Ukraine Visa Policy

Ukraine government grants visas within three types:

• Transit (B type)
• Short-term (C type)
• Long-term (D type)

Holders of diplomatic/service passports are exempt from requirements to provide their medical/travel insurance policies as well as proof of sufficient funds.

Ukraine Visa Cost

Ukraine visa fee depends on your nationality.

Following categories of applicants are issued with visas upon a zero fee:

• Children under six years;
• Persons of Ukrainian descent upon a Certificate of a person of Ukrainian descent, as well as their spouse and children;
• Persons traveling to Ukraine with official purpose and holding diplomatic/service passport;
• The staff of foreign diplomatic missions/consulates to Ukraine and their family members;
• The staff of international organizations, their branches/offices in Ukraine, and their family members;
• The staff of foreign states’ missions to international organizations headquartered in Ukraine who are covered with diplomatic privileges and immunities as well as their families’ members;
• Heads of official foreign delegations, their accompanying staff visiting Ukraine upon an invitation of the President of Ukraine, the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine (the Parliament), the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine;
• Ukraine’s honorary consular officials;
• Persons traveling to Ukraine to implement international technical assistance projects upon an invitation of Ukraine’s state authority/entity/organization which is a recipient of such international technical assistance projects;
• The staff of foreign emergency/rescue authorities who enter Ukraine to aid with elimination of the aftermath of an emergency/accident upon an invitation of Ukraine’s Emergencies / Accidents Service;
• Military personnel visiting Ukraine with official purpose upon invitation of the relevant ministry / other central executive authority;
• Election observers delegated by foreign states and international organizations to observe presidential, parliamentary, local elections / national referendums upon lists provided to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs by Ukraine’s Central Election Committee;
• Other persons visiting Ukraine to implement projects in foreign policy / humanitarian aid areas upon the invitation of the head of the relevant authority and confirmation of the Ministry of Finance.

Ukraine electronic visas (E-Visa) are issued by the MFA within extended categories (as per the purpose of travel to Ukraine):

• Business
• Private
• Tourism
• Medical treatment
• Cultural / educational / scientific / sports activities
• Foreign mass media staff visits

Ukraine e-Visas may be issued to foreigners-holders of passports of 45 countries:

Required Documents for Ukraine E-Visa

1. Photo

2. Passport

3. Health Insurance Policy (30,000 EUR coverage)

4. Proof of Sufficient Funds

5. Document Confirming the Purpose of the Visit

Processing Time for Ukraine E-Visa

The average processing time for a Ukraine E-Visa is 1-3 working days. It depends on your visa application country.

Ukraine E-Visa Cost

Ukraine E-Visa fee is 20 USD for a single-entry visa and 30 USD for a multiple-entry visa. It can be paid online by MasterCard/Visa card.

 

Where to Apply for Ukraine E-visa?

You can apply for Ukraine E-Visa online, through guidelines on this website.

Ukraine Short-term (C type) Visa

Ukraine C type (short term) visas are granted in cases where foreign nationals intend to stay in the territory of Ukraine for up to 90 days (within every 180 days).

Ukraine C type visas are granted as single/double/multiple entry visas valid for six months or another period depending on supporting documents but cannot be issued for more than a 5 year-term.

There are the following subcategories of Ukraine short-term visa:

• Tourism
• Private visit
• Business visit
• Owner of property in Ukraine
• Official visitor
• Investor
• Mass Media Staff
• Religious/Missionary
• Medical treatment
• International passenger/Cargo carrier
• Ukraine descent
• Official observer

Ukraine Tourist Visa

Ukraine tourist visa is issued for applicants intending to visit Ukraine for tourism and sightseeing without having an invitation from a Ukrainian referent.

Required Documents for Ukraine Tourist Visa

1. Application Form

• Filled out online printed and personally signed in two places by the applicant (or by the parent(s)/guardian(s) for minors)

2. Passport

• Valid for at least three months beyond intended stay in Ukraine
• Issued within the last 10 years
• Must contain at least 2 blank pages

3. Photo

• One (1) photograph taken in the past 6 months
• 34x45 in color
• Preferably biometric and with white background
• With neutral facial expression, with his/her eyes open and mouth closed
• The photograph of a person, who for religious or medical reasons is wearing a headcover, must show the person's cheeks, chin, and forehead.

4. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• If you are a non-citizen in the country you apply, you must submit a residence permit card.

5. Travel Health Insurance

• Must cover the possible expenses related to repatriation, for health reasons, urgent medical assistance, and/or urgent hospitalization, with the minimum coverage of EUR 30.000
• Needs to be valid in Ukraine for the entire stay

6. Proof of Sufficient Funds

• Bank statement for 3 recent months, in addition to balance certificate

7. Flight Reservation or Proof of Intended Transport

• Reservation for return flight or supporting documents for other means of travel with an itinerary

8. Proof of Professional Status

• If the applicant is employed: HR letter
• If the applicant is the owner of a private company: Commercial Registry and Tax Card
• If the applicant is a student: Enrolment Certificate

9. Proof of Travel Plan

• Hotel/accommodation booking(s) with a confirmation letter from the hotel which needs to be stamped
• Program of stay
• Information on the tour(s) and the tour(s’) timeframes
• Tourist agency details, transfer details, sightseeing information, etc.

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy

Processing Time for Ukraine Tourist Visa

The average processing time for a Ukraine Tourist visa is 5-15 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Ukraine Tourist Visa Fee

Ukraine Tourist visa fee is 65 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Ukraine Tourist Visa?

You will apply for the Ukraine Tourist visa in Ukraine visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Ukraine Private Visit Visa

Ukraine Private Visit visa is designed for applicants visiting family and friends legally residing in Ukraine.

Required Documents for Ukraine Private Visit Visa

1. Application Form

• Filled out online printed and personally signed in two places by the applicant 

2. Passport

• Valid for at least three months beyond intended stay in Ukraine
• Issued within the last 10 years
• Must contain at least 2 blank pages

3. Photo

• One (1) photograph taken in the past 6 months
• 34x45 in color
• Preferably biometric and with white background
• With neutral facial expression, with his/her eyes open and mouth closed
• The photograph of a person, who for religious or medical reasons is wearing a headcover, must show the person's cheeks, chin, and forehead.

4. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• If you are a non-citizen in the country you apply, you must submit a residence permit card.

5. Travel Health Insurance

• Must cover the possible expenses related to repatriation, for health reasons, urgent medical assistance, and/or urgent hospitalization, with the minimum coverage of EUR 30.000
• Needs to be valid in Ukraine for the entire stay

6. Proof of Sufficient Funds

• Bank statement for 3 recent months, in addition to balance certificate
• In the absence of a bank account, proof of other assets has to be provided.

7. Flight Reservation or Proof of Intended Transport

• Reservation for return flight or supporting documents for other means of travel with an itinerary

8. Proof of Professional Status

• If the applicant is employed: HR letter
• If the applicant is the owner of a private company: Commercial Registry and Tax Card
• If the applicant is a student: Enrolment Certificate

9. Proof of Family/Friend in Ukraine

• Original of the notarized invitation letter from a Ukrainian citizen or a foreigner/stateless person who legally resides (temporarily or permanently) in Ukraine. The invitation should contain the full surname and name(s) of the inviting person, details of his/her passport and temporary or permanent residency permit (for a foreigner or stateless person), address, and the full name of the invited person, information about his/her date and place of birth, nationality, passport details, place of residence, the purpose of visit, duration of an intended visit to Ukraine, number of entries and place of stay in Ukraine, physical person’s obligations towards possible coverage of costs related to the applicant’s stay and/or departure from Ukraine or
• Document(s) confirming that the applicant is a spouse, a parent, or a child of a citizen of Ukraine or
• Document(s) confirming that the applicant owns the property (real estate) allocated in Ukraine or
• Certificate of a person of Ukrainian descent* issued by Ukraine’s National Committee on Persons of Ukrainian Descent. If the applicant’s family applies for this type of visa as well as documents on their status and family relation to the applicant should also be provided

10. Copies of the Inviting Person’s Ukrainian Passport (if an inviting person is a citizen of Ukraine) or Copies of the Foreigner’s/Stateless Person’s Passport and Their Ukrainian Temporary/Permanent Residency Permit (if an inviting person is a foreigner or a stateless person)

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy

Processing Time for Ukraine Private Visit Visa

The average processing time for a Ukraine Private Visit visa is 5-15 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Ukraine Private Visit Visa Fee

Ukraine Private Visit visa fee is 65 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Ukraine Private Visit Visa?

You will apply for the Ukraine Private Visit visa in Ukraine visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Ukraine Business Visit Visa

Ukraine Business Visit visa is designed for business travelers and representatives of business organizations.

Required Documents for Ukraine Business Visit Visa

1. Application Form

• Filled out online printed and personally signed in two places by the applicant

2. Passport

• Valid for at least three months beyond intended stay in Ukraine
• Issued within the last 10 years
• Must contain at least 2 blank pages

3. Photo

• One (1) photograph taken in the past 6 months
• 34x45 in color
• Preferably biometric and with white background
• With neutral facial expression, with his/her eyes open and mouth closed
• The photograph of a person, who for religious or medical reasons is wearing a headcover, must show the person's cheeks, chin, and forehead.

4. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• If you are a non-citizen in the country you apply, you must submit a residence permit card.

5. Travel Health Insurance

• Must cover the possible expenses related to repatriation, for health reasons, urgent medical assistance, and/or urgent hospitalization, with the minimum coverage of EUR 30.000
• Needs to be valid in Ukraine for the entire stay

6. Proof of Sufficient Funds

• Bank statement for 3 recent months, in addition to balance certificate
• In the absence of a bank account, proof of other assets has to be provided.

7. Proof of Professional Status

• If the applicant is employed:
  • HR letter
• If the applicant is the owner of a private company:
  • Commercial Registry and Tax Card

8. Flight Reservation or Proof of Intended Transport

• Reservation for return flight or supporting documents for other means of travel with an itinerary

9. Proof of Purpose of Visit

• Original invitation letter from an entity/company/organization registered in Ukraine, presented on the official letterhead, with the indication of the entity/company/organization’s number according to Ukraine’s Unified State Registry of Legal Entities, Individual Entrepreneurs and Citizens’ Associations, registration number, date and signature, the full name of the invited person, information about his/her date and place of birth, nationality, passport details, place of residence, the purpose of visit, duration of an intended visit to Ukraine, number of entries and place of stay in Ukraine, legal person’s obligations towards possible costs related to the invited person’s stay and/or departure from Ukraine or
• Document issued by the relevant regional/city-state administration/bank confirming that the applicant has made an investment to Ukraine’s economy

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Ukraine Business Visit Visa

The average processing time for a Ukraine Business Visit visa is 5-15 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Ukraine Business Visit Visa Fee

Ukraine Business Visit visa fee is 65 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Ukraine Business Visit Visa?

You will apply for the Ukraine Business Visit visa in Ukraine visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Ukraine Owner of Property Visa

This visa is designed for owners of real estate in Ukraine.

Required Documents for Ukraine Owner of Property Visa

1. Application Form

• Filled out online printed and personally signed in two places by the applicant 

2. Passport

• Valid for at least three months beyond intended stay in Ukraine
• Issued within the last 10 years
• Must contain at least 2 blank pages

3. Photo

• One (1) photograph taken in the past 6 months
• 34x45 in color
• Preferably biometric and with white background
• With neutral facial expression, with his/her eyes open and mouth closed
• The photograph of a person, who for religious or medical reasons is wearing a headcover, must show the person's cheeks, chin, and forehead.

4. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• If you are a non-citizen in the country you apply, you must submit a residence permit card.

5. Travel Health Insurance

• Must cover the possible expenses related to repatriation, for health reasons, urgent medical assistance, and/or urgent hospitalization, with the minimum coverage of EUR 30.000
• Needs to be valid in Ukraine for the entire stay

6. Proof of Sufficient Funds

• Bank statement for 3 recent months, in addition to balance certificate
• In the absence of a bank account, proof of other assets has to be provided.

7. Flight Reservation or Proof of Intended Transport

• Reservation for return flight or supporting documents for other means of travel with an itinerary

8. Proof that a Foreigner or Stateless Person Owns Property (real estate) Allocated in Ukraine

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Ukraine Owner of Property Visa

The average processing time for a Ukraine Owner of Property visa is 5-15 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Ukraine Owner of Property Visa Fee

Ukraine Owner of Property visa fee is 65 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Ukraine Owner of Property Visa?

You will apply for the Ukraine Owner of Property visa in Ukraine visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Ukraine Official Visitor Visa

Ukraine Official Visitor visas are issued upon invitations of Ukraine's authorities or foreign states' authorities/international organizations.

Required Documents for Ukraine Official Visitor Visa

1. Application Form

• Filled out online printed and personally signed in two places by the applicant

2. Passport

• Valid for at least three months beyond intended stay in Ukraine
• Issued within the last 10 years
• Must contain at least 2 blank pages

3. Photo

• One (1) photograph taken in the past 6 months
• 34x45 in color
• Preferably biometric and with white background
• With neutral facial expression, with his/her eyes open and mouth closed
• The photograph of a person, who for religious or medical reasons is wearing a headcover, must show the person's cheeks, chin, and forehead.

4. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• If you are a non-citizen in the country you apply, you must submit a residence permit card.

5. Travel Health Insurance

• Must cover the possible expenses related to repatriation, for health reasons, urgent medical assistance, and/or urgent hospitalization, with the minimum coverage of EUR 30.000
• Needs to be valid in Ukraine for the entire stay

6. Flight Reservation or Proof of Intended Transport

• Reservation for return flight or supporting documents for other means of travel with an itinerary

7. A Letter of Invitation issued by Ukraine’s Ministries/Other Central Executive Authorities, State Entities and Organizations, or Relevant Letters of Foreign States’ Authorities/International Organizations.

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Ukraine Official Visitor Visa

The average processing time for a Ukraine Official Visitor visa is 5-15 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Ukraine Official Visitor Visa Fee

Ukraine Official Visitor visa fee is 65 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Ukraine Official Visitor Visa?

You will apply for the Ukraine Official Visitor visa in Ukraine visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Ukraine Investor Visa

Ukraine Investor visa is issued to persons who invested in Ukraine’s economy according to the legislation on foreign investment regimes on the territory of Ukraine.

Required Documents for Ukraine Investor Visa

1. Application Form

• Filled out online printed and personally signed in two places by the applicant

2. Passport

• Valid for at least three months beyond intended stay in Ukraine
• Issued within the last 10 years
• Must contain at least 2 blank pages

3. Photo

• One (1) photograph taken in the past 6 months
• 34x45 in color
• Preferably biometric and with white background
• With neutral facial expression, with his/her eyes open and mouth closed
• The photograph of a person, who for religious or medical reasons is wearing a headcover, must show the person's cheeks, chin, and forehead.

4. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• If you are a non-citizen in the country you apply, you must submit a residence permit card.

5. Travel Health Insurance

• Must cover the possible expenses related to repatriation, for health reasons, urgent medical assistance, and/or urgent hospitalization, with the minimum coverage of EUR 30.000
• Needs to be valid in Ukraine for the entire stay

6. Proof of Sufficient Funds

• Bank statement for 3 recent months, in addition to balance certificate
• In the absence of a bank account, proof of other assets has to be provided.

7. Flight Reservation or Proof of Intended Transport

• Reservation for return flight or supporting documents for other means of travel with an itinerary

8. A Document from the Relevant Regional/City State Administration or Bank Confirming that the Applicant has made an Investment to Ukraine’s Economy

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Ukraine Investor Visa

The average processing time for a Ukraine Investor visa is  5-15 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Ukraine Investor Visa Fee

Ukraine Investor visa fee is 65 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Ukraine Investor Visa?

You will apply for the Ukraine Investor visa in Ukraine visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Ukraine Media Visa

Ukraine Media visas granted to the foreign correspondent/Mass Media staff member who intends to travel to Ukraine in his/her professional capacity as a journalist.

Required Documents for Ukraine Media Visa

1. Application Form

• Filled out online printed and personally signed in two places by the applicant 

2. Passport

• Valid for at least three months beyond intended stay in Ukraine
• Issued within the last 10 years
• Must contain at least 2 blank pages

3. Photo

• One (1) photograph taken in the past 6 months
• 34x45 in color
• Preferably biometric and with white background
• With neutral facial expression, with his/her eyes open and mouth closed
• The photograph of a person, who for religious or medical reasons is wearing a headcover, must show the person's cheeks, chin, and forehead.

4. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• If you are a non-citizen in the country you apply, you must submit a residence permit card.

5. Travel Health Insurance

• Must cover the possible expenses related to repatriation, for health reasons, urgent medical assistance, and/or urgent hospitalization, with the minimum coverage of EUR 30.000
• Needs to be valid in Ukraine for the entire stay

6. Proof of Sufficient Funds

• Bank statement for 3 recent months, in addition to balance certificate
• In the absence of a bank account, proof of other assets has to be provided.

7. Flight Reservation or Proof of Intended Transport

• Reservation for return flight or supporting documents for other means of travel with an itinerary

8. A Letter of the Foreign Mass Media with a Request to Issue a Visa to the Foreign Correspondent/mass Media Staff Member who Intends to Travel to Ukraine in His/her Professional Capacity as a Journalist

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Ukraine Media Visa

The average processing time for a Ukraine Media visa is 5-15 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Ukraine Media Visa Fee

Ukraine Media visa fee is 65 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Ukraine Media Visa?

You will apply for the Ukraine Media visa in Ukraine visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Ukraine Religious/Missionary (Short-term) Visa

Ukraine Religious/Missionary visas are granted to foreign nationals invited by a religious organization in Ukraine for the short-term performance of missionary activities.

Required Documents for Ukraine Religious/Missionary Visa

1. Application Form

• Filled out online printed and personally signed in two places by the applicant 

2. Passport

• Valid for at least three months beyond intended stay in Ukraine
• Issued within the last 10 years
• Must contain at least 2 blank pages

3. Photo

• One (1) photograph taken in the past 6 months
• 34x45 in color
• Preferably biometric and with white background
• With neutral facial expression, with his/her eyes open and mouth closed
• The photograph of a person, who for religious or medical reasons is wearing a headcover, must show the person's cheeks, chin, and forehead.

4. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• If you are a non-citizen in the country you apply, you must submit a residence permit card.

5. Travel Health Insurance

• Must cover the possible expenses related to repatriation, for health reasons, urgent medical assistance, and/or urgent hospitalization, with the minimum coverage of EUR 30.000
• Needs to be valid in Ukraine for the entire stay

6. Proof of Sufficient Funds

• Bank statement for 3 recent months, in addition to balance certificate
• In the absence of a bank account, proof of other assets has to be provided.

7. Flight Reservation or Proof of Intended Transport

• Reservation for return flight or supporting documents for other means of travel with an itinerary

8. An Invitation Letter Issued by a Religious Organization in Ukraine

• Must be accompanied by a letter issued by Ukraine’s Ministry for Culture / Department on Religious Matters of the relevant regional or city-state administration – depending on which authority has registered that religious organization.

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy

Processing Time for Ukraine Religious/Missionary Visa

The average processing time for a Ukraine Religious/Missionary visa is 5-15 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Ukraine Religious/Missionary Visa Fee

Ukraine Religious/Missionary visa fee is 65 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Ukraine Religious/Missionary Visa?

You will apply for the Ukraine Religious/Missionary visa in Ukraine visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Ukraine Medical Visa

Ukraine Medical visas are designed for persons who plan to get medical treatment in Ukraine.

Required Documents for Ukraine Medical Visa

1. Application Form

• Filled out online printed and personally signed in two places by the applicant (or by a parent(s)/guardian(s) for minors)

2. Passport

• Valid for at least three months beyond intended stay in Ukraine
• Issued within the last 10 years
• Must contain at least 2 blank pages

3. Photo

• One (1) photograph taken in the past 6 months
• 34x45 in color
• Preferably biometric and with white background
• With neutral facial expression, with his/her eyes open and mouth closed
• The photograph of a person, who for religious or medical reasons is wearing a headcover, must show the person's cheeks, chin, and forehead.

4. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• If you are a non-citizen in the country you apply, you must submit a residence permit card.

5. Travel Health Insurance

• Must cover the possible expenses related to repatriation, for health reasons, urgent medical assistance, and/or urgent hospitalization, with the minimum coverage of EUR 30.000
• Needs to be valid in Ukraine for the entire stay

6. Proof of Sufficient Funds

• Bank statement for 3 recent months, in addition to balance certificate
• In the absence of a bank account, proof of other assets has to be provided.

7. Flight Reservation or Proof of Intended Transport

• Reservation for return flight or supporting documents for other means of travel with an itinerary

8. An Invitation Letter Issued by Ukraine’s Hospital/Medical Treatment Institution

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy

Processing Time for Ukraine Medical Visa

The average processing time for a Ukraine Medical visa is 5-15 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Ukraine Medical Visa Fee

Ukraine Medical visa fee is 65 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Ukraine Medical Visa?

You will apply for the Ukraine Medical visa in Ukraine visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Ukraine International Passenger/Cargo Carrier Visa

Ukraine International Passenger/Cargo Carrier visas are granted to International passenger/cargo carrier.

Required Documents for Ukraine International Passenger/Cargo Carrier Visa

1. Application Form

• Filled out online printed and personally signed in two places by the applicant (or by the parent(s)/guardian(s) for minors)

2. Passport

• Valid for at least three months beyond intended stay in Ukraine
• Issued within the last 10 years
• Must contain at least 2 blank pages

3. Photo

• One (1) photograph taken in the past 6 months
• 34x45 in color
• Preferably biometric and with white background
• With neutral facial expression, with his/her eyes open and mouth closed
• The photograph of a person, who for religious or medical reasons is wearing a headcover, must show the person's cheeks, chin, and forehead.

4. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• If you are a non-citizen in the country you apply, you must submit a residence permit card.

5. Travel Health Insurance

• Must cover the possible expenses related to repatriation, for health reasons, urgent medical assistance, and/or urgent hospitalization, with the minimum coverage of EUR 30.000
• Needs to be valid in Ukraine for the entire stay

6. Proof of Sufficient Funds

• Bank statement for 3 recent months, in addition to balance certificate
• In the absence of a bank account, proof of other assets has to be provided.

7. A Passenger/Cargo Carriers’ Contract

8. An International Passenger/Cargo Carrier’s License

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Ukraine International Passenger/Cargo Carrier Visa

The average processing time for a Ukraine International Passenger/Cargo Carrier visa is  5-15 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Ukraine International Passenger/Cargo Carrier Visa Fee

Ukraine International Passenger/Cargo Carrier visa fee is 65 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Ukraine International Passenger/Cargo Carrier Visa?

You will apply for the Ukraine International Passenger/Cargo Carrier visa in Ukraine visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Ukraine Descent Visa

Applicants intending to apply for Ukrainian Descent visa will have to prove he or she falls under this category.

Required Documents for Ukraine Descent Visa

1. Application Form

• Filled out online printed and personally signed in two places by the applicant (or by the parent(s)/guardian(s) for minors)

2. Passport

• Valid for at least three months beyond intended stay in Ukraine
• Issued within the last 10 years
• Must contain at least 2 blank pages

3. Photo

• One (1) photograph taken in the past 6 months
• 34x45 in color
• Preferably biometric and with white background
• With neutral facial expression, with his/her eyes open and mouth closed
• The photograph of a person, who for religious or medical reasons is wearing a headcover, must show the person's cheeks, chin, and forehead.

4. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• If you are a non-citizen in the country you apply, you must submit a residence permit card.

5. Travel Health Insurance

• Must cover the possible expenses related to repatriation, for health reasons, urgent medical assistance, and/or urgent hospitalization, with the minimum coverage of EUR 30.000
• Needs to be valid in Ukraine for the entire stay

6. Proof of Sufficient Funds

• Bank statement for 3 recent months, in addition to balance certificate
• In the absence of a bank account, proof of other assets has to be provided.

7. Flight Reservation or Proof of Intended Transport

• Reservation for return flight or supporting documents for other means of travel with an itinerary

8. Certificate of a Person of Ukrainian Descent Issued by Ukraine’s National Committee on Persons of Ukrainian Descent Or Applicant’s Statement on His Ukrainian Origin along with Supporting Documents

9. If the Applicant’s Family Applies for This Type of Visa As Well As Documents on Their Status and Family Relation to the Applicant should be Provided

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Ukraine Descent Visa

The average processing time for a Ukraine Descent visa is 5-15 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Ukraine Descent Visa Fee

Ukraine Descent visa fee is 65 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Ukraine Descent Visa?

You will apply for the Ukraine Descent visa in Ukraine visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Ukraine Official Observer Visa

Ukraine official observer visas are granted to official observers from foreign states and international organizations for presidential elections, parliamentary elections, local elections, and national referendums.

Required Documents for Ukraine Official Observer Visa

1. Application Form

• Filled out online printed and personally signed in two places by the applicant

2. Passport

• Valid for at least three months beyond intended stay in Ukraine
• Issued within the last 10 years
• Must contain at least 2 blank pages

3. Photo

• One (1) photograph taken in the past 6 months
• 34x45 in color
• Preferably biometric and with white background
• With neutral facial expression, with his/her eyes open and mouth closed
• The photograph of a person, who for religious or medical reasons is wearing a headcover, must show the person's cheeks, chin, and forehead.

4. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• If you are a non-citizen in the country you apply, you must submit a residence permit card.

5. Travel Health Insurance

• Must cover the possible expenses related to repatriation, for health reasons, urgent medical assistance, and/or urgent hospitalization, with the minimum coverage of EUR 30.000
• Needs to be valid in Ukraine for the entire stay

6. Proof of Sufficient Funds

• Bank statement for 3 recent months, in addition to balance certificate
• In the absence of a bank account, proof of other assets has to be provided.

7. Flight Reservation or Proof of Intended Transport

• Reservation for return flight or supporting documents for other means of travel with an itinerary

8. An Order of Ukraine’s Central Election Commission

• An order of Ukraine’s Central Election Commission on registration of official observers from foreign states and international organizations for presidential elections, parliamentary elections, local elections, and national referendums

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Ukraine Official Observer Visa

The average processing time for a Ukraine Official Observer visa is 5-15 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Ukraine Official Observer Visa Fee

Ukraine Official Observer visa fee is 65 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Ukraine Official Observer Visa?

You will apply for the Ukraine Official Observer visa in Ukraine visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Ukraine Cultural/Educational/Scientific/Sport/Volunteer Visa

Ukraine Cultural/Educational/Scientific/Sport/Volunteer visas are designated for participants in Cultural / Educational / Scientific / Sport events or Volunteer projects.

Required Documents for Ukraine Cultural/Educational/Scientific/Sport/Volunteer Visa

1. Application Form

• Filled out online printed and personally signed in two places by the applicant (or by a parent(s)/guardian(s) for minors)

2. Passport

• Valid for at least three months beyond intended stay in Ukraine
• Issued within the last 10 years
• Must contain at least 2 blank pages

3. Photo

• One (1) photograph taken in the past 6 months
• 34x45 in color
• Preferably biometric and with white background
• With neutral facial expression, with his/her eyes open and mouth closed
• The photograph of a person, who for religious or medical reasons is wearing a headcover, must
• Show the person's cheeks, chin, and forehead.

4. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• If you are a non-citizen in the country you apply, you must submit a residence permit card.

5. Travel Health Insurance

• Must cover the possible expenses related to repatriation, for health reasons, urgent medical assistance, and/or urgent hospitalization, with the minimum coverage of EUR 30.000
• Needs to be valid in Ukraine for the entire stay

6. Proof of Sufficient Funds

• Bank statement for 3 recent months, in addition to balance certificate
• Letter from the applicant’s employer confirming their coverage of the applicant’s expenses in Ukraine.

7. Flight Reservation or Proof of Intended Transport

8. Proof of Travel Purpose

• An invitation letter issued by Ukraine’s relevant government authority which implements respective cultural, educational, scientific, sport or volunteering programs; or
• An invitation letter issued by an entity/institution/organization engaging volunteers in their activities accompanied by a copy of that entity/institution/organization’s state registration certificate.

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Ukraine Cultural/Educational/Scientific/Sport/Volunteer Visa

The average processing time for a Ukraine Cultural/Educational/Scientific/Sport/Volunteer visa is 5-15 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Ukraine Cultural/Educational/Scientific/Sport/Volunteer Visa Fee

Ukraine Cultural/Educational/Scientific/Sport/Volunteer visa fee is 65 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Ukraine Cultural/Educational/Scientific/Sport/Volunteer Visa?

You will apply for the Ukraine Cultural/Educational/Scientific/Sport/Volunteer visa in Ukraine visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Ukraine transit visas are granted in cases where a foreign national/stateless person intends to transit through Ukraine and each transit period does not exceed five days.

Required Documents for Ukraine Transit Visa

1. Application Form

• Filled out online printed and personally signed in two places by the applicant (or by the parent(s)/guardian(s) for minors)

2. Passport

• Valid for at least three months beyond intended stay in Ukraine
• Issued within the last 10 years
• Must contain at least 2 blank pages

3. Photo

• One (1) photograph taken in the past 6 months
• 34x45 in color
• Preferably biometric and with white background
• With neutral facial expression, with his/her eyes open and mouth closed
• The photograph of a person, who for religious or medical reasons is wearing a headcover, must show the person's cheeks, chin, and forehead.

4. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• If you are a non-citizen in the country you apply, you must submit a residence permit card.

5. Travel Health Insurance

• Must cover the possible expenses related to repatriation, for health reasons, urgent medical assistance, and/or urgent hospitalization, with the minimum coverage of EUR 30.000
• Needs to be valid in Ukraine for the entire stay

6. Proof of Sufficient Funds

• Bank statement for 3 recent months, in addition to balance certificate

7. Visa for Another Country (if required) and Tickets

8. Document(s) Confirming that Passengers/Cargo are to Transit through Ukraine by Car/Coach

9. International Carrier License Issued by the Relevant Authority of a Foreign State

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Ukraine Transit Visa

The average processing time for a Ukraine Transit visa is  5-15 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Ukraine Transit Visa Fee

Ukraine Transit visa fee is 65 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Ukraine Transit Visa?

You will apply for the Ukraine Transit visa in Ukraine visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Ukraine Long-term (D type) Visa

Long-term (type D) Ukrainian visas are issued as multiple entry visas for 90 days (unless otherwise stipulated by legislation or international treaties of Ukraine). This visa authorizes an applicant to enter Ukraine and apply to local offices of the State Migration Service of Ukraine for a temporary residence permit.

There are the following subcategories of Ukraine long-term visa:

• Study
• Work
• International Technical Assistance
• Cultural/educational/scientific/sport/volunteer
• Religious/missionary
• Diplomatic/consular missions and international organizations
• Spouse
• Family reunification with a foreigner Cultural/educational/scientific/sport/volunteer
• Immigration

Ukraine Study (Long-term) Visa

Ukraine Study visas are designated for persons intending to study in Ukraine.

Required Documents for Ukraine Study (Long-term) Visa

1. Application Form

• Filled out online printed and personally signed in two places by the applicant (or by the parent(s)/guardian(s) for minors)

2. Passport

• Valid for at least three months beyond intended stay in Ukraine
• Issued within the last 10 years
• Must contain at least 2 blank pages

3. Photo

• One (1) photograph taken in the past 6 months
• 34x45 in color
• Preferably biometric and with white background
• With neutral facial expression, with his/her eyes open and mouth closed
• The photograph of a person, who for religious or medical reasons is wearing a headcover, must show the person's cheeks, chin, and forehead.

4. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• If you are a non-citizen in the country you apply, you must submit a residence permit card.

5. Travel Health Insurance

• Must cover the possible expenses related to repatriation, for health reasons, urgent medical assistance, and/or urgent hospitalization, with the minimum coverage of EUR 30.000
• Needs to be valid in Ukraine for the entire stay

6. Proof of Sufficient Funds

• Bank statement for 3 recent months, in addition to balance certificate
• In the absence of a bank account, proof of other assets has to be provided.

7. Flight Reservation or Proof Of Intended Transport

• Reservation for return flight or supporting documents for other means of travel with an itinerary

8. Original of the Letter of Invitation issued by the Relevant Ukrainian University

9. Original of the Diploma of the Previous Graduation Establishment and an Appendix with Disciplines/Marks Apostilled and Legalized from MFA and from the Embassy

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Ukraine Study (Long-term) Visa

The average processing time for a Ukraine Study (Long-term) visa is 5-15 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Ukraine Study (Long-term) Visa Fee

Ukraine Study (Long-term) visa fee is 65 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Ukraine Study (Long-term) Visa?

You will apply for the Ukraine Study (Long-term) visa in Ukraine visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Ukraine International Technical Assistance Visa

Ukraine International Technical Assistance Visas are designated for International technical assistance project members.

Required Documents for Ukraine International Technical Assistance Visa

1. Application Form

• Filled out online printed and personally signed in two places by the applicant

2. Passport

• Valid for at least three months beyond intended stay in Ukraine
• Issued within the last 10 years
• Must contain at least 2 blank pages

3. Photo

• One (1) photograph taken in the past 6 months
• 34x45 in color
• Preferably biometric and with white background
• with neutral facial expression, with his/her eyes open and mouth closed
• The photograph of a person, who for religious or medical reasons is wearing a headcover, must show the person's cheeks, chin, and forehead.

4. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• If you are a non-citizen in the country you apply, you must submit a residence permit card.

5. Travel Health Insurance

• Must cover the possible expenses related to repatriation, for health reasons, urgent medical assistance, and/or urgent hospitalization, with the minimum coverage of EUR 30.000
• Needs to be valid in Ukraine for the entire stay

6. Proof of Sufficient Funds

• Bank statement for 3 recent months, in addition to balance certificate
• In the absence of a bank account, proof of other assets has to be provided.

7. Flight Reservation or Proof of Intended Transport

• Reservation for return flight or supporting documents for other means of travel with an itinerary

8. An invitation letter issued by a relevant Ukraine’s state authority/entity/organization which is a recipient of international technical assistance

9. Confirmation of registration of the relevant international technical assistance project with the Ministry of Economic Development and Trade of Ukraine

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Ukraine International Technical Assistance Visa

The average processing time for a Ukraine International Technical Assistance visa is 5-15 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Ukraine International Technical Assistance Visa Fee

Ukraine International Technical Assistance visa fee is 65 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Ukraine International Technical Assistance Visa?

You will apply for the Ukraine International Technical Assistance visa in Ukraine visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Ukraine Religious/Missionary (Long-term) Visa

Ukraine Religious/Missionary visas are designated for travelers invited by a religious organization in Ukraine for long-term performance of religious/missionary activities.

Required Documents for Ukraine Religious/Missionary (Long-term) Visa

1. Application Form

• Filled out online printed and personally signed in two places by the applicant

2. Passport

• Valid for at least three months beyond intended stay in Ukraine
• Issued within the last 10 years
• Must contain at least 2 blank pages

3. Photo

• One (1) photograph taken in the past 6 months
• 34x45 in color
• Preferably biometric and with white background
• With neutral facial expression, with his/her eyes open and mouth closed
• The photograph of a person, who for religious or medical reasons is wearing a headcover, must show the person's cheeks, chin, and forehead.

4. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• If you are a non-citizen in the country you apply, you must submit a residence permit card.

5. Travel Health Insurance

• Must cover the possible expenses related to repatriation, for health reasons, urgent medical assistance, and/or urgent hospitalization, with the minimum coverage of EUR 30.000
• Needs to be valid in Ukraine for the entire stay

6. Proof of Sufficient Funds

• Bank statement for 3 recent months, in addition to balance certificate
• In the absence of a bank account, proof of other assets has to be provided.

7. Flight Reservation or Proof of Intended Transport

8. An Invitation Letter issued by a Religious Organization Duly Registered in Ukraine for Long-term Performance of Religious/Missionary/Canonical Activities Accompanied by a Letter issued by Ukraine’s State Authority which has Registered that Religious Organization

• e.g. Ukraine’s Ministry for Culture / Department on Religious Matters of the relevant regional or city-state administration.

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Ukraine Religious/Missionary (Long-term) Visa

The average processing time for a Ukraine Religious/Missionary visa is 5-15 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Ukraine Religious/Missionary Visa (Long-term) Fee

Ukraine Religious/Missionary visa fee is 65 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Ukraine Religious/Missionary (Long-term) Visa?

You will apply for the Ukraine Religious/Missionary visa in Ukraine visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Ukraine Spouse Visa

Ukraine Spouse visas are designated for spouses of Ukrainian citizens.

Required Documents for Ukraine Spouse Visa

1. Application Form

• Filled out online printed and personally signed in two places by the applicant

2. Passport

• Valid for at least three months beyond intended stay in Ukraine
• Issued within the last 10 years
• Must contain at least 2 blank pages

3. Photo

• One (1) photograph taken in the past 6 months
• 34x45 in color
• Preferably biometric and with white background
• With neutral facial expression, with his/her eyes open and mouth closed
• The photograph of a person, who for religious or medical reasons is wearing a headcover, must show the person's cheeks, chin, and forehead.

4. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• If you are a non-citizen in the country you apply, you must submit a residence permit card.

5. Travel Health Insurance

• Must cover the possible expenses related to repatriation, for health reasons, urgent medical assistance, and/or urgent hospitalization, with the minimum coverage of EUR 30.000
• Needs to be valid in Ukraine for the entire stay

6. Proof of Sufficient Funds

• Bank statement for 3 recent months, in addition to balance certificate
• In the absence of a bank account, proof of other assets has to be provided.

7. Flight Reservation or Proof of Intended Transport

8. Original of a Marriage Certificate on Registration of Marriage Between the Applicant and a National/Citizen of Ukraine

• Marriage certificates issued by foreign countries should be apostilled (legalized) and translated into Ukrainian as well as duly certified.

9. A Copy of Ukrainian Citizen’s Internal Passport

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Ukraine Spouse Visa

The average processing time for a Ukraine Spouse visa is 5-15 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Ukraine Spouse Visa Fee

Ukraine Spouse visa fee is 65 USD.  The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Ukraine Spouse Visa?

You will apply for the Ukraine Spouse visa in Ukraine visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Ukraine Family Reunification Visa

Ukraine Family Reunification visas are designated for family reunification with a foreigner or stateless person legally residing in Ukraine.

Required Documents for Ukraine Family Reunification Visa

1. Application Form

• Filled out online printed and personally signed in two places by the applicant (or by the parent(s)/guardian(s) for minors)

2. Passport

• Valid for at least three months beyond intended stay in Ukraine
• Issued within the last 10 years
• Must contain at least 2 blank pages

3. Photo

• One (1) photograph taken in the past 6 months
• 34x45 in color
• Preferably biometric and with white background
• With neutral facial expression, with his/her eyes open and mouth closed
• The photograph of a person, who for religious or medical reasons is wearing a headcover, must show the person's cheeks, chin, and forehead.

4. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• If you are a non-citizen in the country you apply, you must submit a residence permit card.

5. Travel Health Insurance

• Must cover the possible expenses related to repatriation, for health reasons, urgent medical assistance, and/or urgent hospitalization, with the minimum coverage of EUR 30.000
• Needs to be valid in Ukraine for the entire stay

6. Proof of Sufficient Funds

• Bank statement for 3 recent months, in addition to balance certificate
• Letter from the applicant’s employer confirming their coverage of applicant’s expenses in Ukraine.

7. Flight Reservation or Proof of Intended Transport

8. Proof of Eligibility

• Document(s) confirming that the applicant is a family member of a foreigner/stateless person residing in Ukraine upon a temporary residence permit accompanied by a copy of that foreigner/stateless person’s temporary residence permit as well as proof of that foreigner/stateless person’s sufficient funds to cover applicant’s expenses in Ukraine (e.g. bank statement for 2 recent months, bank cards along with current/savings account balance statements provided the bank cards can be cashed in Ukraine, cash in Ukrainian hryvnia/other convertible currency, accommodation arrangements, etc.). Certificates issued by foreign countries should be apostilled (legalized) and translated into Ukrainian as well as duly certified; or
• Document(s) confirming that the applicant is a family member of a foreigner/stateless person who has been granted refuge/temporary protection in Ukraine. Certificates issued by foreign countries should be apostilled (legalized) and translated into Ukrainian as well as duly certified.

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Ukraine Family Reunification Visa

The average processing time for a Ukraine Family Reunification visa is 5-15 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Ukraine Family Reunification Visa Fee

Ukraine Family Reunification visa fee is 65 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Ukraine Family Reunification Visa?

You will apply for the Ukraine Family Reunification visa in Ukraine visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Ukraine Immigration Visa

Ukraine Immigration visas are designated for persons intending to immigrate to Ukraine.

Required Documents for Ukraine Immigration Visa

1. Application Form

• Filled out online printed and personally signed in two places by the applicant (or by a parent(s)/guardian(s) for minors)

2. Passport

• Valid for at least three months beyond intended stay in Ukraine
• Issued within the last 10 years
• Must contain at least 2 blank pages

3. Photo

• One (1) photograph taken in the past 6 months
• 34x45 in color
• Preferably biometric and with white background
• With neutral facial expression, with his/her eyes open and mouth closed
• The photograph of a person, who for religious or medical reasons is wearing a headcover, must show the person's cheeks, chin, and forehead.

4. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• If you are a non-citizen in the country you apply, you must submit a residence permit card.

5. Travel Health Insurance

• Must cover the possible expenses related to repatriation, for health reasons, urgent medical assistance, and/or urgent hospitalization, with the minimum coverage of EUR 30.000
• Needs to be valid in Ukraine for the entire stay

6. Proof of Sufficient Funds

• Bank statement for 3 recent months, in addition to balance certificate
• In the absence of a bank account, proof of other assets has to be provided.

7. Flight Reservation or Proof of Intended Transport

8. A Copy of the Immigration Permit Issued by a Local Office of Ukraine’s State Migration Service

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Ukraine Immigration Visa

The average processing time for a Ukraine Immigration visa is 5-15 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Ukraine Immigration Visa Fee

Ukraine Immigration visa fee is 65 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Ukraine Immigration Visa?

You will apply for the Ukraine Immigration visa in Ukraine visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Ukraine Work (Long-term) Visa

Ukraine Work visas are designated for persons intending to work in Ukraine.

Required Documents for Ukraine Work (Long-term) Visa

1. Application Form

• Filled out online printed and personally signed in two places by the applicant (or by the parent(s)/guardian(s) for minors)

2. Passport

• Valid for at least three months beyond intended stay in Ukraine
• Issued within the last 10 years
• Must contain at least 2 blank pages

3. Photo

• One (1) photograph taken in the past 6 months
• 34x45 in color
• Preferably biometric and with white background
• With neutral facial expression, with his/her eyes open and mouth closed
• The photograph of a person, who for religious or medical reasons is wearing a headcover, must show the person's cheeks, chin, and forehead.

4. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• If you are a non-citizen in the country you apply, you must submit a residence permit card.

5. Travel Health Insurance

• Must cover the possible expenses related to repatriation, for health reasons, urgent medical assistance, and/or urgent hospitalization, with the minimum coverage of EUR 30.000
• Needs to be valid in Ukraine for the entire stay

6. Proof of Sufficient Funds

• Bank statement for 3 recent months, in addition to balance certificate
• Letter from the applicant’s employer confirming their coverage of applicant’s expenses in Ukraine.

7. Flight Reservation or Proof of Intended Transport

8.  Invitation (proof) letter by Ukrainian organization:

     If work at Ukraine’s company:

• A certified copy of the work permit issued by Ukraine’s State Centre for Employment (to be obtained by the applicant’s employer in Ukraine in advance and sent to the applicant);
• Certificate of a person of Ukrainian descent issued by Ukraine’s National Committee on Persons of Ukrainian Descent and a copy of a work/employment contract.

     If work/employment at a foreign non-governmental organization (branch/office) registered in Ukraine:

• An invitation letter issued by a foreign non-governmental organization (branch/office) duly registered in Ukraine

     If work/employment at a branch of foreign Mass Media in Ukraine:

• An invitation letter issued by a branch of a foreign Mass Media duly registered in Ukraine

     If work/employment at a branch of a foreign company registered in Ukraine:

• An invitation letter issued by a foreign company duly registered in Ukraine

     If work/employment at a branch of foreign bank registered in Ukraine:

• An invitation letter issued by a branch of a foreign bank registered in Ukraine

*Additional documents can be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Ukraine Work (Long-term) Visa

The average processing time for a Ukraine Work (Long-term) visa is 5-15 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Ukraine Work (Long-term) Visa Fee

Ukraine Work (Long-term) visa fee is 65 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Ukraine Work (Long-term) Visa?

You will apply for the Ukraine Work (Long-term) visa in Ukraine visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.

Ukraine Diplomatic/Consular Missions and International Organizations Visa

Ukraine Diplomatic/Consular Missions and International Organizations visas are designated for persons invited by foreign Diplomatic mission/International organization to Ukraine.

Required Documents for Ukraine Diplomatic/Consular Missions and International Organizations Visa

1. Application Form

• Filled out online printed and personally signed in two places by the applicant 

2. Passport

• Valid for at least three months beyond intended stay in Ukraine
• Issued within the last 10 years
• Must contain at least 2 blank pages

3. Photo

• One (1) photograph taken in the past 6 months
• 34x45 in color
• Preferably biometric and with white background
• With neutral facial expression, with his/her eyes open and mouth closed
• The photograph of a person, who for religious or medical reasons is wearing a headcover, must show the person's cheeks, chin, and forehead.

4. National Identity Card and Resident Permit/Visa Copy (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

• If you are a non-citizen in the country you apply, you must submit a residence permit card.

5. A Relevant Official Letter/Verbal Note of a Foreign State’s Authority/Diplomatic Mission/International Organization (office).

*Additional documents may be required by the embassy.

Processing Time for Ukraine Diplomatic/Consular Missions and International Organizations Visa

The average processing time for a Ukraine Diplomatic/Consular Missions and International Organizations visa is 5-15 calendar days. It depends on your visa application country.

Ukraine Diplomatic/Consular Missions and International Organizations Visa Fee

Ukraine Diplomatic/Consular Missions and International Organizations visa fee is 65 USD. The fee may vary depending on your nationality or your country of submission.

Where to Apply for Ukraine Diplomatic/Consular Missions and International Organizations Visa?

You will apply for the Ukraine Diplomatic/Consular Missions and International Organizations visa in Ukraine visa application centers, embassies, or consulates, whichever accepts visa applications in your country of residence. If there is none of them in your country, you need to apply to the nearest embassy or consulate to your location.