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Ukraine Visa for Canada Citizens 2026

Visa Free

Canadian citizens can enter Ukraine visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period for tourism or business, though current Global Affairs Canada advisories recommend against travel due to the ongoing conflict.

Guide last updated September 30, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for the duration of your intended stay in Ukraine.
  • No visa or advance application required for stays up to 90 days within 180 days.
  • Proof of onward or return travel.
  • Proof of accommodation and sufficient funds for your stay.
  • No biometrics required for visa-free entry.
  • Comprehensive travel/medical insurance is strongly recommended given current conditions, and standard commercial insurance may exclude travel to active conflict zones.

Visa types

  • Visa-free entry (used by Canadian visitors under normal circumstances): up to 90 days within any 180-day period, no fee.
  • Long-stay visa (Type D): for stays beyond 90 days, work, or study, applied for in advance through the Ukrainian Embassy with sponsorship or enrollment documents.
  • Note: under current conditions, commercial flights to Ukraine are suspended and land border crossings, entry procedures, and document requirements may be subject to change with little notice.

Entry conditions

  • Under normal visa policy, Canadians may stay in Ukraine visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period for tourism or business.
  • Global Affairs Canada currently advises against all travel to Ukraine due to the ongoing Russian invasion; airspace is closed and entry is realistically only possible by land from neighboring countries such as Poland, Romania, Moldova, Hungary, or Slovakia.
  • Martial law remains in effect in Ukraine, which affects travel documentation, curfews, and movement within the country.
  • Check the Ukrainian State Border Guard Service and Global Affairs Canada for the latest entry requirements before any travel.

Fees & processing time

  • Visa-free entry: no fee under normal policy.
  • Long-stay visa (Type D, if applicable): fees vary by category, typically USD 65-130, processed over 5-10 business days at the embassy.
  • Given the current situation, standard processing times and fee schedules may not reflect real conditions on the ground - confirm directly with the Ukrainian Embassy before planning travel.

Tips for Canada travelers

  • Check the current Global Affairs Canada travel advisory for Ukraine before making any plans - as of this writing it recommends against all travel due to the active conflict.
  • If travel is unavoidable (e.g., essential humanitarian or diplomatic work), register your trip with Global Affairs Canada and coordinate closely with the Canadian Embassy, which has relocated operations depending on the security situation.
  • Commercial airspace remains closed; realistic entry is by land border from Poland, Romania, Moldova, Hungary, or Slovakia, and these crossings can have long delays.
  • Martial law curfews and travel restrictions apply within Ukraine and can change with little notice - stay in close contact with local authorities or your organization's security team.
  • Ensure any travel insurance explicitly covers travel to an active conflict zone, as standard policies typically exclude this.

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.