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Ukraine visa for British citizens
Entry requirement
British citizens do not need a visa for Ukraine: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at uk.mfa.gov.ua
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Ukrainian citizens travelling to the United Kingdom
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Travel advice for Ukraine
- US State Department Level 4: Do not travel
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all travel to parts of the country
- German Foreign Office Travel warning for the whole country (Reisewarnung)
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from the United Kingdom to Ukraine, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Ukraine at Level 4, do not travel (updated 27 August 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all travel to parts of Ukraine (updated 2 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a travel warning (Reisewarnung) for Ukraine (updated 13 October 2026). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
How long British citizens can stay in Ukraine
British citizens may stay in Ukraine for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Ukraine.
Ukraine’s neighbours for British citizens
Poland, Moldova, Hungary, Slovakia, Belarus and Romania admit British citizens visa-free. Russia requires British citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Ukrainian citizens travelling to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom requires Ukrainian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do British citizens need a visa for Ukraine?
British citizens do not need a visa for Ukraine: stays of up to 90 days are visa-free.
How long can British citizens stay in Ukraine?
British citizens can stay in Ukraine for up to 90 days.
Do Ukrainian citizens need a visa for the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom requires Ukrainian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Can British citizens enter Ukraine visa-free?
Yes, British citizens can enter Ukraine without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.