Study visa and temporary residence for studies
Foreigners admitted to a Ukrainian education institution can get a long-stay visa and then a temporary residence permit for the period of study. Higher-education students may also work under a work permit during and after studies in some cases.
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Money
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Currency
Ukrainian Hryvnia
UAH
Ukrainian Hryvnia
Cost of living
28
Price level · US = 100
World Bank price levels, 2025
Tax
Flat 18%
Income tax (national)
VAT 20%
Flat 18% personal income tax plus a 5% military levy on most income (raised from 1.5% in December 2024).
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Happiness
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Who it’s for
International students enrolled at Ukrainian education institutions.
Eligibility
Admission
A study visa application may be based on an electronic invitation to study issued under the admissions procedure (Visa Rules, para. 8 sub-para. 4-1).
Residence for study
Foreigners who come to study and get a temporary residence permit are lawful residents for the study period (Law on the Legal Status of Foreigners, Art. 4 part 13).
Permit length
Your residence permit lasts for the study period stated in the document confirming your study.
Official wording
The residence permit lasts for the study period stated in the document confirming study (Art. 5-1).
A sneak peek at what's inside
- Next requirementWork during studies
- Document checklistPassport with D visa (unless exempt) and certified Ukrainian translation
- FeesLong-stay visa consular fee
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Other routes to Ukraine
- Visit & tourismShort-stay visa (type C) and electronic visa
- Work permitsWork permit and temporary residence for employment
- Permanent residenceImmigration permit, permanent residence and citizenship by admission
- FamilyFamily reunification
- Investors & entrepreneursTemporary residence for company founders and investors
