukraine Employment at Ukraine’s company/ organization Visa
Type 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 ↗Type 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 ↗Immigration - D-01Otherdocuments
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Customers can purchase the Ukrainian COVID-19 Cover from www.visitukraine.today (visitukraine.today ↗).
Download (PDF checklist ↗) Checklist for Ukraine Immigration Visa
Mass Media staff Visits - C-11Otherdocuments
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Customers can purchase the Ukrainian COVID-19 Cover from www.visitukraine.today (visitukraine.today ↗).
Download (PDF checklist ↗) Checklist for Ukraine Mass Media Staff Visits Visa
Religious / missionary activities - D-06Otherdocuments
Travel insurance is mandatory for all Schengen countries. If you have not purchased, Please click here (visa.vfsglobal.com ↗)
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Customers can purchase the COVID-19 cover from VisitUkraine.Today (visitukraine.today ↗)
Please click here (PDF checklist ↗) for the checklist for the required documents
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 ↗Type 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 ↗Type 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 ↗Type 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 ↗Type 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 Emirati citizens - FAQ
Do Emirati citizens need a visa for Ukraine?
No visa is required for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can Emirati citizens stay in Ukraine?
Emirati passport holders can stay in Ukraine for up to 90 days per entry under the current visa-free arrangement.
What documents do Emirati citizens need for Ukraine?
A valid passport is all Emirati 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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