Règles d'entrée en Ukraine pour les étrangers en 2025 : tout ce que vous devez savoir

Pour planifier un voyage en Ukraine, un étranger doit résoudre un grand nombre de questions liées à l'entrée et au séjour dans le pays. Découvrez tout sur les particularités des voyages en Ukraine en 2025, ainsi que ce qu'il est important de prendre en compte avant de planifier un voyage

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Ukraine continues to welcome foreign visitors and tourists even during the war. However, such a journey requires the preparation of a certain package of documents and compliance with the rules.

To make it easier for foreign tourists to plan a trip to Ukraine, we have collected all the useful links that will help you quickly and easily prepare for the trip and feel calm and confident on the territory of the state.

Everything about planning, entry and stay in Ukraine - we will tell you further in the material.

How can a foreigner move to live in Ukraine? Find out here.

What responsibility can foreigners bear for violating the migration legislation of Ukraine? Details are available here.

How to apply for an extension of stay in Ukraine for foreigners and stateless persons: instructions here.

How to plan a trip to Ukraine?

If you are planning to come to Ukraine for tourism purposes, it is important to choose in advance the cities and locations you want to visit, as well as book a hotel and take care of resolving additional issues:

- Booking a tour – if the purpose of the trip is tourism, be sure to search for a tour in advance. The largest database of routes from proven travel operators is collected on our portal. Depending on your interests, you can also plan an individual trip.

- Housing search – book hotels here. Rules for renting an apartment in Ukraine for foreigners in this article.

- Rent a car – to feel more mobile while traveling in Ukraine, we recommend renting a car.

- Legal support – in the conditions of martial law, certain rights of citizens may be limited, therefore, if you need the help of a lawyer while traveling in Ukraine, you can contact specialists on our website.

- Souvenirs – stylish clothes and accessories in memory of Ukraine here.

Safety is the number one priority when travelling to Ukraine. Special health insurance with war risk coverage will provide you with access to quality medical care in any situation. 

Take care of your health and peace of mind by taking out insurance before your trip now!

Rules for entering Ukraine for foreigners in 2026

Entry rules and a package of documents depend on the citizenship of the foreigner, in particular, at the first stage of preparation, find out whether you need a visa to enter or whether your country is a visa-free country.

You can check whether you need a visa to enter Ukraine on the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine.

Visa-free entry rules for Ukraine in 2026

To enter Ukraine, a foreign tourist must have the following documents:

1. A valid passport, it must be valid for the entire period of stay in Ukraine and have at least one blank page. Citizens of Turkey and Georgia can enter Ukraine on the basis of an ID card.

2. Confirmation of the purpose of the planned stay: a notarized invitation from citizens of Ukraine (relatives, acquaintances, friends), tourist vouchers, confirmation of accommodation booking, invitations from companies or organizations, tickets to seminars, exhibitions, fairs, documents about treatment in medical institutions, etc.

3. Availability of sufficient financial support for the entire period of the planned stay and for returning to the country of origin (cash, bank statement, ATM check, etc.) - proof that you have sufficient funds for the entire period of the planned stay in Ukraine or transit to a third country ($45 per person for each day of stay in Ukraine).

4. A health insurance policy issued by an insurance company registered in Ukraine or a foreign insurance company with a representative office in Ukraine. The policy must cover the following risks: diagnosis and treatment of COVID-19, emergency medical care, hospitalization, expenses for doctors, medications, as well as medical transportation, repatriation, etc.

Important! Citizens of visa-free countries have the right to stay in Ukraine for up to 90 days if the purpose of the trip is tourism, visiting relatives, treatment, etc.

If the duration of stay exceeds 90 days or you plan to work or study in Ukraine, then before traveling you must apply for a long-term visa (type "D") at the embassy or consulate of Ukraine in the country of residence. It is better to start the procedure at least 3 months before the planned trip.

How to get a visa to Ukraine?

If you are not a citizen of a country with which a visa-free regime has been concluded, then to enter Ukraine you need to apply for a visa of one of the following types:

- Short-term visa (type C) - this visa is issued to foreigners whose stay does not exceed 90 days in the last 180 days.

- Long-term visa (type D) - issued to foreigners who wish to enter Ukraine for the purpose of temporary, but long-term, or for permanent residence.

- Transit visa - this type of visa is issued to foreigners who intend to transit through the territory of Ukraine during a trip to a third country.

Documents for obtaining a visa to Ukraine:

- Application form for a visa to Ukraine;

- Passport, valid for at least 3 months after the trip to Ukraine and with a total validity period of no more than 10 years.

- Two passport-sized photos - 35x45 mm.

- Travel medical insurance with a coverage of at least 30,000 euros for the entire period of stay.

- Confirmation of sufficient funds for the entire period of stay: bank statements, payment information, etc.

- Confirmation of accommodation in Ukraine (reservation in a hotel, hostel, etc.).

- Return ticket from Ukraine.

- Confirmation of paid visa fee to Ukraine.

- Additional documents confirming the purpose of your trip.

We have previously told you more about the available types of visas to Ukraine and the procedure for obtaining them.

Importantly! Foreigners who are banned from entering Ukraine by an authorized state body will not be able to cross the border. Read our material on who may be denied entry to Ukraine.

Need help with entry or legalization of stay in Ukraine?

A Visit Ukraine migration lawyer will help you understand visa regulations, prepare the correct package of documents and avoid mistakes that may lead to refusal of entry or violation of the terms of stay. We advise foreigners on visa-free regime, issuance of C and D visas, temporary or permanent residence permits, as well as issues of work and study in Ukraine.

Get individual advice taking into account your citizenship, purpose of trip and current requirements for 2026. Contact a Visit Ukraine migration lawyer now and plan your trip to Ukraine confidently and without unnecessary risks!

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Rules for entering Ukraine by car for foreigners

A foreigner is allowed to enter Ukraine by his own car, but it can be used exclusively for his own needs. Foreign citizens can drive cars with foreign license plates in Ukraine for up to one year. If you plan to stay in Ukraine for longer than two months, you need to contact the service center of the Ministry of Internal Affairs for temporary car registration. After the one-year period, the car with foreign license plates must leave Ukraine.

To enter Ukraine by car, it is mandatory to have a “Green Card” insurance policy.

Also, to protect the car from the risks of war, it is worth having a Basiс Kasko insurance policy. You can take out a policy for a car with both Ukrainian and foreign registration.

Protect your car in Ukraine without overpaying with Basiс Kasko — affordable car insurance for foreigners traveling or temporarily residing in the country. The policy provides basic but reliable protection against accidents, natural disasters, and even war risks, and is suitable for cars with Ukrainian and foreign registration.

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Customs regulations in Ukraine

Individuals may transport across the border of Ukraine without a written declaration to the customs authority:

- Personal belongings: two mobile phones, one video camera, one camera, two portable personal computers; sports equipment; personal jewelry that was in use; clothing, shoes intended for personal use; 500 ml of toilet water or 100 ml of perfume, other items for personal use.

- Goods, the total cost of which does not exceed 500 euros or 50 kg.

- Ukrainian currency or foreign currency in an amount not exceeding the equivalent of 10 thousand euros.

- Alcoholic beverages: vodka products (vodka, cognac, whiskey, etc.) in an amount of 1 liter, wine - 2 liters, beer - 5 liters.

- Tobacco products - 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 250 grams of tobacco.

- Food for personal use for an amount not exceeding 200 euros.

- Medicines, the quantity should not exceed 5 packages of each item per person (except those containing narcotic or psychotropic substances).

The Visit Ukraine editorial office draws the attention of foreigners to the fact that when visiting Ukraine, you should, first of all, take care of security issues. In conditions of martial law, a visit to Ukraine must be accompanied by a reliable insurance policy that can cover all wartime risks, including injuries from military operations, terrorist acts, etc., as well as outpatient and emergency treatment.

How to get to Ukraine in 2026?

Currently, the airspace over Ukraine is closed, but the state's land borders are operating normally, even despite the martial law.

The most convenient and fastest way to get to Ukraine is to fly to one of the airports in Europe, which is located near the Ukrainian border, and from there continue your journey by train or bus.

Among European countries, Ukraine borders Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania and Moldova.

How to get to Ukraine from:

USA ● Canada ● Poland ● Germany ● Slovakia ● Hungary ● Italy ● France ● Netherlands

● Czech Republic ● Lithuania ● Switzerland ● Sweden ● Turkey ● Austria ● Denmark ● Portugal

● Georgia ● Bulgaria ● India ● Greece ● Croatia ● Estonia ● Finland ● Latvia ● Belgium ● Slovenia

● Moldova ● Ireland ● Norway ● Spain ● russia ●  United Kingdom ● Romania ● Armenia

● Egypt ● Argentina ● Iceland ● Brazil ● Mexico ● Azerbaijan ● Montenegro ● Thailand ● Albania

● Kazakhstan 

You can view the schedule and buy train/bus/plane tickets to Ukraine and between cities around the world through the convenient Visit Ukraine booking service.

Safety rules in Ukraine

When traveling in Ukraine during wartime, you should follow two main safety rules:

- Curfew is a time introduced to maintain law and order. Usually, curfew lasts from 23:00 to 05:00 the next day. During this period, you cannot be in public places and move around the streets by transport or on foot.

- Air alert is a signal that sounds in the event of a missile threat. The authorities and the military always warn of a possible missile attack. To inform the population, the “Air Alert” signal, which can be heard on the streets of cities, and special mobile applications are used. In the event of a missile threat, you should go to the nearest shelter and wait for the call to end.

Insurance policy for entry into Ukraine

According to standard requirements, an insurance policy for entry into Ukraine must cover the following risks:

- COVID-19 diagnosis and treatment;

- emergency medical care;

- hospitalization;

- expenses for doctors, medicines;

- medical transportation;

- repatriation, etc.

However, in conditions of martial law, it is worth taking care of additional protection: take out reliable insurance that will guarantee compensation in the event of traumatic injuries, accidents, as well as death as a result of military actions.

What does an insurance policy with compensation for military risks cover?

The advantage of this medical insurance is that it covers both accidents as a result of military actions, passive military risks and terrorist acts, and:

- general medical services, diagnostics and treatment of Covid-19 in Ukraine;

- medicines prescribed by a doctor to provide assistance in the event of an insured event;

- death of the insured person as a result of an accident that occurred during the term of the insurance contract.

How much does an insurance policy for entering Ukraine with compensation for war risks cost?

On the Visit Ukraine website, you can choose one of two types of insurance policies:

- with coverage of 100,000 UAH;

- with coverage of 30,000 euros.

The cost of the insurance policy depends on the selected package and the number of days. You can purchase an insurance policy with coverage for war risks for different periods: from 3 days to 6 months. The price of one insured day is from 2.64 euros/day.

Visit Ukraine guarantees insurance coverage for foreigners who are in Ukraine during martial law with a wide range of benefits:

1. Protection during martial law.

2. Medical coverage.

3. Access to emergency services.

4. 24/7 support.

5. Compliance with migration requirements.

Get insurance to feel protected when traveling to Ukraine!

Despite the difficult times, Ukraine is open to those who want to see its beauty, steadfastness, and courage with their own eyes. And the Visit Ukraine team will be happy and proud to be your reliable guide on an unforgettable journey through Ukraine. 

If you have any questions about traveling to Ukraine, please contact our managers via a messenger convenient for you: Telegram, WhatsApp

Have a nice trip!

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