Ukraine visa requirements for Djiboutis

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Djiboutis visiting Ukraine

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Ukrainian Visa.

  • A Djiboutian passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • A duly completed and signed visa application form should be presented.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents or legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Four(4) passport-size photographs (35m x 45 mm) taken on a light background is required.
  • Travel document.
  • Sufficient proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation for the duration of stay.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to the home country, e.g. verification from the applicant’s employer.
  • A police report showing the traveller does not have a criminal record.
  • Medical Insurance.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.

Ukraine Visa for Djiboutis

Facts about Ukraine

Ukraine is best known for its history, monuments, festivals and delicious cuisine. There are also a number of mountain ranges which are very good for skiing, hiking, fishing, and hunting. A very popular destination for tourists is the Black Sea. Tourists in the country like to take tours on ships from the Dnieper River to the Black Sea.

Tourism in Ukraine has taken a downturn recently because of the war in the country. Although in recent times, tourism has picked up, the number of visitors in the country was about 14.5 million in 2017. This shows that despite the war, it is still a top destination among tourists.

Smoking of tobacco and consumption of alcohol is highly prohibited in public places.

Types of Ukraine Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 5 working days 90 days
Business visa 5 working days 90 days
Medical visa 5 working days 90 days
Student visa 5 working days Valid through the period of study.
Journalist visa 5 working days 90 days

General Requirements for Ukraine Visa

  • A Djiboutian passport valid for at least 6 months from the intended arrival date and must have 2 blank pages for visa stamp.
  • A duly completed and signed visa application form should be presented.
  • If the applicant is a minor, the parents or legal guardians have to sign the form.
  • Four(4) passport-size photographs (35m x 45 mm) taken on a light background is required.
  • Travel document.
  • Sufficient proof of financial support.
  • Proof of accommodation for the duration of stay.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Documentation showing applicant’s ties to the home country, e.g. verification from the applicant’s employer.
  • A police report showing the traveller does not have a criminal record.
  • Medical Insurance.
  • Documentation confirming the purpose of travel.
Ukraine Tourist visa Ukraine Business visa Ukraine Medical visa Ukraine Student visa Ukraine Journalist visa

Ukraine Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Djiboutians with the intention to visit Ukraine for sightseeing, relaxation, and vacation are eligible for the Ukrainian tourist visa. 
  • There are two types of Ukrainian tourist visa:
    • Short-term visa (type C) - which is issued to Djiboutians for entry to Ukraine if their stay in Ukraine does not exceed 90 days in a period of 180 days. This can be issued as singe-entry, double-entry and multi-entry visas with a period of six months.
    • Long-term visa (type D) – this visa is issued to Djiboutians for entry to Ukraine with the intention to obtain a document allowing stay or residency in Ukraine for a period exceeding 90 days.
  • Travellers holding a large sum of money (over €10,000) are required to declare it in writing.
  •  Valid health insurance with coverage of at least 30,000 EUR is required. When a multi-entry visa is requested, the availability of health insurance valid for the first intended visit to Ukraine shall be considered.
  • Visas will be issued free of charge to children under 6 years of age.
  • Ensure you carry your passport at all times. Ukrainian law permits police to stop you for any reason and check your identification documents.
  • Ukraine has a zero-tolerance policy for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Violations may result in fines, imprisonment, and/or deportation.
  • Non-payment of traffic or parking fines may result in travel bans, which means you cannot leave the country until the fines (plus penalties) are paid.

Ukraine Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Ukrainian business visa is available for Djiboutian business travellers and representatives of business organizations travelling to Ukraine for business purposes.
  • Any foreigner planning a business trip to Ukraine should get an official business visa on the basis of a business invitation. Such an invitation should be issued on official letterhead containing company registration number, date, signature, full information about the invited person, the purpose of visit, company obligations, etc.
  • Djiboutians travelling to Ukraine for a  conference meeting are required to show proof of pre-registration of the conference to be attended.
  • Applicants should know that it is important to show details of travel arrangements and a copy of the flight confirmation showing exact entry and exit dates and locations.
  • Business travellers must show evidence of available funds and this can be provided as a current bank statement no more than 3 months old, credit card statements are not accepted. 
  • A travel ticket to return to the country of civic or permanent residence with the fixed date is required. 
  • Denial of the Ukrainian business visa might be based on the following:
    • The applicant knowingly provided untrue information or other falsified documents.
    • There is a threat to national security and public safety.
    • There is no evidence confirming the purpose of intended stay in Ukraine.
    • There are no documents enabling to establish the intention of the applicant to leave Ukraine prior to visa expiration.

Ukraine Medical Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The medical visa is issued to Djiboutians who plan to visit Ukraine to receive adequate treatment that cannot be gotten in the applicant’s country.
  • Ukraine can boast of highly skilled healthcare providers that have been arranged in accordance with international standards to provide the best care to patients.
  • An invitation letter issued by the medical institution in Ukraine that the applicant is going to get treatment is required. The letter should state that the doctor will take up the applicant’s treatment.
  • A medical report from a local doctor in Ukraine indicating the ailment of the applicant should be provided. The report should state the reason the treatment is best gotten in Ukraine.
  • Proof that the applicant can foot the bill of the medical fees should be provided.
  • It is important that applicants show proof of travel medical insurance.
  • At the end of the treatment, the applicant is expected to leave the country immediately.

Ukraine Student Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Ukrainian student visa is issued to Djiboutians traveling to Ukraine with intentions to study.
  • This visa is officially known as a Type D visa or Long term visa.
  • Eligible applicants of this visa are foreigners who have been accepted into an academic establishment in Ukraine.
  • Students are required to show valid proof of financial stability. Students should have at least 300 Euros monthly. 
  • An acceptance letter from the institution the applicant of this visa enrolled should be provided. The letter should carry the full name of the applicant, indicate the course the applicant has been offered, and state the duration of the program.
  • Certificates and transcripts gotten from the previous schools attended by the applicant should be provided.
  • If you are traveling to Ukraine via sponsorship, you are required to provide a sponsorship letter. This letter should be in the form of a court affidavit and made by a notary. This letter should include your sponsor’s name, all contact information, and a statement pledging to cover the expenses of the prospective student. The expenses to be covered by the sponsor should be clearly stated in the letter.
  • A copy of the sponsor’s Identification card or international passport. The sponsor’s signature should be on the copy of the document submitted.
  • A medical certificate from a physician in Djibouti that certifies the applicant is in good health condition is required.
  • An HIV/AIDS test must be taken by the applicant.

Ukraine Journalist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • This visa type is granted to applicants working in the media.
  • Journalists travelling to Ukraine who have the intention of covering a story or an event during their visit.
  • A letter from the Mass Media in Djibouti with a request to issue a visa to the applicant travelling to Ukraine is required.
  • An invitation letter issued by the Djiboutian branch of the company the applicant is representing in Ukraine with a request for issuance of this visa.
  • If the applicant of this visa is not a Djiboutian citizen, a copy of the applicant’s Djiboutian stay permit is required.
  • If you are travelling with an underage child, the original copy of the child’s stay permit should be provided.
  • Applicants must provide a document that shows that they are in good health condition.
  • Foreigners should ensure they abide by the rules guiding this type of visa.

Ukraine Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

65.00 (USD)

Business visa

65.00 (USD)

Medical visa

65.00 (USD)

Student visa

65.00 (USD)

Journalist visa

65.00 (USD)

Ukraine Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Djibouti

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Ukraine does not currently have an Embassy/Consulate in Djibouti. Applicants are advised to visit neighboring countries to process their visa applications.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work during my study in Ukraine?

No, unfortunately, it is illegal for international students in Ukraine to work while studying.

Are Euros accepted in Ukraine?

Yes, you can use euros, US dollars and even Russian roubles, but only to exchange them into Ukraine's local currency for later use. That is, you will not be able to pay for your groceries, public transportation or a hotel room in any currency but Ukrainian hryvnia.

What type of clothes should I wear in Ukraine?

Traditional Ukrainian costumes for women consist of long skirts, blouses or tunics, head wraps, scarves, or other decorative headdresses, and sashes. These items are richly embroidered with traditional folk motifs. Red is a prominent colour in the folk dress of Ukraine

Is IELTS necessary for Ukraine admission?

Getting admission in a university in Ukraine is very easy. The applicants are not required to take an exam like TOEFL or IELTS.