Ukraine→Canada
Ukraine to Canada
Can children travel on this route?
If you are under 18, you must carry a notarised letter of parental consent when travelling to Canada.
What should I do before I travel?
You must obtain a physical visa for Canada before you travel. The visa application can be made at a Canadian embassy or consulate in Ukraine, online, or at an immigration office. Canada maintains an embassy or consulate in Ukraine, so you can apply without leaving the country.
Make sure you hold a passport to travel; a passport is the accepted travel document for entry to Canada. Travel insurance is a condition of entry, so arrange suitable cover before you depart.
Register your arrival online at the Government of Canada page given for visa/eTA processes: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/visit-canada/eta/apply-pl.html.
What happens at the border?
At the border you may be asked to show proof of sufficient funds for your stay, proof of a return flight, and proof of a hotel booking. Be prepared to present those documents if requested.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa to visit Canada with a Ukrainian passport?
Yes. A Ukrainian citizen needs a visa to travel to Canada; the required permission is a physical visa applied for in advance.
How do I get the visa for Canada?
You must apply for a physical visa in advance; the visa is obtained at an embassy or consulate, online, and at an immigration office.
Do I need travel insurance to enter Canada?
You must have travel insurance as a condition of entry to Canada.
Do I need to register online before arriving in Canada?
You must register your arrival online at the specified Government of Canada page: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/visit-canada/eta/apply-pl.html.
What travel document do I need to enter Canada?
You must be able to show a passport; a passport is an accepted travel document for entry into Canada.
What documents might the border officer ask to see when I arrive?
You may be asked at the border to show proof of sufficient funds for your stay, proof of a return flight, and proof of a hotel booking.
Where can I check the official rules?
When was this last checked?
Our checker last confirmed these requirements on August 6, 2026. Entry rules can change without notice, so confirm against the official source below before you travel.
Before you travel
- 1Apply before you travel
Apply before you book. Processing times vary, and a refusal cannot be appealed at the border.
Apply on the official site - 2Check your passport
You need a valid passport.
- 3Carry proof of funds for your stay
Money for the Stay and Proof of Return Flight and Proof of Hotel Booking and Flight Back
- 4
- 5Travelling with a child
Letter of Parental Consent with Notary
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