How to get a Ukraine visa from South Africa

• The Ukrainian Tourist visa is issued to applicants who want to go to Ukraine for sight-seeing, tourism, family visitation and leisure.
• The type C visa is issued to tourists going to Ukraine. It is valid for 90 days but can be extended.
• The Ukrainian Tourist Visa allows applicants apply electronically without having to go to the embassy or consulate. The process of filling the application takes just a few minutes.
• Applicants are required to give some basic information such as your name, national address and date of birth when applying for the Ukraine visa.
• Applicants are to send legitimate email addresses for the embassy to send the e-Visas.
• The normal visa can be gotten but it is advised to get the e-Visa as it saves time and helps avoid the stress of going to the embassy.
• It is essential to complete all the sections of the Ukraine tourist visa application form accurately.
• Payment for the electronic visa will also be done online.
• Applicants must also pay attention to passport details they would be submitting along with their forms.
• An original passport with an empty extra page is to be scanned and uploaded.
• A digital passport-sized photo should be submitted.
• Passport must have been issued not later than 10 years from the application.
• Travelers should print a copy of their Ukrainian visa to present at the Ukrainian border along with their passport.
• Note that according to Ukraine’s visa rules, foreigners are to apply for their Ukrainian visa not earlier than 3 months before the intended date of entry to Ukraine.
• For minors,the e-Visa application shall be submitted by a parent or legal guardian. A separate e-Visa application needs to be submitted for each person.
• The original birth certificate of minors must be provided to validate the age of the said minor.
• Upon arrival and departure, you will be asked to present your e-Visa, along with all the documents specified above. You must keep a copy of the e-Visa with you for the duration of your trip.

• This visa allows its holders to visit the country for business activities.
• People with this visa can attend business meetings and sign business contracts . You can also attend conferences, seminars or job interviews.
• Applicants are not allowed to be enrolled in any of the institutions of learning in the country.
• The receipt of paid visa application fee is required.
• An invitation letter from the company you are meeting in Ukraine is needed. The letter should include the purpose and duration of the visit.
• There should be a proof that the reason of your visit is solely for business.
• If you are traveling with a minor, a letter of consent from both the applicant’s parents is needed.
• A return flight ticket to South Africa is needed.
• Travelers on this visa are prohibited from taking up paid employment in the country.
• It is processed for a period of 10 working days and ceases to be valid after 90 days.

• This visa is issued to persons who want to transit through Ukraine.
• Applicants of this visa type intend to take a connecting flight or join a ship from Ukraine to their destination.
• You are required to have the flight ticket and visa to your destination country.
• Minors should have the original copy of their birth certificate with them so as to present them at the embassy.
• Diagnosis from your local physician showing that you are in good health is required.
• The duration of the transit is not more than 5 days.
• Seamen can also apply for a transit visa but would need a seaman passbook.

• This visa is issued to journalists.
• People who apply for this visa are on visits to the country to cover a media event or write a story in the country.
• A letter of invitation from a media house registered in Ukraine requesting a media staff is required.
• They may also want to tour the country for a story.
• If you are a non-South African, a South African resident permit is needed.
• You must be able to afford a daily amount of $50 while in the country.
• You should have a return ticket to South Africa.
• You must be willing to abide by all Ukrainian rules and regulations while in the country.
• You are expected to exit the country when the visa expires.

• People who have been enrolled into one institution or the other in Ukraine would need this visa type.
• If the student’s program is not up after the 180-day validity, then the visa can be renewed.
• A letter from the institution in which the student has been admitted to confirming enrollment should be presented.
• Proof of accommodation and sustenance for the duration of study is required.
• Students in Ukraine are not allowed to work while they are studying.
• Certificates and transcripts of previously attended schools should be submitted. You are required to have two translated copies of these documents.
• All applicants of this visa should undergo HIV/AIDS test.
• Applicants should be ready to abide by the laid down rules in the country.
• You are expected to leave the country at the end of your study.
• The visa takes a period of 10 working days for processing.

• This is the visa type for people who intend to take up a paid employment in the country.
• Applicants of this visa type need to obtain a work permit in the country.
• A letter of invitation from the employer in Ukraine is required to apply for this visa.
• Proof of paid visa application fees is required.
• You are not allowed to study with visa type.
• Proof of accommodation for the duration of your stay in the country.
• If you are a minor, the original copy of your birth certificate is required.
• You are required to undergo HIV/AIDS test.
• It takes 10 working days to be processed.

• This visa is for those on Diplomatic missions in the country.
• This is also for government officials.
• People that apply for this visa type usually do so with the aim of fostering and developing working relationships.
• A letter from the country’s government should be presented.
• If you are traveling with your spouse and children, you are required to show a document backing up your claim that they are members of your family.
• Minors should ensure they have the original copy of their birth certificates.
• Diplomats are requested to show that they have sufficient funds for their stay in the country.
• It takes 10 working days for the visa to be processed.

Yes, you can reapply for a visa and even challenge your visa refusal.

Ukraine is one of the cheapest travel destinations in Europe. Commodities in Ukraine are also very affordable.