Ukraine visa options for United Kingdom passport holders

Visa types & longer-stay routes for Ukraine

Rules are written for third-country foreign nationals; visa-free terms describe the 80+ countries (incl. US, EU, UK, Canada) with bilateral agreements, while visa routes apply to nationals of countries not covered by visa-free entry.

• Most nomadsTourist

  Visa-free short stay (tourist)

  Up to 90 days within any 180-day period (varies by bilateral agreement; verify)

  Insurance

  Requiredvalid medical insurance covering the full stay (min EUR 30,000, incl. hospitalization, emergency evacuation and repatriation) is mandatory at the border; standard policies often exclude martial-law/war zones, so verify Ukraine coverage

  Good for

  Nationals of 80+ visa-exempt countries (incl. US, EU, UK, Canada) visiting for tourism, family or short business

  Requirement

  Valid passport, completed immigration card, proof of sufficient funds and purpose of trip; biometrics may be taken at the border

• Tourist

  Short-term (Type C) visa

  Up to 90 days within the visa's validity (single/double/multiple entry; verify)

  Insurance

  Requiredmandatory medical policy covering the full stay (min EUR 30,000); issued by a Ukrainian insurer or a foreign insurer with assistance in Ukraine

  Good for

  Nationals of countries NOT covered by visa-free entry, travelling for tourism, family or short business

  Requirement

  Apply at a Ukrainian embassy/consulate abroad with passport, proof of purpose and funds; an e-Visa exists for ~40+ nationalities but issuance has been intermittent under martial law - confirm availability

• Work

  Employment (Type D, e.g. D-04) visa

  D visa issued for up to 90 days (multiple entry); used to obtain a Temporary Residence Permit valid for the work-permit period

  Insurance

  Requiredmedical insurance (min ~EUR 30,000, valid 90+ days) for the D visa, plus proof of health insurance for the residence permit

  Good for

  Foreigners hired by a Ukrainian employer who hold a work permit

  Requirement

  Employer-obtained work permit from the State Employment Service, then D-visa application at a consulate; apply for a Temporary Residence Permit within the visa validity

• Study

  Student (Type D) visa

  D visa up to 90 days, then a Temporary Residence Permit covering the study period

  Insurance

  Requiredhealth insurance policy is required both for the visa and for university enrollment

  Good for

  Foreigners enrolled at a Ukrainian university or educational institution for stays over 90 days

  Requirement

  Official study invitation from the university plus legalized/apostilled prior-education documents; D-visa application at a consulate

• Residence

  Family reunification (Type D, D-14/D-15) visa

  D visa up to 90 days, then a Temporary Residence Permit tied to the family basis

  Insurance

  Requiredmedical insurance (min ~EUR 30,000) for the D visa and proof of insurance for the residence permit

  Good for

  Spouses or close family of Ukrainian citizens (D-14) or of foreign residence-permit holders in Ukraine (D-15)

  Requirement

  Legalized marriage/birth certificate and the relative's passport or Ukrainian residence card; D-visa application at a consulate followed by TRP

• Residence

  Immigration / permanent residence (Type D, D-01)

  D visa up to 90 days; leads to a Permanent Residence Permit (indefinite)

  Insurance

  Requiredfor the D visa; permanent residents are generally exempt from showing proof of insurance at the border once resident - verify

  Good for

  Foreigners granted an immigration permit (e.g. investors, family of citizens, recognised specialists) seeking permanent residence

  Requirement

  Immigration permit from the State Migration Service (subject to annual quotas/categories), then D-visa application and permanent residence registration

• Transit

  Transit (Type B) visa

  Approx. 5 days per transit (single/double/multiple entry, up to ~1-year validity; verify)

  Insurance

  Requiredmedical insurance valid for the transit period is part of mandatory entry documents

  Good for

  Visa-required nationals passing through Ukraine to a third country

  Requirement

  Onward visa/ticket and documents proving the right to enter the destination country, applied for at a Ukrainian consulate

Ukraine is under martial law (extended to at least 2 Aug 2026) with enhanced border screening and active-war exclusions on most insurance; verify current rules with a Ukrainian consulate before travel. Last checked: 2026-06.

Last verified June 2026

United Kingdom → Ukraine: frequently asked

Do United Kingdom passport holders need a visa to visit Ukraine?

Visa-free · up to 90 days. Enter without a visa, usually for a set number of days. Always confirm with the official source before booking.

Can a United Kingdom passport holder live or work long-term in Ukraine?

Yes, via a long-stay visa. Ukraine has 7 documented visa types covering work, study, residence and — where it exists — digital-nomad routes.

Do I need travel insurance for Ukraine?

Entry to Ukraine never includes health cover, so travel medical insurance is strongly recommended. Several Ukraine visas also require proof of insurance before they're granted.