Ukraine travel restrictions, quarantine and entry requirements in 2023

For entry into Ukraine

International travel to Ukraine is not permitted. All flights are suspended until further notice.
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Government measures

Ukraine has been divided into color-coded 'zones’ in order to categorize restrictions. Currently, almost all of Ukraine is considered a 'yellow zone'. In all zones, people are required to carry an ID at all times. Proof of vaccination, negative test result, or previous recovery may be required to access some establishments or to attend events. Curfews have been imposed throughout some regions of Ukraine. Information relating to the COVID-19 response per zone in Ukraine can be found at https://visitukraine.today/

Use of masks

Face masks are required in enclosed environments, on public transportation, and when attending mass events.

Public transport

Public transport is operating with limits to capacity in place. For interregional travel, proof of a vaccine certificate, a negative PCR test, or a negative express-test taken within 72 hours of travel, may be required.

Restaurants

Restaurants are open with reduced capacity in place to allow for social distancing. Seating is limited to a maximum of 4 people per table. These measures do not apply if the restaurant only accepts vaccinated, recovered, or recently tested customers.

Bars

Bars are open with reduced capacity in place to allow for social distancing. Seating is limited to a maximum of 4 people per table. These measures do not apply if the bar only accepts vaccinated, recovered, or recently tested customers.

Nightclubs

Nightclubs are open with reduced capacity for vaccinated, recovered, or recently tested customers.

Shops

Shops are open with adapted safety measures in place, such as the use of hand sanitizer and social distancing.

On return

Vaccination required

Travelers are required to present a valid international certificate for full vaccination against COVID-19 with the use of an approved vaccine.
The final dose must have been administered at least 14 days before departure. Certificates must be in English or in Chinese.
Those who have recently recovered from COVID-19 and received one dose of vaccination, at least 14 days before departure, are also considered fully vaccinated.
There are exemptions for non-vaccinated citizens and residents.
Full details can be found at https://www.coronavirus.gov.hk/eng/inbound-travel.html

Test/medical certificate required

Proof of a negative rapid antigen test, taken within the previous 24 hours, must be provided on departure.
Test certificates must be in English or Chinese.

Testing on arrival

A nucleic acid test will be administered upon arrival and apart from the transfer from the airport, proof of a negative test result is required to leave the place of residence.

Additional test requirements

Daily rapid antigen testing is required for the first 5 days after arrival. Additionally, travelers must undergo a PCR test on day 2.
Daily antigen results can be reported via the 'Electronic COVID-19 monitoring & surveillance system' (eCMSS). Instructions can be found at https://www.coronavirus.gov.hk/pdf/eCMSSLogin.pdf

Coronavirus measures are in place until 31 March 2022, but their enforcement may vary due to the security situation. It is not yet clear what measures, if any, may be introduced or remain in place after this date.
Ukraine is operating a colour-coded adaptive quarantine system on a regional (oblasts and Kyiv city) basis. Quarantine measures may be imposed, and change, at short notice. You should check which restrictions apply to the places you intend to visit, and be ready to prove your vaccination status.
In all zones, the following rules apply:
you must carry ID with you at all times when in public buildings (including restaurants, hotels and shops) you must maintain a minimum distance of 1.5 m. when in public buildings, and while travelling on public transport and in taxis, you must wear a protective mask covering your nose and mouth Failure to comply with restrictions may result in a fine or, in more serious cases, a prison sentence. Before taking public transport, you should consider whether you will be able to maintain social distancing.