Ukraine Visa RequirementsFor Australia passport holders
While Australian passport holders can technically enter Ukraine visa-free for up to 90 days, the Australian government advises Australians not to travel to Ukraine due to the ongoing armed conflict with Russia.
Great news! Australia passport holders can enter Ukraine without a visa for tourism or business purposes. You can stay up to 90 days.
Ukraine's visa-free arrangement with Australia remains technically in place, but entry is not advisable under current conditions. There are no commercial flights operating to Ukraine from most international destinations. Entry is possible by land from neighbouring countries such as Poland, Slovakia, or Hungary, but the security situation makes this extremely dangerous. Australians who choose to enter Ukraine despite the Do Not Travel advisory do so at their own risk and with very limited access to Australian government support.
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond date of entry
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Current Travel Situation
Australia to Ukraine: What You Need to Know
Ukraine has been in an active war with Russia since February 2022, with the full-scale invasion causing widespread destruction, casualties, and displacement across the country. Air raids, missile strikes, and drone attacks affect cities throughout Ukraine, including Kyiv. The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade has issued a Do Not Travel advisory for all of Ukraine. Australians already in Ukraine are urged to leave immediately if it is safe to do so. The Australian Embassy in Kyiv has limited capacity to provide consular assistance due to the conflict.
Practical Tips
Do not travel to Ukraine under any circumstances unless you have compelling and exceptional reasons and have thoroughly assessed the risks. If you are in Ukraine, shelter in place during alerts and follow instructions from local authorities. Ensure someone outside Ukraine knows your location and has a way to contact you. Register with the Australian Embassy in Warsaw (which has taken on consular responsibilities for Ukraine) via Smartraveller.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Australians travel to Ukraine?
Australians can technically enter Ukraine visa-free, but the Australian government issues a Do Not Travel advisory for all of Ukraine due to the ongoing armed conflict with Russia. Travel is extremely dangerous and strongly discouraged.
Is there an Australian Embassy in Ukraine?
The Australian Embassy in Kyiv has significantly reduced its operations due to the conflict. Consular services for Australians in Ukraine are primarily handled by the Australian Embassy in Warsaw, Poland. The ability to provide consular assistance inside Ukraine is very limited.
What should Australians already in Ukraine do?
Australians in Ukraine should leave the country immediately if it is safe to do so. If unable to leave, follow alerts from local authorities, shelter in a sturdy building during air raids, and keep the Australian Embassy in Warsaw informed of your location via Smartraveller.
Will travel insurance cover a trip to Ukraine?
No. Virtually all travel insurance policies exclude coverage for travel to destinations under a Do Not Travel advisory, which includes all of Ukraine. Australians who travel to Ukraine would not be covered for medical expenses, evacuation, or other claims.