Ukraine Entry Guide for Cape Verde Citizens 2026

Entry Rules for Cape Verde Citizens

Cape Verde citizens need a short-term Type C visa to enter Ukraine. This visa is typically issued for tourism, business trips, private visits, and cultural or sports events and allows a stay of up to 90 days within any 180-day period.

Where to apply: submit your application through a Ukrainian diplomatic mission (embassy/consulate) or other authorized Ukrainian consular offices. Applications are usually accepted no earlier than 3 months before your planned trip date. Ukraine does not issue short-term visas on arrival.

COVID-19: there are no COVID-related entry restrictions in 2026.

Required Documents

Prepare a complete set of documents to reduce the risk of delays or refusal. For a Type C visa, Cape Verde citizens generally need:

• International passport valid for at least 3 months after your planned departure from Ukraine
• Visa application form (completed as required by the consulate)
• One recent photo (typically 35×45 mm)
• Travel medical insurance valid in Ukraine with coverage of at least €30,000
• Proof of sufficient funds (bank statement, income certificate, or sponsorship letter)
• Proof of trip purpose (hotel booking/tourist voucher, invitation letter, event invitation, medical documents, or onward tickets for transit)
• Visa fee payment receipt

Visa fees (typical): standard processing $65, urgent processing $130, and free for children under 18 (consular rules may still require documents).

Financial means at the border: border officers may ask you to prove you can cover your stay. The minimum is calculated under Cabinet of Ministers Resolution No. 884 using the subsistence minimum (3,209 UAH in 2026) and the length of stay. Bring a bank statement (preferably recent) and keep accommodation and return/onward tickets accessible.

Travel Insurance

Medical insurance is mandatory for Cape Verde citizens applying for a Ukraine visa and is strongly recommended for the entire stay. Your policy should cover:

• Emergency outpatient and inpatient treatment
• Hospitalization and diagnostics
• Emergency medical transportation and repatriation
• Coverage for war-related risks (where available and explicitly stated in the policy terms)

For policies designed specifically for travel in Ukraine, many travelers use insurance-ukraine.com to purchase coverage online and keep the certificate ready for both the visa application and border checks.

Safety

Ukraine remains under martial law in many areas, and the security situation can change quickly. Practical steps for safer travel:

• Check local security updates before intercity trips and avoid restricted areas.
• Carry your passport, visa, and insurance details (paper copy + phone copy).
• Follow instructions at checkpoints and during air-raid alerts.
• Use the emergency number 112 for urgent help (it connects to emergency services).

Emergency numbers: 101 (fire), 102 (police), 103 (ambulance), 104 (gas emergency), or 112 (single emergency number).

Customs

Green corridor (no written declaration, if within limits):

• Personal belongings
• Goods up to €500 total value and up to 50 kg
• Food for personal use (not for sale) up to €200
• Cash up to €10,000 (or equivalent). If carrying more, be ready to show bank documents confirming withdrawal from your account.
• Medicines (non-narcotic/non-psychotropic): generally up to 5 packages of each medicine per person

Red corridor (written declaration required): goods requiring permits, cultural values, securities/payment documents, controlled medicines (narcotic/psychotropic/precursors), and goods exceeding €500 or 50 kg. Keep receipts to support declared value.

Prohibited imports: narcotic/psychotropic substances, explosives, toxic substances, certain foods without certification, materials promoting violence/racism/war or pornography, unidentified animals, wanted cultural property, and weapons (including gas sprays) without required permits.

Pets (cats/dogs): microchip (ISO 11784/11785, 15-digit), rabies vaccination after chipping, and a veterinary health certificate issued shortly before travel (commonly within 10 days). Requirements can vary by route and issuing authority—confirm with your airline and the competent veterinary authority before departure.

Driving

Ukraine has right-hand traffic. If you plan to drive, carry your driver’s license and vehicle registration documents at all times, and wear seat belts (driver and front passenger).

Speed limits (typical):

• Residential/pedestrian zones: 20 km/h
• Within cities: 50 km/h
• Outside settlements: 90 km/h
• Divided highways: 110 km/h
• Motorways: 130 km/h

Driving a foreign-plated car: foreign nationals may generally use a foreign-plated vehicle in Ukraine for up to one year for personal use. If staying longer than two months, temporary registration at an Interior Ministry service center may be required. After one year, the vehicle must leave Ukraine.

Children in cars: children under 12 must use appropriate child restraints; children cannot ride in the front seat without a child seat; children over 12 must wear seat belts.

Checkpoints: slow down, prepare documents, follow instructions, and avoid filming military personnel or equipment. Expect possible vehicle and luggage inspections.