Ukraine Passport Rules for UK Travellers
Quick answer: FCDO advises against travel to some parts of Ukraine. Your passport must be valid for the whole of your stay in Ukraine if you visit without a visa. British citizens can visit without a visa for up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
Ukraine travel requirements at a glance
Valid for your whole stay
Not needed, 90 days in 180
Immigration card and fingerprints
Proof may be requested
Official source: GOV.UK Ukraine entry requirements.
Passport rules: quick summary
- Passport valid for your whole stay
- Visa-free for 90 days in 180
- Complete an immigration card at the border
- FCDO advises against travel to parts
Passport validity for Ukraine
GOV.UK says your passport must be valid for the whole length of your stay in Ukraine.
There is no extra period of validity needed beyond your stay, but airlines may have their own rules. Check with your travel provider.
Visas
British citizen passport holders can enter Ukraine without a visa for up to 90 days in a 180-day period. Ukraine has confirmed this applies until 30 January 2027.
For longer stays you need a visa. If you overstay, you will be fined and may be barred from returning for 90 days.
Arriving and border checks
At the border you must complete an immigration card, may be asked to scan your fingerprints, and must have evidence of sufficient funds such as cash, bank cards with statements, bookings or return tickets.
It is illegal to enter through a border point not controlled by the Ukrainian authorities. The borders with Belarus and Russia are closed.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need 6 months on my passport for Ukraine?
No. GOV.UK says your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay in Ukraine.
Do I need a visa for Ukraine?
No, not for visits of up to 90 days in a 180-day period. GOV.UK says this applies to British citizens until 30 January 2027.
What do I need to show at the Ukrainian border?
You must complete an immigration card and have evidence of sufficient funds. You may also be asked to scan your fingerprints.