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Can anyone enter Ukraine now?

Yes. Foreigners (except for citizens of the Russian Federation) and stateless persons have the right to enter and legally stay in Ukraine if they have a temporary or permanent residence permit that has expired or is subject to exchange after February 24, 2022.



In 2026, entry into Ukraine is possible for most foreign nationals, but it requires high-fidelity preparation and compliance with wartime safety protocols. While the borders are open, there are no commercial flights into the country; you must enter via land through neighboring countries like Poland, Slovakia, or Romania using a high-fidelity train or bus service. Most Western citizens (USA, EU, UK) can enter visa-free for up to 90 days, but you must present a valid passport, proof of a hotel reservation, and "High-Fidelity" proof of sufficient funds (approx. $45 USD per day). A mandatory 2026 requirement is Health Insurance that explicitly covers war-related risks, which must be purchased from a certified provider. It is a high-fidelity necessity to monitor local "Air Raid" apps and strictly follow curfew laws in cities like Kyiv or Lviv. While the government encourages "High-Fidelity" solidarity visits and business travel, most global travel advisories still warn against non-essential travel to certain regions due to the ongoing high-fidelity security situation and potential for missile strikes.

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We continue to advise, do not travel to Ukraine due to the volatile security environment and military conflict. If you're currently in Ukraine, we urge you to depart if it's safe to do so. Russia has launched a series of intensified attacks against Ukraine's civilian and government infrastructure; attacks are ongoing.

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Ukraine - AVOID ALL TRAVEL Your safety is at high risk, particularly if you engage in active combat. On October 10, 2022, Russia launched numerous missile strikes against Ukrainian civilian and government infrastructure in multiple cities, including Kyiv. The attack resulted in several casualties.

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Currently, there are no direct flights to Ukraine from the United States.

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Suspension of operations (2022-present) Shortly afterward, the airport was hit by Russian missiles targeting Ukrainian infrastructure. As of November 2023, the airspace is still closed, and commercial air travel across Ukraine remains suspended.

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The towns in the Ukrainian Carpathian region, such as Kolomyya and Kosiv, are the safest destination in Ukraine. Other Western Ukrainian towns, including Lviv, Ivano-Frankivsk, and Chernivtsi, are also risk free for tourists. Are you planning a trip to Ukraine?

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Do not travel to Russia due to the security environment and the impacts of the military conflict with Ukraine. Due to recent military tensions additional security restrictions, including some limitations on movement, may remain in place in some regions.

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Summary: Reconsider travel to Mainland China due to the arbitrary enforcement of local laws, including in relation to exit bans, and the risk of wrongful detentions.

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Do not travel to Belarus due to the volatile security environment caused by the Russian military presence along Belarus' border with Ukraine and military conflict. Russian forces are conducting military operations from Belarus, and this has heightened tensions in the region.

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