Ukraine•EuropePrivate Visit Visa (Type C-02)
At a Glance
Processing Time
5-10 days
Application Fee
65 USD
Stay Duration
90 days
Renewable
Varies
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
Short-term visa for visiting family and friends in Ukraine. Valid for 6 months with 90-day stay within every 180 days. Requires invitation from private individual.
Type C-02 visas allow individuals to visit family members or friends living in Ukraine. The inviting person must be a Ukrainian citizen or legally residing foreigner who provides a notarized invitation letter confirming the relationship and purpose of visit.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
3 months after intended departure months
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 3 months validity after intended departure, 2 blank pages
Passport photographs
Recent biometric photos
Private invitation letter
Original notarized invitation from Ukrainian national or legal resident
Proof of financial means
Bank statements or evidence of funds for stay
Health insurance
Medical/travel insurance with minimum €30,000 coverage
Host's identity documents
Copy of inviting person's passport or ID
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Advantages
- Enables family and friend visits
- Longer validity period
- Multiple entries allowed
- Simple documentation requirements
Considerations
- No employment rights
- Limited stay duration per visit
- No pathway to residency
- Requires notarized invitation letter
Application Process
Obtain invitation letter
Ukrainian national or legal resident provides notarized private invitation letter
Prepare documentation
Gather passport, photos, invitation, and proof of funds
Submit application
Apply at Ukrainian embassy or consulate
Pay fee
Pay USD 65 for regular processing
Await decision
Processing takes 5-10 working days
Collect passport
Retrieve passport with approved visa
Application Forms
Visa Application Form
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