Can I still enter Ukraine during the war?

Yes. Ukraine's borders remain open for incoming foreign nationals. Entry is via land crossings from Poland (Medyka-Shehyni, Dorohusk-Yahodyn), Romania, Hungary, Slovakia, or Moldova. All Ukrainian airports are closed for civilian flights. You'll need a valid passport and health insurance. Most Western nationals don't need a visa for stays up to 90 days.

Is there a digital nomad visa for Ukraine?

Not currently. Ukraine announced plans for a digital nomad visa and launched the uResidency e-residency programme for IT professionals, but new applications are paused. For now, the best options are: visa-free entry (90/180 days), D-type visa (up to 1 year), or obtaining a Temporary Residence Permit through employment or other qualifying grounds.

Can I work remotely in Ukraine on a tourist visa?

Technically, the visa-free regime allows 'tourism' and doesn't explicitly cover remote work. However, if you're working for a foreign employer and not earning Ukrainian income, enforcement is practically non-existent. For stays beyond 90 days or to register as a ФОП (individual entrepreneur), you'll need a D-visa and TRP.

How do I extend my stay beyond 90 days?

You have two main options: (1) Do a 'visa run' — exit Ukraine to Poland or another neighbouring country and return, resetting your 90-day clock within the 180-day period. (2) Apply for a D-type visa at a Ukrainian embassy, then convert to a Temporary Residence Permit once in Ukraine. The second option is recommended for stays of 6+ months.

What's the 5% IT tax and who qualifies?

Ukraine's individual entrepreneur (ФОП) system allows self-employed IT professionals to pay just 5% tax on revenue (Group 3, simplified taxation), plus a capped social contribution (ERU). You need a TRP and Ukrainian tax ID. It's available to anyone providing IT services — not just Ukrainian citizens. Annual revenue must stay below UAH 7.8M (~$190K). Many expats use local agencies to set this up.

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Visa & Residency

90 days / 180

Visa-Free

60+ countries including EU, US, UK, Canada

Up to 1 year

D-Type Visa

Long-stay visa; extendable to temporary residency

1–3 years

Temporary Residency

Based on work, study, family, or volunteering

After 5 years

Permanent Residency

Continuous legal residence required

IT Tax Rate

For individual entrepreneurs (ФОП) in Group 3

Last updated: March 2026

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Overview

Ukraine does not currently offer a dedicated digital nomad visa, but its generous visa-free regime and relatively straightforward residency permit process make it accessible for most nationalities. Citizens of over 60 countries — including the EU, US, UK, Canada, Australia, and Japan — can enter visa-free for 90 days within a 180-day period. For longer stays, a D-type national visa allows up to one year. The e-Residency programme (uResidency) was launched for IT professionals but is currently paused for new applications. Importantly, the ongoing conflict has not closed borders to incoming foreigners — entry is possible via land crossings from Poland, Romania, Hungary, Slovakia, and Moldova.

Key Takeaways

Citizens of 60+ countries qualify — including all EU/EEA states, US, UK, Canada, Australia, Japan, and South Korea
Applied for at a Ukrainian embassy or consulate before travel
Grounds for TRP include: employment by a Ukrainian company, marriage to a Ukrainian citizen, study, volunteering, or significant investment
Register as a ФОП (Фізична особа-підприємець) Group 3 to pay just 5% of revenue + 22% ERU (social contribution, capped)

Visa-Free Entry

Most Western nationals can enter Ukraine without a visa for stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period.

Citizens of 60+ countries qualify — including all EU/EEA states, US, UK, Canada, Australia, Japan, and South Korea
No pre-registration or visa application required — just a valid passport with 3+ months validity beyond planned stay
Health insurance covering Ukraine is technically required at entry, though enforcement varies
90 days is calculated cumulatively within any 180-day rolling period — not per entry
Overstaying can result in fines (UAH 3,400–5,100) and potential entry bans
Entry is currently by land only — all Ukrainian airports are closed for civilian traffic due to the conflict

D-Type Long-Stay Visa

For stays exceeding 90 days, the D-type national visa is the primary pathway, valid for up to one year.

Applied for at a Ukrainian embassy or consulate before travel
Categories include: employment, education, family reunification, volunteering, and humanitarian purposes
Required documents typically: passport, application form, health insurance, photos, proof of purpose (job offer, enrolment letter, etc.)
Processing time: 10–15 working days (standard) or 3–5 working days (expedited, higher fee)
Fee: approximately $65–$85 depending on nationality and processing speed
Can be converted to a Temporary Residence Permit once in Ukraine

Temporary Residence Permit (TRP)

A TRP allows stays of 1–3 years and is the main pathway for longer-term expat life in Ukraine.

Grounds for TRP include: employment by a Ukrainian company, marriage to a Ukrainian citizen, study, volunteering, or significant investment
Application filed at the State Migration Service of Ukraine (within Ukraine)
Required documents: passport, D-visa, health insurance, proof of accommodation, clean criminal record, medical certificate
Processing time: 15–30 working days; fee approximately UAH 700–1,400 ($17–$34)
TRP holders can open Ukrainian bank accounts, sign long-term leases, and access additional services
Must carry the TRP card at all times — it serves as your ID within Ukraine

IT Entrepreneur (ФОП) Registration

Ukraine's individual entrepreneur (ФОП) system is extremely popular among remote workers for its low 5% tax rate.

Register as a ФОП (Фізична особа-підприємець) Group 3 to pay just 5% of revenue + 22% ERU (social contribution, capped)
Requires a Temporary Residence Permit and Ukrainian tax identification number (ІПН)
Can be done through agencies in 2–3 weeks for $200–$400 in fees
Allows you to invoice international clients legally from Ukraine
Annual revenue cap for Group 3 is UAH 7,818,900 (~$190,000) — above this, switch to general taxation
The uResidency e-residency programme (currently paused) aimed to simplify this for non-residents

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