Czech Republic visa-free entry for citizens of Ukraine: 2026 entry rules
No, citizens of Ukraine do not need a visa for a short stay in the Czech Republic (up to 90 days per 180-day period).
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ETIAS: once the system is running, which the EU expects in the last quarter of 2026, citizens of Ukraine will need to apply online for a travel authorisation (€20) before departure. Nothing to do yet: applications are not open, so beware of websites already selling it. Our ETIAS guide · Official EU website
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Travellers from Ukraine do not apply for a visa for a tourist stay in the Czech Republic, but border control still asks for a file.
How long can citizens of Ukraine stay in the Czech Republic?
90 days per 180-day period
Visa-free entry allows a stay of 90 days per 180-day period. To stay longer, study or work, a visa is generally required.
What to show at the border of the Czech Republic
Visa-free entry is not automatic: border officers can refuse boarding or entry if the file is incomplete. Expect to be able to show:
- Valid passport
- Proof of accommodation
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of sufficient funds
A usual minimum, not the official list: check it against the official source before you travel.
Other visa types for Czech Republic
A tourist stay is not the only purpose. These are the other permits the destination issues and that your nationality is eligible for, each with its own fee and processing time.
- Employee Card
- EU Blue Card
- Trade-license business visa
- Student visa
- Family Reunification
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- Use an official calculator to verify your days already spent in the Schengen area to avoid exceeding the 90-day limit without a visa.
- Obtain health insurance covering the entire duration of your stay, mandatory for entry.
- For stays over 90 days, start the long-stay visa process several weeks before departure.
- Contact the Czech embassy in Ukraine for personalized and up-to-date information.
- In case of the Ukraine conflict, inquire about temporary protection measures in the Czech Republic.
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