Ukraine Entry Guide for French Guiana Citizens 2026

Entry Rules for French Guiana Citizens (2026)

French Guiana citizens can enter Ukraine visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period for tourism, private visits, business meetings, and transit. Entry is allowed only with a valid international passport. A national ID card is not accepted for border crossing.

Ukraine remains under martial law in 2026. Border officers may apply additional checks, including verifying your itinerary, accommodation, and funds. Plan extra time at the border and keep documents ready in printed and digital form.

Required Documents

Prepare the following for visa-free entry (border officers may request any of these):

• Passport (valid for the entire stay; many travelers also keep at least 3 months’ validity beyond departure to avoid airline issues).
• Travel medical insurance valid in Ukraine for the full trip (mandatory).
• Proof of purpose of travel: hotel booking, rental agreement, invitation letter (private or business), tour voucher, medical appointment documents, or onward tickets for transit.
• Proof of sufficient funds for the stay (cash, bank cards + statement, paid accommodation, tour voucher, or a host’s guarantee letter).
• No active entry ban (checked by the State Border Guard Service).

How much money may be required? The minimum can be calculated by the border service using: FO = ((20 × Pm) ÷ 30) × (Kd + 5), where Pm is the 2026 subsistence minimum (3,209 UAH) and Kd is the number of days in Ukraine. Example: for 30 days, the minimum is 24,344 UAH.

Travel Insurance

Medical insurance is mandatory for foreigners entering Ukraine in 2026. Choose a policy that clearly states coverage in Ukraine and includes:

• Outpatient and inpatient treatment
• Emergency care
• Repatriation
• Coverage for COVID-19-related medical expenses
• Coverage that does not exclude war-related risks (read exclusions carefully)

Many travelers arrange a compliant policy online before departure to avoid refusal at the border. If you need a quick option, you can purchase a policy via insurance-ukraine.com.

Safety

Ukraine has region-by-region security conditions. Follow these practical steps:

• Check the curfew rules for your destination (curfew hours vary by region and can change).
• Install the Air Alarm app for real-time air-raid alerts and follow local instructions.
• Carry your passport and insurance details; keep digital copies separately.
• Do not photograph or film military sites, checkpoints, air defense, or troop movements.
• Save emergency numbers: 112 (all services), 101 fire, 102 police, 103 ambulance, 104 gas emergency.

Kyiv and other major cities can be visited, but safety depends on the current situation. Monitor official alerts, follow hotel guidance, and know the nearest shelter location.

Customs

Green corridor (no written declaration) is typically used for items within allowances. You may generally bring:

• Personal belongings
• Goods up to EUR 500 total value and up to 50 kg
• Food for personal use (not for sale) up to EUR 200
• Cash up to EUR 10,000 (or equivalent) without declaration; above this, be ready to show bank withdrawal proof and declare
• Medicines (non-narcotic/non-psychotropic): typically up to 5 packages of each medicine per person

Red corridor (written declaration required) is used for goods requiring permits, higher-value goods, certain medicines, cultural valuables, securities/payment documents, and amounts above the duty-free limits. Keep receipts—customs may assess value based on documents or comparable market prices.

Prohibited to import includes narcotics/psychotropics, explosives/poisons, certain foods without certificates, and weapons (including gas weapons) without required permits.

Export from Ukraine: goods under EUR 10,000 may be exported without written declaration in many cases; higher values generally require declaration. Certain categories (cultural/historical items, weapons/ammunition, narcotics, some medicines, and restricted goods) are prohibited or require permits.

Driving

Ukraine has right-hand traffic. If you drive in Ukraine, carry your driving licence, passport, and vehicle registration documents. Seat belts are mandatory for the driver and front passenger.

Speed limits (general):

• Residential/pedestrian zones: 20 km/h
• In settlements: 50 km/h
• Outside settlements: 90 km/h
• Divided roads: 110 km/h
• Motorways: 130 km/h

Vehicle insurance: Ukraine requires mandatory third-party liability insurance for drivers. Arrange coverage before driving; some travelers also add extended coverage including war risks. If you need a fast online purchase, options are available via insurance-ukraine.com.

Foreign-plated cars: Foreign citizens may use a foreign-registered vehicle in Ukraine for up to one year for personal use. If you stay longer than two months, you must complete temporary vehicle registration with a Ministry of Internal Affairs service center. After one year, the vehicle must leave Ukraine.

Children in cars: Children under 12 must use appropriate child restraints; transporting a child in the front seat without a child seat is prohibited. Children over 12 must wear seat belts.

Checkpoints: Slow down, prepare documents, follow instructions, and avoid recording. Turn off and remove dashcams/phones from visible use when requested. Do not exit the vehicle unless instructed.