VISA ASSISTANCE (VISA TO UKRAINE)
The new Rules will enter into effect on 11 September 2011 and provide for only 3 types of entry visas to Ukraine:
(a) transit (type B);
Tourist Visa Invitation Letter
Ukraine Visa 100 %
Ukraine Visa Invitation : Ukraine Visa Copies: Ukraine Business Visa
The short-term visa (type C) is issued for individuals who intend to stay in Ukraine for up to 90 days within 180 days from the date of first entry. This visa may be issued for one, two or multiple entries for the duration indicated in the application but not exceeding five years. This type of visa will be issued for all short term visit purposes, including tourist, private, business, and medical, based on an invitation letter or other document which substantiates the purpose of the visit of a foreign national into Ukraine. Family members of Ukrainian citizens or foreigners that have a temporary or permanent residence permit must submit documents proving their family connection (e.g., marriage certificate) instead of the official invitation letter.
Please note Incoming Tour Operator provides assistance for A SHORT-TERM TOURIST VISA ONLY.
LIST OF COUNTRIES WHICH HAVE VISA FREE REGIME WITH UKRAINE (FOR TRAVELLING ONLY)
Andorra
Greece
Netherlands
Norway
Paraguay
Poland
Portugal
Romania
Russian Federation
San Marino
Serbia
Brunei Darussalam
Korea, Republic of
Slovakia
Bulgaria
Kyrgyzstan
Slovenia
Canada
Latvia
Spain
Croatia
Liechtenstein
Sweden
Cyprus
Lithuania
Switzerland
Czech Republic
Luxembourg
Tajikistan
Denmark
Macedonia
The Holy See (State of the Vatican City)
Estonia
Malta
Turkey
Finland
Moldova
United Kingdom
France
Monaco
United States of America
Georgia
Mongolia
Uzbekistan
Germany
Montenegro
Citizens of the above-mentioned countries do not need visas to enter Ukraine or transit through its territory for the period of time of up to 90 days with a valid travel passport.
Visas are still required for citizens who enter Ukraine with the purpose of employment, permanent residency, study and work at the diplomatic missions in Ukraine or with any other purpose if they are going to stay in Ukraine for more than 90 days.
HOW, WHEN AND WHERE TO APPLY
Each of the above visas may be applied for at the most convenient Ukrainian Consular Office on the visa application form. You can print this form by this link: http://www.ukrconsul.org/visa/VISA.pdf.
You may apply for visa to Ukraine either at the Consular/Visa Section of the Embassy of Ukraine or at the Consulate General of Ukraine in your country. The period of visa processing - 10 working days.
Please be advised that the Consular Office does not accept any other kind of mail and does not bear responsibility for postal service. Any application received on Saturday, Sunday and official national or Ukrainian holidays (January 1 & 7, March 8, May 1-2 & 9, June 6, June 28, August 24) will be processed starting from the next business day.
List of the Embassies of Ukraine and Consulates General of Ukraine: http://mfa.gov.ua/en/about-mfa/abroad/embassies
LIST OF CITIZENS OF COUNTRIES WHO CAN GET A SHORT-TERM (15 DAYS) VISA AT THE BORYSPIL AIRPORT (FOR TRAVELLING ONLY)
Antigua and Barbuda
Mauritius
Seychelles
Barbados
Salvador
Top 10 places to visit in Ukraine
1- CRIMEAN RESORTS
Crimea is a fascinating region to explore, as well as a great place to spend a vacation. Across the centuries it has attracted settlers such as the Greeks, the Venetians and the Genoese - all of whom founded cities along the coast and inter-married with the local people. Crimean resorts is a prime vacation destination for millions of tourists from all over the world. Crimean health resorts are famous for their mineral waters as well as wines. Private enterprise is flourishing and well-stocked shops and good restaurants are the norm.
2- CARPATHIAN MOUNTAINS
Carpathian Mountains are considered to be the Green Pearl of Ukraine. It is one of the most popular resorts and tourist centers of the country. A beautiful mix of natural areas, forests, meadows, shepherds and humans living in harmony with nature is what makes the mountains so sttractive to tourists! An original nature of territory, beauty of its Alpine meadows and woods, rough rivers and mountain lakes, soft climate, curative mineral sources, the historical and architectural monuments can attract everyone to themselves. Thousands of tourists and people who like travels and adventures come here. The Ukrainian Carpathians are relatively gentle peaks that rise as high as 2061 m (Mt. Hoverla). The largest resorts are located in Slavsko, Bukovel, Tysovets, and Dragobrat. Some of the smaller resorts are in Krasiya, Dolyna, Beskid, Polyana, Synevir, Yaremche, Verkhovnya, Kosiv, and Yavoriv.
3- KYIV, THE CAPITAL OF UKRAINE
Kyiv (also known as Kiev), a scenic city of close to 3 million people situated on the Dnipro River, is the bustling capital of Ukraine. Ancient Kievan Rus, which reached its greatest period of ascendancy during the 11th and 12th centuries, was a center of trade routes between the Baltic and the Mediterranean. The city of Kyiv and the power of Kievan Rus were destroyed in 1240 by Mongol invaders and the lands of Kievan Rus were divided into principalities located to the west and north: Galicia, Volynia, Muscovy and later, Poland, Lithuania, and Russia. Once a powerful force on the European scene, Ukraine's fate in modern times has been decided in far-off capitals. As a result, modern Ukrainian history, for the most part, has been defined by foreign occupation.
4- LVIV, UKRAINE
Lviv is a very poetic city steeped in legends both ancient and relatively new. Narrow medieval streets paved with stones, architectural decoration done in different styles – all preserved in its original form. In ancient times Lviv was the capital of a mighty Slavic state called the Galicia-Volyn principality. Being a part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire and then Poland contributed to the formation of the city’s unique image. In spite of all the whims of history the city has not lost its Ukrainian spirit, and thank God, Lviv’s delicate architecture has not suffered from monstrosities of the Soviet Era. So it is no wonder that the central part of the city is included in the UNESCO list of World Heritage.
5- ODESA, UKRAINE
Odesa is referred to as the "Pearl of the Black Sea" is the 3rd largest city in Ukraine, the largest city along the Black Sea, and the most important city of Ukraine for trade. Odesa's mild climate, warm waters and sunlit beaches attract hundreds of thousands of people year around. Its shady lanes, beautiful lightly pastel buildings and cozy squares impart to the city a certain air of intimacy.
6- YALTA, UKRAINE
Steep mountain peaks serve as a lovely backdrop for Yalta the jewel of the Crimean peninsula. There is no surprise that the writer Anton Chekhov chose to live in this seaside resort—it seems to be a combination of Carmel California the French Riviera and Greece. Yalta (pop. 80 000) has exemplary resorts museums and beaches.
Places to see in Yalta: Livadia is the former Romanov vacation home used for the World War II conference of Stalin, Churchill, and Roosevelt. Chekhov’s former residence has been turned into a museum; inside one can find the writer’s medical bag (from his days as a doctor) and the piano Rachmaninov played when he visited.
7- KAMYANETS-PODILSKY, UKRAINE
Kamyanets-Podilsky, one of the oldest cities in Ukraine, is considered a phenomenon of great cultural importance. A rocky island skirted by the tight loop of the Smotrich River flowing in a picturesque canyon, served as a unique pedestal on which over more than a thousand years both well-known and anonymous masters created a miracle in stone. Kamyanets-Podilsky is striking for the harmonious blend of landscape and architecture.
The Old City's past is full of mystery. The precise age of Kamyanets-Podilsky has not until recently been ascertained. Some historians claimed that the city was founded at the beginning of our era by the Dacians during the Roman-Dacian wars. Allegedly, it was named Petridava or Klepidava (from the Greek "petra" or the Latin "lapis" meaning "stone" and the Dacian "dava" meaning "city").
8- CHERNIHIV, UKRAINE
Chernihiv has known human settlement for over 2,000 years. The region comprises a very important historic region, notable as early as the Kyivan Rus' period, when the oblast' cities of Chernihiv and Novhorod-Sivers'kiy were frequently mentioned. The city of Chernihiv was the second most important Ukrainian city during the Rus' period of Ukrainian history, often serving as a major regional capital.
9- SOPHIEVKA DENDRO PARK, UKRAINE
Uman dendro park Sophievka is the world's landscape architecture masterpiece of the end of 15th and the beginning of19th centuries. The park is spread over the territory of 154,7 h. and is situated at the outskirts of the ancient town Cherkassy, Uman region. It is considered to be the standard of the landscape composition of water, land, architectural works and sculptures. This masterpiece, which was created in the shortest period of time, still astounds the imagination of visitors. Unique sceneries, exotic plants and rare trees, sky-blue ponds, fountains and cascades, grottoes and antique sculptures…all this you can see visiting the park.
10- POLTAVA, UKRAINE
Located between Kharkiv and Kyiv in Ukraine, Poltava is best known as the site of a 1709 battle between a coalition of Cossacks, led by Mazepa, and the Swedes (Charles XII) against the Russian army of Czar Peter I. The subsequent Russian victory in battle established Russia’s prominent position in Europe and consequently Ukraine’s decline.
The battlefield and its monuments are the major draw. Places to see in the town include the October Park, the gun-barrel-shaped Column of Glory and the Spassky Church, which is actually an outer shell protecting an earlier, wooden church inside.
Places for kids
The new Rules will enter into effect on 11 September 2011 and provide for only 3 types of entry visas to Ukraine:
(a) transit (type B);
(b) short-term (type C);
(c) long-term (type D).
Ukraine Invitation Letter
No.
|
Type of Invitation/Visa Support
|
Price
|
Processing
Time
|
1-A
|
Ukraine Business 3-months
|
US$ 275
|
4-5 Days
|
1-B
|
Ukraine Business 6-months
|
US$ 375
|
4-5 Days
|
1-C
|
Ukraine Business 1-Year (multiple)
|
US$ 750
|
6-7 Days
|
2-A
|
Ukraine Business 1-Year (double Entry)
|
US$ 650
|
4-5 Days
|
2-B
|
Ukraine Sponsorship Visa (3-months)
|
US$ 325
|
4-5 Days
|
2-C
|
Ukraine Sponsorship Visa (6-months)
|
US$ 425
|
4-5 Days
|
3
|
Ukraine Tourist 1-month
|
US$ 150
|
24-Hours
|
4
|
Ukraine Study Visa
|
US$ 180 / 2990
|
7-10 Days
|
5
|
Ukraine Residence (Permanent)
|
US$ (8500-11500)
|
3-4 Weeks
|
6
|
Ukraine Work Permit 1-Year
|
US$ 2650
|
7-10 Days
|
(Additional
Charges – Courier)
Ukraine Invitation Letter
 |
| Ukraine Visa Invitation Letter |
 |
| Ukraine Tourist Invitation |
 |
| Ukraine Visa Copy |
 |
| Ukraine Visa from Embassy 100 % |
Ukraine Visa Invitation : Ukraine Visa Copies: Ukraine Business Visa
The short-term visa (type C) is issued for individuals who intend to stay in Ukraine for up to 90 days within 180 days from the date of first entry. This visa may be issued for one, two or multiple entries for the duration indicated in the application but not exceeding five years. This type of visa will be issued for all short term visit purposes, including tourist, private, business, and medical, based on an invitation letter or other document which substantiates the purpose of the visit of a foreign national into Ukraine. Family members of Ukrainian citizens or foreigners that have a temporary or permanent residence permit must submit documents proving their family connection (e.g., marriage certificate) instead of the official invitation letter.
Please note Incoming Tour Operator provides assistance for A SHORT-TERM TOURIST VISA ONLY.
LIST OF COUNTRIES WHICH HAVE VISA FREE REGIME WITH UKRAINE (FOR TRAVELLING ONLY)
Please, be advised that VISA-FREE REGIME has been established for citizens of the following countries:
Andorra
Greece
Netherlands
Argentina
Hong Kong Norway
Armenia
Hungary Paraguay
Austria
Iceland Poland
Azerbaijan
Ireland Portugal
Belarus
Israel Romania
Belgium
Italy Russian Federation
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Japan San Marino
Brazil
Kazakhstan Serbia
Brunei Darussalam
Korea, Republic of
Slovakia
Bulgaria
Kyrgyzstan
Slovenia
Canada
Latvia
Spain
Croatia
Liechtenstein
Sweden
Cyprus
Lithuania
Switzerland
Czech Republic
Luxembourg
Tajikistan
Denmark
Macedonia
The Holy See (State of the Vatican City)
Estonia
Malta
Turkey
Finland
Moldova
United Kingdom
France
Monaco
United States of America
Georgia
Mongolia
Uzbekistan
Germany
Montenegro
Citizens of the above-mentioned countries do not need visas to enter Ukraine or transit through its territory for the period of time of up to 90 days with a valid travel passport.
Visas are still required for citizens who enter Ukraine with the purpose of employment, permanent residency, study and work at the diplomatic missions in Ukraine or with any other purpose if they are going to stay in Ukraine for more than 90 days.
HOW, WHEN AND WHERE TO APPLY
Each of the above visas may be applied for at the most convenient Ukrainian Consular Office on the visa application form. You can print this form by this link: http://www.ukrconsul.org/visa/VISA.pdf.
You may apply for visa to Ukraine either at the Consular/Visa Section of the Embassy of Ukraine or at the Consulate General of Ukraine in your country. The period of visa processing - 10 working days.
Please be advised that the Consular Office does not accept any other kind of mail and does not bear responsibility for postal service. Any application received on Saturday, Sunday and official national or Ukrainian holidays (January 1 & 7, March 8, May 1-2 & 9, June 6, June 28, August 24) will be processed starting from the next business day.
List of the Embassies of Ukraine and Consulates General of Ukraine: http://mfa.gov.ua/en/about-mfa/abroad/embassies
LIST OF CITIZENS OF COUNTRIES WHO CAN GET A SHORT-TERM (15 DAYS) VISA AT THE BORYSPIL AIRPORT (FOR TRAVELLING ONLY)
Antigua and Barbuda
Mauritius
Seychelles
Barbados
Salvador
UKRAINE EMBASSY REQUIREMENTS :
VISA REQUIREMENTS FOR
FOREIGNERS ENTERING UKRAINE
GENERAL PROVISIONS
(How, When and Where to Apply)
N.B. The Embassy of Ukraine does not accept any
check or cash. Please, filling the receipt, write your name and surname clearly
in printed letters. Visa fee is not refundable in case of refusal (or
revocation).
FOR
BOTH KIND OF VISAS “C”(short term) OR “D”(long term)
THE
FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS ARE REQUESTED TO SUBMIT:
1. National passport,
valid for at least one month after the expiration date of the requested visa
and having at least one blank visa designated pages;
2. One Visa Application form
per each passport holder - answered completely and legibly typed or printed in
ink in block letters, dated and personally signed by the applicant aged 16 or
over or by a parent or a legal guardian of the applicant under 16.
3. Two photos - recent, passport-sized, resembling
applicant's travel document photo.
4. Medical insurance
police valid for Ukraine
5. Applicant’s
bank statement for the period of last 6 month
6. Two ways air
tickets
7. Reservation of
hotel
Please note: The Consular office has full authority to
evaluate and request more documents than those submitted by the applicant. The
latter is hereby informed that submitting the aforementioned documents does not
guarantee automatic issuance of the visa.
PLEASE NOTE THAT
ACCORDING TO THE LEGISLATION OF UKRAINE ONLY ORIGINAL INVITATION ISSUED BY THE
IMMIGRATION OFFICE IN UKRAINE IS ACEEPTABLE. EVEN WITH VALID VISA YOU CAN BE
REQUESTED TO SHOW THE INVITATION ON THE BORDER CONTROL.
For the holders of
diplomatic or service passports travelling to Ukraine with an official trip
(invitation or Verbale Note will be required as a proof) the issuing of the
visa is free of charge.
For tourist visa:
1. Visa application dully
filled with two photos
2. Touristic voucher from Ukrainian travel agency
(original and photo copy)
3. Medical insurance police valid for duration of
stay in Ukraine
4. Confirmation of booking of hotel
5. Round-trip air tickets
6. Program from Ukrainian travel agency for whole
period of stay
7. Bank statement from personal account for last
six months
8. Letter from the company-employer
For study in Ukraine:
· Valid passport
· Valid
Admission letter from the University (original and copy)
· Birth
certificate (certified by MFA of Kenya, other countries and translated in
Ukrainian)
· Medical
certificate (certified by MFA of Kenya and translated in Ukrainian)
· Certificate
for secondary education (certified by MFA of Kenya and translated in Ukrainian
language)
Medical
insurance police valid for Ukraine
· Certificate
of good conduct (certified by MFA of Kenya)
· Proof of
financial credibility for travel (bank statement from account) or declaration
from sponsor
normal procedure
within 15 days
N.B.
for applicants for student visa
The period of
admission (entry and registration) to Ukrainian Universities - from 15th August 2013 till 15th November 2013.
Therefore the Embassy of Ukraine does not issue a student visa before 15 August
2013 and does not accept for consideration the applications submitted later 15
November 2013.
Note that the Embassy
of Ukraine does not act as intermediary of Ukrainian Universities.
For business purpose:
· Valid passport
and one photo
· Original
invitation from Ukraine (issued by Office for immigration Interior Ministry)
· Proof of
booking hotel in Ukraine
· Two ways
air tickets
normal procedure
within 15 days
For private purpose:
· Valid passport
and one photo
· Original
invitation from Ukraine (issued by Office for immigration Interior Ministry of
Ukraine)
· Two ways
air tickets
Medical insurance police valid for Ukraine
· Confirmation of
booking hotel
normal
procedure within 15 days
Top 10 places to visit in Ukraine
1- CRIMEAN RESORTS
2- CARPATHIAN MOUNTAINS
3- KYIV, THE CAPITAL OF UKRAINE
4- LVIV, UKRAINE
5- ODESA, UKRAINE
6- YALTA, UKRAINE
Places to see in Yalta: Livadia is the former Romanov vacation home used for the World War II conference of Stalin, Churchill, and Roosevelt. Chekhov’s former residence has been turned into a museum; inside one can find the writer’s medical bag (from his days as a doctor) and the piano Rachmaninov played when he visited.
7- KAMYANETS-PODILSKY, UKRAINE
The Old City's past is full of mystery. The precise age of Kamyanets-Podilsky has not until recently been ascertained. Some historians claimed that the city was founded at the beginning of our era by the Dacians during the Roman-Dacian wars. Allegedly, it was named Petridava or Klepidava (from the Greek "petra" or the Latin "lapis" meaning "stone" and the Dacian "dava" meaning "city").
8- CHERNIHIV, UKRAINE
9- SOPHIEVKA DENDRO PARK, UKRAINE
Uman dendro park Sophievka is the world's landscape architecture masterpiece of the end of 15th and the beginning of19th centuries. The park is spread over the territory of 154,7 h. and is situated at the outskirts of the ancient town Cherkassy, Uman region. It is considered to be the standard of the landscape composition of water, land, architectural works and sculptures. This masterpiece, which was created in the shortest period of time, still astounds the imagination of visitors. Unique sceneries, exotic plants and rare trees, sky-blue ponds, fountains and cascades, grottoes and antique sculptures…all this you can see visiting the park.
10- POLTAVA, UKRAINE
The battlefield and its monuments are the major draw. Places to see in the town include the October Park, the gun-barrel-shaped Column of Glory and the Spassky Church, which is actually an outer shell protecting an earlier, wooden church inside.
Places for kids
