Ukraine international travel guide 2024

Ukraine travel details 🇺🇦

Ukraine has a population of 43M with main currency as Ukrainian Hryvnia. The languages spoken are Ukrainian. Ukraine travel safety advice is Do not travel. Automatic teller machines are very common in Ukraine. Tipping is usually not expected in Ukraine. Internet speed in Ukraine is on average 11.2 Mbps.In Ukraine you drive on the right side.

Ukraine travel advice

⬤ Do not travel

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. We continue to advise: Do not travel to Ukraine due to the volatile security environment and military conflict.

Issue Date : Mar 4, 2024

Ukraine weather

Ukraine essential details

Plugs

Ukraine uses 230V, 50Hz with sockets and plugs Type C and Type F.

Languages

The languages that are typically spoken are Ukrainian

Money in Ukraine

Currencies

Ukraine uses the Ukrainian hryvnia (symbol: ?), code UAH.Banknotes come in denominations of 500, 200, 100, 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1 hryvnias. Hryvnia is subdivided into 100 kopiykas. Coins come in denominations of 1 hryvnia and 50, 25, 10, 5, 2 and 1 kopiykas.

ATM

Automatic teller machines are very common in Ukraine. You can find them in both large & small cities, tourist areas etc.You do not need a chip & PIN card to use an ATM — your standard magnetic card will work fine.

Tipping

Not expected, but can leave extra tip Tipping is usually not expected in Ukraine. However, if you are satisfied with the service provided you can show your appreciation by leaving a small ‘extra’ tip.

Internet in Ukraine

Internet

Internet speed in Ukraine is on average 11.2 Mbps. WiFi coverage in Ukraine is moderate. It's relatively easy to find one when needed.

Calling

To call Ukraine, dial +, then 380 (the country code for Ukraine), then the area code (without the initial 0) and the local number. For local calls within Ukraine, start with the area code (with the initial 0). In the case above area code is 3112 .

Driving in Ukraine

Road rules

In Ukraine you drive on the right side. Most cars have manual transmission (stick). Unless otherwise posted, the speed limits for cars and motorcycles are as follows: 110 km/h (68 mph) on expressways, 130 km/h (80 mph) on motorways, 60 km/h (37 mph) in all built-up areas and 90 km/h (55 mph) on undivided highways. Right turn on red lights is strictly forbidden unless an additional green semaphore arrow allows it. It is illegal to drive with blood alcohol content higher than 0.02%.

Emergecy

Universal

911, 919

Police

911, 919

Ambulance

911, 919

Fire department

911, 919

Ukraine map

Ukraine visa advice

If you're considering exploring Ukraine beyond the usual transit spots, our comprehensive guide on Ukraine transit visa offers deeper insights and broader options for travelers of different nationalities. For those transiting through other countries en route to Ukraine, understanding Ukraine Transit Visa requirements is crucial to ensure a smooth journey.