Ukraine•EuropeMedia/Journalist Visa (Type D-11)
At a Glance
Processing Time
5-10 days
Application Fee
65 USD
Stay Duration
1 to 3 years
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Long-term visa for foreign journalists and media correspondents. Valid 90 days for entry to apply for temporary residence permit. Allows work as foreign media representative in Ukraine.
Media and journalist visas are designed for foreign correspondents, reporters, and media professionals assigned to cover events or work in Ukraine for international news organizations. This visa requires proof of credentials and assignment from a legitimate foreign media entity.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Savings
180,000 EUR
Personal
Education
None or higher
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: RU, BY
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 3 months validity after intended departure
Passport photographs
Recent biometric photos
Press credentials
Valid journalist/media credentials
Assignment letter
Official letter from foreign media organization with assignment details
Health insurance
Medical/travel insurance with minimum €30,000 coverage
Proof of employment
Evidence of media organization employment
Sponsor Documents
Media organization documentation
Proof of organization status and assignment authorization
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Advantages
- Enables international journalism
- Relatively straightforward for credentialed journalists
- Multiple year TRP available
- Professional work authorization
Considerations
- Requires media organization assignment
- Dependent on media credentials
- Work limited to journalism
- Press freedom considerations
Application Process
Secure media assignment
Obtain assignment or employment offer from foreign media organization
Collect credentials
Prepare press credentials, assignment letter, media organization documentation
Prepare documents
Gather passport, photos, employment letter, health insurance
Submit visa application
Apply at Ukrainian embassy with D-11 visa application
Pay fee and process
Pay USD 65, allow 5-10 working days
Obtain visa
Receive 90-day D-11 media visa
Enter Ukraine
Enter with visa and register with Migration Service
Apply for residence permit
Submit TRP application within 30 days for extended stay
Application Forms
Media/Journalist Visa Application Form
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