Poland Visa RequirementsFor Ukraine passport holders
Ukrainian citizens can enter Poland without a visa for up to 90 days in any 180-day period under the EU-Ukraine visa liberalization in force since 2017. Poland has become the central hub for Ukrainian international travel.
Great news! Ukraine passport holders can enter Poland without a visa for tourism or business purposes. You can stay up to 90 days.
No visa is required for stays under 90 days. Carry your Ukrainian biometric passport, proof of accommodation or host address in Poland, evidence of sufficient funds, and a return or onward ticket. The 90-day limit is Schengen-wide. Those who have already spent 90 days in the Schengen Zone may need to exit temporarily before re-entering.
Poland is part of the Schengen Area. Your stay counts toward the 90-day limit within any 180-day period for the entire Schengen zone. Learn more about Schengen rules →
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
3 months beyond departure from Schengen
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Required Documents
Ukrainian Biometric Passport
Valid Ukrainian biometric passport for Schengen entry to Poland. For land border crossings, have your passport ready at all designated crossing points.
Proof of Accommodation
Hotel booking, host address, or address of family in Poland.
Return or Onward Ticket
Confirmed onward travel plans. For those entering Poland as a transit to other Schengen countries, an onward ticket from Warsaw or Krakow is recommended.
Vehicle Documents Recommended
If crossing by car at the Ukrainian-Polish land border: vehicle registration, insurance (green card), and driving license.
Current Travel Situation
Ukraine to Poland: What You Need to Know
Poland hosts the largest concentration of Ukrainians outside Ukraine itself, with over 1.5 million Ukrainians registered as residents and millions more having transited through since the 2022 Russian invasion. Warsaw (WAW) and Krakow (KRK) have become the de facto international airports for Ukrainian travelers, given the suspension of flights at Kyiv Boryspil. Poland shares a direct land border with Ukraine, making it the primary entry point into the EU. The Polish government has been Ukraine's strongest advocate in the EU and has maintained the most welcoming policies for Ukrainian nationals. For standard tourism and visiting purposes, Ukrainian passport holders use the standard 90-day Schengen visa-free access.
How to Get There
Poland is centrally located in Europe, with rail and bus connections to Germany, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Austria, and the Baltic States. FlixBus and Eurolines operate extensively from Warsaw and Krakow. The Warsaw-Berlin ICE train is a fast and popular option.
Money & Banking
Poland uses the Polish Zloty (PLN), not the Euro. Cards are widely accepted in cities. ATMs are plentiful. Currency exchange offices (Kantor) offer competitive rates, often better than bank rates. Sending money from Poland to Ukraine is straightforward via Western Union, MoneyGram, or Ukrainian banking apps.
Practical Tips
The Ukrainian-Polish land border has multiple crossing points: Medyka-Shehyni, Dorohusk-Jagodzin, and Zosin-Ustyluh are the most frequently used. Bus and rail services connect Lviv and Uzhhorod to Przemysl, Lublin, and Warsaw. Warsaw Chopin Airport and Krakow Airport are the main international departure points for Ukrainians onward to other destinations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Ukrainian citizens need a visa to visit Poland?
No. Ukrainian citizens with a biometric passport can enter Poland visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. Poland is a Schengen member and Ukraine has had Schengen visa-free access since 2017.
Can Ukrainians cross the Ukrainian-Polish border by land?
Yes. Multiple border crossings connect Ukraine and Poland. The most used are Medyka-Shehyni (road), Dorohusk-Jagodzin, and Zosin-Ustyluh. Rail crossings also exist at Przemysl-Mostyska. Wait times can be substantial during peak periods; check real-time conditions before traveling.
How large is the Ukrainian community in Poland?
Poland hosts the largest Ukrainian community outside Ukraine, with over 1.5 million Ukrainians registered as residents and millions more having transited through since 2022. Warsaw and Krakow have substantial Ukrainian communities with Ukrainian-language services, shops, and cultural institutions.
Are Warsaw and Krakow the main airports for Ukrainian international travel?
Yes. With Ukrainian airspace restricted and most international flights to/from Kyiv suspended, Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) and Krakow Balice Airport (KRK) have become the primary international departure and arrival points for Ukrainians. Connections from both airports reach virtually all major global destinations.
What currency is used in Poland?
Poland uses the Polish Zloty (PLN), not the Euro. Currency exchange offices (Kantor) offer competitive rates in Warsaw and Krakow, often better than bank rates. Cards are widely accepted in cities. ATMs are plentiful.
Has Poland implemented the EU Temporary Protection Directive for Ukrainians?
Yes. Poland was among the first EU countries to activate temporary protection for displaced Ukrainians, creating the "PESEL UKR" registration system allowing Ukrainians to work, access healthcare, and enroll children in schools. Polish authorities have been exceptionally welcoming.
Is it easy to send money from Poland to Ukraine?
Yes. Western Union, MoneyGram, and several Ukrainian banking apps (Privat24, Monobank international transfers) all facilitate transfers from Poland to Ukraine. Polish banks also offer Ukrainian language services in branches near major Ukrainian communities.
What are the main tourist attractions in Poland for Ukrainian visitors?
Warsaw (Old Town, Royal Castle, Warsaw Uprising Museum), Krakow (Wawel Castle, Kazimierz district, Wieliczka Salt Mine, proximity to Auschwitz-Birkenau), Gdansk (Baltic coast), Zakopane (Tatra Mountains), and Wroclaw (Old Town Market Square).