New entry rules for Ukrainians to the EU and other countries around the world
Many countries around the world are implementing new travel requirements, including in the EU.
As of February 2024, Ukrainians are allowed to enter any EU country without COVID-19-related restrictions - a negative PCR test and vaccination certificate are not required.
At the beginning of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, EU countries provided free medical insurance to Ukrainians, but now such a policy is paid. Therefore, we recommend having travel insurance, as border guards of European countries may require it. Mandatory insurance is required for entry into Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Denmark, Estonia, Montenegro, Cyprus, Lithuania, Germany, Portugal.
The following countries also require travel insurance: Sri Lanka, India, Turkey, Tunisia, Tanzania, Egypt, Seychelles, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Israel. You can get this policy online in 5 minutes using the link.
The following countries also require travel insurance: Sri Lanka, India, Turkey, Tunisia, Tanzania, Egypt, Seychelles, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Israel. You can get this policy online in 5 minutes using the link.
The list of requirements for traveling abroad includes:
- Austria
For entry into Austria, a health insurance policy is required. The country has lifted all COVID restrictions - a negative PCR test and vaccination certificate are not required.
- Bahamas
An insurance policy is recommended. There are no COVID-related restrictions.
- Belgium
Belgium allows entry to all Ukrainians with the requirement of having an insurance policy that meets EU requirements.
- Belarus
As of November 16, 2022, only the Mokrany-Domanove checkpoint is open for Ukrainian citizens returning from Belarus on foot.
- Bulgaria
There are no COVID-related restrictions, but an insurance policy is required for entry.
- Greece
It is recommended to have insurance when crossing the border. A negative PCR test and vaccination certificate are not required.
- Georgia
From June 15, 2022, all foreign citizens traveling to Georgia are exempt from providing a vaccination certificate or negative PCR test result. Tourist insurance is recommended.
- Denmark
There are no COVID-related restrictions. An insurance policy is required.
- Dominican Republic
Insurance is not mandatory for entry into the Dominican Republic but is recommended.
- Estonia
There are no coronavirus restrictions for temporarily displaced Ukrainian citizens. An insurance policy is mandatory.
- Egypt
An insurance policy is mandatory. A negative PCR test and vaccination certificate are not required.
- Israel
For entry into Israel, medical insurance and a health declaration are required. There are no coronavirus restrictions.
- India
An insurance policy is mandatory. A negative PCR test and vaccination certificate are not required.
- Spain
It is recommended to have insurance. A negative PCR test or vaccination certificate is not required.
- Italy
It is recommended to have insurance. There are no COVID-related restrictions.
- Cyprus
An insurance policy is required. A negative PCR test and vaccination certificate are not required.
- Cuba
Tourist insurance is mandatory for entry into Cuba. A negative PCR test or vaccination certificate is not required.
- Lithuania
An insurance policy is required. Coronavirus restrictions have been lifted.
- Mexico
Tourist insurance is recommended. A negative PCR test or vaccination certificate is not required.
- Moldova
It is recommended to have insurance. There are no coronavirus restrictions.
- Germany
An insurance policy is required. Coronavirus restrictions have been lifted.
- Poland
It is recommended to have insurance. A negative PCR test or vaccination certificate is not required.
- Portugal
A tourist insurance policy is required. There are no COVID-related restrictions.
- UAE
Insurance is required for entry. A negative PCR test or vaccination certificate is not required.
- Saudi Arabia
Tourist insurance is required for entry. An online passenger form must also be completed.
- Seychelles
Tourists must present insurance. A negative PCR test is not required.
- Slovakia
It is recommended to have insurance. All coronavirus restrictions have been lifted.
- Tanzania
Tourists entering Tanzania must have insurance, which is mandatory. A negative PCR test or vaccination certificate is not required.
- Turkey
From June 1, 2022, no negative PCR test or vaccination certificate is required for entry into Turkey. An insurance policy is mandatory.
- Tunisia
Tourist insurance is mandatory. COVID restrictions have been lifted.
- Hungary
Ukrainian citizens wishing to enter Hungary are recommended to have insurance. A negative PCR test or vaccination certificate is not required.
- France
It is recommended to have a tourist insurance policy. From August 1, 2022, no negative PCR test or vaccination certificate is required.
- Montenegro
An insurance policy is required. All coronavirus restrictions have been lifted.
- Sri Lanka
An insurance policy is mandatory. There are no COVID-related restrictions.
Before traveling to your favorite country, we recommend checking for changes and additions on the website of the embassy or consulate of the country you are heading to. Rules are constantly being updated. Also, to clarify information about travel rules abroad, we recommend visiting the information portal tripadvisor.mfa.gov.ua – Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine.
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