In 2024, there will be no restrictions on entry into Ukraine for foreigners. However, the airspace still remains closed, so the travel route should be planned in advance. Find out how to get to Ukraine from Israel and what border crossing rules are relevant this year

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In the conditions of martial law, foreigners continue to visit Ukraine. According to official sources, more than 2.4 million foreigners, including Israeli citizens, entered the country in 2023 alone. It is also safe to assume that the number of tourists will be higher in 2024, because the popularity of Ukraine among foreigners is growing.

However, in closed airspace, traveling to Ukraine has its own characteristics. It is also necessary to observe certain safety rules during the trip.

How to get to Ukraine from Israel? What rules for entering Ukraine are relevant in 2024? Useful information for those planning a trip to the state is collected in our material.

Flight from Israel to the Ukrainian border + train/bus

The most convenient and fastest way to get to Ukraine is to fly to one of the airports in Europe, which is located near the Ukrainian border, and from there continue the journey by land transport - by train or bus.

Ukraine borders Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania and Moldova. There are many direct flights from Israel to these countries.

Israel – Poland

- Warsaw can be reached by direct flight from Tel Aviv. Ticket price starts at $190. Travel time is about 3 hours 50 minutes. The flight is operated by Israel's largest airline, El Al. Departure at 07:30, arrival in Warsaw at 10:20.

- Krakow is one of the closest Polish airports to the Ukrainian border, where there are direct flights from Israel. The distance from Krakow to Lviv is 328 km. You can get here by direct flight from Tel Aviv. From November 18, 2024, departures will be made daily, except Saturdays. Ticket prices start at $150. Travel time – 3 hours 55 minutes, departure at 20:05. The flight is operated by the Polish air carrier LOT.

- You can fly to Rzeszów (Ryaszów) only with a transfer, most often in Warsaw. The airport in Rzeszów is the closest Polish airport to the Ukrainian border, it is located 172 km from Lviv (Ukraine). The duration of such a trip is more than 6 hours, the price of a ticket is from 250 dollars.

Detailed route from Poland to Ukraine in this article.

Israel - Moldova

There are direct flights from Tel Aviv to Chisinau airport every day except Friday. The price of the ticket is from 120 dollars. Travel time is 2 hours 50 minutes. Flights are available from Israir and Flyone.

The distance to the Ukrainian border from Chisinau is 130 km - Palanka checkpoint (Odesa region). The nearest large Ukrainian city: Odesa. Tourists planning a trip to the southern regions of Ukraine should choose a flight to Chisinau airport.

There is a direct train from Chisinau to Kyiv. Bus transfers to Odessa are also available.

Israel – Hungary

You can fly to Debrecen, the Hungarian airport closest to the Ukrainian border, only with a transfer, most often in Budapest. Ticket price starts at $300.

There are direct flights to Budapest from Tel Aviv. Travel time from 3 hours 35 minutes, ticket price from 200 dollars.

The flight is operated by Blue Bird Airways, Arkia and Israir.

There is a direct train from Budapest to Kyiv. Detailed route from Hungary to Ukraine by link.

Israel – Romania

Only connecting flights are available to Suceava, usually in Bucharest. The price of the ticket is from 350 dollars, the duration of the trip is from 6 hours and 30 minutes.

You can easily get to Chernivtsi from Suceava, there is a daily bus from the bus station, the journey to Chernivtsi takes 2-3 hours.

The detailed route from Romania to Ukraine is here.

Importantly! When planning a trip from Israel to Ukraine, carefully follow the information from the airlines, because taking into account the unstable situation and the existing security threat, the flight can be postponed or canceled at any time.

Pay attention! If you plan to buy tickets for the near future, the prices may be much higher.

Rules of entry for citizens of Israel to Ukraine in 2024

● Visa is not required. Citizens of Israel have the right to stay in Ukraine without a visa for up to 90 days, if the purpose of the trip is tourism, visiting relatives, treatment, etc.

If the duration of your stay exceeds 90 days or you plan to work or study in Ukraine, then before traveling you need to apply for a long-term visa (type "D") at the Ukrainian embassy or consulate in Israel. It is better to start the procedure at least 3 months before the planned trip.

Importantly! In June 2024, Israel announced the introduction of an ETA-IL permit for Ukrainians to stay in the country for up to 90 days. In response to such Israeli actions, Ukraine promised to introduce its own restrictions for Israeli citizens. The new rules were supposed to affect thousands of people who visit Ukraine every year.

However, Tel Aviv later officially announced that it would postpone the introduction of ETA-IL for Ukrainians until 2025. In connection with this, the Ukrainian side has not yet taken measures in response. So, as of November 2024, Israeli citizens can enter Ukraine without any complications. However, in 2025, we advise you to monitor the situation and check the current entry rules when planning a trip to Ukraine.

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● Entry into Ukraine is based on a valid foreign passport, , which must have at least one blank page for the input stamp.

Also, to cross the Ukrainian border, you must provide:

1. Health insurance policy.

2. Confirmation of the purpose of the trip: a notarized invitation from citizens of Ukraine (relatives, acquaintances, friends), travel vouchers, confirmation of accommodation reservations, invitations from companies or organizations, tickets to seminars, exhibitions, fairs, documents about treatment in medical facilities, etc.

3. Confirmation of financial support (cash, bank statement, check from an ATM, etc.) - proof that you have sufficient funds for the entire period of your planned stay in Ukraine or transit to a third country ($45 per person for each day of your stay in Ukraine ).

Importantly! Foreigners who have been banned from entering Ukraine by an authorized state body will not be able to cross the border. Read about who can be refused entry to Ukraine in our article.

Useful links for those planning a trip to Ukraine

● Booking a tour – if the purpose of the trip is tourism, be sure to search for a tour in advance. The largest database of routes from proven tourist operators is collected at the link. Depending on your interests, you can also plan an individual trip.

● Housing search – book hotels here. Rules for renting an apartment in Ukraine for foreigners in this article.

● Rent a car – to feel more mobile while traveling in Ukraine, we recommend renting a car. Detailed instructions at the link.

● Safety and insurance rules – safety rules must be strictly followed when traveling through Ukraine under martial law. In addition, make sure you have military risk insurance. About the benefits of the policy here.

● Legal support – in the conditions of martial law, certain rights of citizens may be limited, therefore, if you need the help of a lawyer while traveling in Ukraine, you can contact the specialists at the link.

● Contacts of the Embassy of Israel in Ukraine:

- Address: 01901, Kyiv, Lesya Ukrainka Boulevard, 34;

- Phone: (+38 044) 586-15-00, (+38 044) 284-97-44;

- Working hours: Monday-Thursday 09:00–17:00, Friday 09:00–14:00;

- E-mail: [email protected], [email protected] (Secretary of the Ambassador).

● Souvenirs – stylish clothes and accessories in memory of Ukraine here.

We wish you a good trip!

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