Ukraine digital nomad visa & residency (2026)

Ukraine has enacted no dedicated remote-work or digital-nomad visa category. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and State Migration Service list no such pathway in their current service catalogues.

Citizens of 87 countries may enter Ukraine visa-free for 14–90 days depending on bilateral arrangements. As of February 2025, citizens of 42 countries can obtain an e-Visa fully online for single or double entry of up to 30 days.

Foreigners employed by a Ukrainian entity must first obtain a work permit from the State Employment Service (issued within 7 business days), then apply to DMSU for a temporary residence permit—generally valid 1 year and renewable—after arriving on a long-stay (Type D) visa.

A foreigner working remotely for a non-Ukrainian employer does not require a Ukrainian work permit, but must still secure a temporary residence permit for stays beyond the visa-free or e-Visa period. No standalone 'remote work' residence ground exists; the permit must be anchored to another qualifying basis such as family ties or business registration.

Registering a Ukrainian sole proprietorship (FOP) or company and employing oneself as director qualifies for a temporary residence permit of up to 3 years (renewable), versus the standard 1-year permit under employment. This is the most practical long-stay route for independent remote workers.

Ukraine has been under continuous martial law since February 2022, extended in 90-day increments—most recently through at least February 2026. Foreign nationals may still enter; mandatory war-risk medical insurance is required. Exit restrictions for Ukrainian men aged 18–60 do not affect foreigners' right to enter or reside.