United States
Ukraine
Ukraine visa for US citizens
Entry requirement
Ukraine admits US citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at usa.mfa.gov.ua
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Ukrainian citizens travelling to the United States
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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.
US citizens planning a trip to Ukraine can compare how foreign ministries rate it: 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).
Good to know
How long US citizens can stay in Ukraine
US citizens may stay in Ukraine for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Ukraine.
Ukraine’s neighbours for US citizens
Poland, Moldova, Hungary, Slovakia and Romania admit US citizens visa-free. Russia requires US citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Ukrainian citizens travelling to the United States
The United States requires Ukrainian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Do US citizens need a visa for Ukraine?
Ukraine admits US citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can US citizens stay in Ukraine?
US citizens can stay in Ukraine for up to 90 days.
Do Ukrainian citizens need a visa for the United States?
The United States requires Ukrainian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Can US citizens enter Ukraine visa-free?
Yes, US citizens can enter Ukraine without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.