UkraineUnited Arab Emirates: Visa-free

UkraineUnited Arab Emirates

Do Ukraine passport holders need a visa for United Arab Emirates?

Visa-free

No. Ukraine passport holders do not need a visa to visit United Arab Emirates for tourism for stays of up to 30 days.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

Source: en.wikipedia.org (checked September 12, 2026).

RequirementVisa-free

Maximum stay30 days

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-21

Distance3,542 km, straight line (~4h 40m nonstop)

Visa-free access to United Arab Emirates138 of 242 nationalities tracked

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Frequently asked questions

Do Ukraine passport holders need a visa for United Arab Emirates?

No. Ukraine passport holders do not need a visa to visit United Arab Emirates for tourism for stays of up to 30 days.

How long can Ukraine citizens stay in United Arab Emirates without a visa?

Up to 30 days, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is United Arab Emirates from Ukraine?

About 3,542 km in a straight line, roughly ~4h 40m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in United Arab Emirates?

United Arab Emirates dirham (AED).

What is the emergency number in United Arab Emirates?

112 / 997 / 998 / 999.

What time zone is United Arab Emirates in?

Dubai (UTC+4).

What is the nearest airport to Abu Dhabi?

Zayed International Airport (AUH), about 28 km away.

How many countries can enter United Arab Emirates without a visa?

138 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter United Arab Emirates visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Ukraine

Ukraine is a country in Eastern Europe. It is the second-largest country in Europe after Russia, which borders it to the east and northeast. Ukraine also borders Belarus to the north; Poland and Slovakia to the west; Hungary, Romania and Moldova to the southwest; and the Black Sea and the Sea of Azov to the south and southeast. Kyiv is Ukraine's capital and largest city, followed by Kharkiv, Odesa, and Dnipro. The official language is Ukrainian. Ukraine covers about 600,000 km2 (230,000 sq mi), with around 32 million people.

CapitalKiev

RegionEastern Europe

Population39M

Area603,500 km²

CurrencyUkrainian hryvnia (1 USD ≈ 45.09 UAH)

LanguagesUkrainian

Calling code+380

Drives on theright

TimezoneKiev (UTC+3)

Nearest airportGomel Airport (GME), 233 km

Emergency number101 / 102 / 103 / 112

UNESCO sites10

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$5,866 (2025)

Tourist arrivals3.4M (2020)

Climate in Kiev

Warmest June, coolest December, driest March, sunniest June. Best time to visit: July.

Monthly climate normals for Kiev, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	2.8°C	-1.3°C	31mm	93h
February	5.6°C	-0.7°C	45mm	143h
March	10.2°C	1.2°C	22mm	240h
April	14.8°C	3.2°C	34mm	316h
May	16.1°C	7.8°C	106mm	266h
June	26.3°C	16.3°C	74mm	427h
July	26°C	15.7°C	44mm	396h
August	25.4°C	15.4°C	53mm	374h
September	23.2°C	12.2°C	39mm	301h
October	15.8°C	9.6°C	79mm	189h
November	6°C	2.1°C	27mm	69h
December	1.3°C	-1.9°C	44mm	48h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Ukraine is a country in Eastern Europe, the largest country entirely within Europe, with a very rich culture and history. Ukraine has a range of great attractions to offer. The country's main draws include some great and quintessentially Slavic cities, impressive cultural heritage, and, of course, top-class natural areas.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Ancient City of Tauric Chersonese and its Chora
Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe
Church of the Saviour at Berestove
Danube Delta
Kyiv: Saint-Sophia Cathedral and Related Monastic Buildings, Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra
Old Town of Lviv
Residence of Bukovinian and Dalmatian Metropolitans
Struve Geodetic Arc
Wooden tserkvas of Carpathian region in Poland and Ukraine
historical city centre of Odesa

Upcoming public holidays

December 25, 2026Різдво Христове

January 1, 2027Новий Рік

March 8, 2027Міжнародний жіночий день

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About United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates (UAE), also known simply as the Emirates, is a country in West Asia, situated at the eastern end of the Arabian Peninsula. It is a federal semi-constitutional monarchy made up of seven emirates, with Abu Dhabi serving as its national capital. The UAE borders Oman to the east and northeast, and Saudi Arabia to the south and southwest. It shares maritime borders with Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Iran in the Persian Gulf, and with Oman in the Gulf of Oman. In 2024, the UAE had an estimated population of over 11 million. Dubai is the country's largest city. Islam is the state religion. Arabic is the official language while English remains the most spoken language and the language of business.

CapitalAbu Dhabi

RegionWestern Asia

Population11.5M

Area83,600 km²

CurrencyUnited Arab Emirates dirham (1 USD ≈ 3.67 AED)

LanguagesArabic

Calling code+971

Drives on theright

TimezoneDubai (UTC+4)

Nearest airportZayed International Airport (AUH), 28 km

Emergency number112 / 997 / 998 / 999

UNESCO sites3

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$50,274 (2024)

Tourist arrivals8.1M (2020)

Climate in Abu Dhabi

Warmest July, coolest January, driest May, sunniest May. Best time to visit: November, December.

Monthly climate normals for Abu Dhabi, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	22.8°C	16.8°C	69mm	297h
February	24.2°C	17.5°C	3mm	298h
March	27.7°C	19.8°C	7mm	317h
April	34°C	24.4°C	3mm	303h
May	36.6°C	27.5°C	0mm	374h
June	37.8°C	30.4°C	0mm	370h
July	40.9°C	32.3°C	0mm	351h
August	38.9°C	32.6°C	0mm	336h
September	39.2°C	28.9°C	0mm	337h
October	34.1°C	26.4°C	0mm	337h
November	30°C	23.1°C	0mm	300h
December	25.4°C	19.7°C	0mm	308h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

The United Arab Emirates or simply the Emirates is a country rich in history and culture at the entrance to the Persian Gulf. Boasting attractions ranging from the glittering and cosmopolitan cities of Dubai and Abu Dhabi, to the vast and unforgiving desert landscapes of the Empty Quarter, it makes an easy starting point for travels in the Middle East.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Cultural Sites of Al Ain (Hafit, Hili, Bidaa Bint Saud and Oases Areas)
Jabal Al Fayah
Wadi Wurayah

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