Ukraine Tourist Visa Application Process
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    Ukraine Tourist Visa Application Process

    Immigration Expert
    Apr 21, 202518 min read

    Ukraine Tourist Visa Application Process

    Citizens of countries that are not visa exempt and wish to visit Ukraine as tourists must obtain a Ukrainian tourist visa.

    Ukraine short-term (C type) visas are a type of visa that allows foreign nationals to stay in Ukraine for up to 90 days within 6 months. The Ukraine tourist visa is valid for 6 months and can be issued for single, double or multiple passage.

    Who Should Apply for a Ukraine Tourist Visa?

    Situations requiring a Ukraine tourist visa are listed below.

    • Traveling to Ukraine as a tourist
    • Going to Ukraine to study language
    • Commercial activities
    • Family visits
    • Internship applications
    • Medical treatments
    • Official duties

    Ukraine does not require visas from citizens of the Republic of Türkiye for trips up to 90 days. Turkish citizens can visit Ukraine without a passport with their new ID cards with chips.

    What are the Required Documents for a Ukraine Tourist Visa?

    The documents required for a Ukraine tourist visa are given below.

    • Passport:
      • The visa must be valid for at least 3 months from the date of application.
      • Must have at least 2 blank pages
      • Must have been issued within the last 10 years
    • Application form filled and signed by the applicant
    • 1 biometric photo
      • Must be 35x45 mm in size
      • The background must be white
      • Must be current, taken within the last 6 months
    • Travel health insurance with a coverage of 30,000 Euros covering the travel dates
    • Document proving financial situation
      • The applicant's personal bank account statement for the last 2 months
    • Receipt showing that the Ukrainian tourist visa fee has been paid
    • Evidence of travel information
      • Original voucher showing the duration of stay in Ukraine (stamped from both the agency in Ukraine and Türkiye)
      • Confirmation of hotel and accommodation reservations (must show accommodation program and time slots)
      • Transportation transfer details
      • Tourist institution information

    The documents required for a Ukrainian tourist visa must be prepared with complete and accurate statements.

    What is a Ukraine Tourist Visa Application Letter?

    Ukraine tourist visa application letter is a document that states the reason and details of the trip to Ukraine. The Ukraine tourist visa application letter should include the applicant's name and surname, travel plan in Ukraine, transportation details and details of the duration of stay, and the reason for going to Ukraine.

    The Ukraine tourist visa application letter must be submitted to the Ukraine visa application center authorized by the province of residence with the signature of the applicant.

    What should be the photo specifications for Ukraine Tourist Visa?

    The photo required for a Ukrainian tourist visa must have colored biometric features. When applying for a Ukrainian tourist visa, 1 passport photo must be submitted to the Ukrainian consulate. The dimensions of the photo for a Ukrainian tourist visa must be 35 mm wide and 45 mm high. The background of the photo for a Ukrainian tourist visa must be white. The biometric photo for a Ukrainian tourist visa must not be older than 6 months. The head measurements in the biometric photo for a Ukrainian tourist visa must cover 70%-80% of the photo.

    If the photo requirements for a Ukraine tourist visa application are not met, the visa application will not be accepted.

    What is the Financing Plan for Ukraine Tourist Visa?

    A financial plan for a tourist visa to Ukraine is a document that shows how expenses will be covered during the planned trip.

    Applicants for a Ukrainian tourist visa must meet the financial plan determined by the Ukrainian Consulate. The account statement showing the last two months of account movements of personal bank accounts registered in the names of applicants for a Ukrainian tourist visa can be used as a financial plan document.

    The bank statement for the Ukraine tourist visa must be obtained immediately before applying for the Ukraine tourist visa and must contain up-to-date information from the last 10 days.

    For the Ukraine tourist visa, the applicant must have a daily budget of at least 50 USD in his bank account, corresponding to the planned number of days.

    How to Apply for a Ukraine Tourist Visa?

    After preparing the necessary documents for the Ukraine tourist visa application, such as passport, visa application form (letter), biometric photo, travel health insurance, a copy of the bank statement with a wet signature, and travel-related documents including accommodation and transportation information, an appointment is made with the VFS Global intermediary institution and the application is made by submitting the necessary documents on the appointment day.

    Ukraine tourist visa application fee is paid to VFS Global intermediaries or accredited agencies on the appointment day.

    For information and application: 0850 241 1868

    How Much Is the Ukraine Tourist Visa Application Fee?

    The Ukraine tourist visa application fee is 65 USD for 2021.

    The services provided by the intermediary institution that can be used for Ukraine tourist visa application are given below.

    Filling Out Forms and Petitions60 TL
    Biometric Photo Shooting25 TL
    Photocopying and Printing1 TL
    Messenger60 TL
    SMS5 TL
    Rush Hour Application Submission150 TL
    VIP – Premium Lounge300 TL

    How to Apply for a Ukraine Tourist Visa for Minors Under 18?

    Application for a Ukrainian tourist visa for minors under 18 years of age is possible with a notarized permission document from the applicant's parents.

    Minors who are traveling to Ukraine with both parents or legal guardians do not need a permit. Minors under the age of 18 have limited Ukrainian tourist visa rights and cannot travel abroad without the consent of their parents or, if their parents are not alive, their legal guardians.

    When Will the Ukraine Tourist Visa Application Be Concluded?

    The processing time for Ukrainian tourist visa applications is approximately 10 working days.

    Those who will apply for a Ukrainian tourist visa must apply to intermediary institutions at least 15-20 days before the planned trip with the necessary documents such as passport, Ukrainian tourist visa application form, travel health insurance, travel documents containing transportation and accommodation information, biometric photo, bank account book and receipt showing that the Ukrainian tourist visa application fee has been paid.

    The results for the Ukraine tourist visa are notified via SMS to the phone number provided by the applicant. Applications can be tracked on the website of the intermediary institution where the Ukraine tourist visa application was made.

    How to Appeal Ukraine Tourist Visa Application Rejection?

    If the Ukraine tourist visa application is rejected, applicants have the right to appeal this situation.

    Ukrainian consular authorities have the right to reject a visa application in cases where the applicant may pose a risk to national security or public order, public health, the protection of the rights and legal interests of Ukrainian citizens, and in cases where the applicant for a Ukrainian tourist visa submits false/deceptive documents.

    Ukrainian consular authorities must give reasons for refusing a Ukrainian tourist visa.

    In case of a Ukrainian tourist visa rejection, the applicant can appeal by writing an objection petition to the Ukrainian Consulate authorities within 1 month from the date of visa rejection. The evaluation of a Ukrainian tourist visa rejection appeal takes 1 month.

    Can I go to other European countries with a Ukrainian Tourist Visa?

    Since Ukraine is not a Schengen member country, it is not possible to visit Schengen countries with a Ukrainian tourist visa.

    Where to Go with a Ukraine Tourist Visa?

    It is not possible to travel to any country outside Ukraine with a Ukrainian tourist visa.

    People who have a Ukrainian tourist visa have the right to visit all cities within the borders of Ukraine.

    What are the Tourist Places in Ukraine?

    The touristic places in Ukraine that can be visited with a Ukraine visa are listed below.

    • Odessa
    • Poltava
    • Myrhorod
    • Chernihiv
    • Chernivtsi
    • Bakota
    • Uzhhorod

    What are the Other Types of Ukraine Visas Similar to the Ukraine Tourist Visa?

    Other types of Ukraine visas similar to the Ukraine tourist visa are given below.

    • Ukraine business visa
    • Ukraine official visitor visa
    • Ukrainian press worker visa
    • Ukraine medical treatment visa
    • Visa for persons of Ukrainian origin
    • Ukraine special visit visa
    • Ukraine property owner visa
    • Ukraine investor visa
    • Ukraine religious activity visa
    • Ukraine international passenger/cargo transportation visa
    • Ukraine official observer visa

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