How to insure yourself for a trip to Ukraine?

Before travelling to Ukraine, you must purchase an insurance policy. Find out what medical insurance requirements apply to foreigners and how to insure yourself for a trip to Ukraine

Take care of reliable insurance for safe entry and stay in Ukraine

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After the start of full-scale war, the specifics of insurance for entry into Ukraine changed – policies covering military risks became available to foreigners. The main difference is that a standard insurance policy does not cover risks related to military actions, while a policy with extended coverage can solve this problem.

What type of insurance is required to enter Ukraine?

Standard medical insurance covers expenses resulting from illness or accident, while insurance with military risk coverage provides medical coverage and additionally covers accidents that may occur as a result of active combat operations, passive military risks or terrorist acts.

Important! According to Part 53 of Article 7 of the Law of Ukraine ‘On Insurance’, insurance covering military risks is mandatory for foreign journalists, reporters, correspondents, opinion leaders, and media representatives.

What should be included in an insurance policy for foreigners?

Your insurance policy for Ukraine 2025 must meet several key requirements:

Minimum coverage

In accordance with the current legislation of Ukraine (in particular, the Law of Ukraine ‘On Tourism’ and regulations of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine), as well as the recommendations of the State Border Service, the policy must have sufficient coverage to reimburse possible medical expenses. The recommended coverage amount should be at least 30,000 euros or the equivalent in another currency.

Main insured events

The policy must cover the costs of:

– hospitalisation and outpatient treatment;

– emergency medical assistance and transport (evacuation);

– repatriation of the body in the event of death;

– treatment of injuries sustained as a result of accidents.

Coverage of military risks

In a state of war, standard medical insurance does not cover incidents resulting from combat, terrorist attacks, military operations, etc. Insurance with military risks guarantees that you will receive medical assistance and compensation if you suffer as a result of these circumstances. This is critical for your safety.

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How to take out a medical insurance policy?

To take out a medical insurance policy on the Visit Ukraine portal, you only need a foreign passport. To purchase insurance, you must do the following:

1. Prepare your foreign passport;

2. Select an insurance package (that meets your needs).

3. Select the insurance period

4. Enter your date of birth.

5. Fill in the form with the insured person's details (full name, email, contact phone number, passport details, citizenship and place of residence).

6. Sign the insurance contract (you will need to enter a special code that will be sent to the email address you provided).

7. Pay for the insurance policy.

Earlier, we told you what a foreign tourist in Ukraine must have in their backpack.

How much does medical insurance for travel to Ukraine cost?

What else should you know about insurance for tourists in Ukraine?

Is insurance checked at the border?

Yes, the Ukrainian border service has the right to request a valid insurance policy when crossing the border. Failure to present such a policy may be grounds for refusal of entry.

If you are planning a trip to Ukraine, we recommend that you take care of accommodation in advance. You can find the top tips on how to avoid fraud when booking accommodation on the Visit Ukraine portal.

How can I access it digitally?

We recommend that you have both a paper copy and an electronic version of the policy on your mobile device. This will ensure easy access to information in any

situation.

Follow the link and get useful tips if you plan to travel to Ukraine by car.

What to do in case of an insured event?

Immediately contact your insurance company at the number indicated in the policy. Follow their instructions on how to proceed and collect the necessary documents.

Taking out insurance for tourists in Ukraine is not just a requirement, but your conscious decision to take care of your own safety and security in the current circumstances.

Reminder! Earlier, we reported that after the regular meeting of the National Commission, 198 people from different countries were granted the status of foreign Ukrainians.

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Visit Ukraine Tours – the largest online database of tours to Ukraine for every taste;

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