The territory of the Canary Islands belongs to Spain, so the rules for entering the picturesque island of Tenerife are the same as those for the Spanish mainland. The country is a member of the Schengen zone, so you do not need a visa to cross the border of the Spanish state.

How long can I stay in Tenerife (Spain) without a visa?

If you are a citizen of Ukraine, you can stay in Tenerife for up to 90 days.

Entry requirements

• Entry through an authorized checkpoint.
• Provide an identity document and a valid travel document.
• Provide evidence of compliance with the conditions for the proposed stay and availability of sufficient financial resources.
• Not be under a ban on entry to Spain.

The Spanish border guard may also ask you several questions related to your trip to Tenerife, for example

• What is the purpose of your visit to the island?
• How long are you going to stay in Spain?
• Where are you planning to stay in Tenerife? 

PLEASE NOTE that the Border Police have the right to refuse you entry to Spain if they believe that there is something wrong with your documents or the purpose of your entry to Spain. If the Spanish border officer concludes that you do not pose a risk to Spain, you will be allowed to enter Spain and therefore the Schengen area after checking your documents.

Make sure that when you enter Spain, the Spanish border guard stamps your passport. Without a stamp, you can be fined or detained from Spain.

Do I need insurance to stay in Tenerife?

Yes, you do. We recommend that you take out travel insurance for a safe stay on the island of Tenerife here.