Is it safe to travel to Ukraine?

Travel Alert Status

Level 4: Do Not Travel

Travel Warnings

Exercise increased caution in Ukraine due to war, crime and civil unrest. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory.

Do not travel to

Crimea due to arbitrary detentions and other abuses by Russian occupation authorities.

The eastern parts of the Donetsk and Luhansk oblasts, especially the non-government-controlled areas, due to armed conflict.

Crime targeting foreigners and property is common. Demonstrations, which have turned violent at times, regularly occur throughout Ukraine, including in Kyiv. Politically targeted assassinations and bombings have also occurred. There are reports of violence by extreme nationalist groups.

Safety and Security

Prior to wartime conditions, Ukraine is a safe country to visit, with the little anti-U.S. sentiment. Large demonstrations occasionally occur in bigger cities, such as Kyiv, and are usually sponsored by political organizations. Most protests are peaceful but you should avoid them if at all possible. Even demonstrations that are meant to be peaceful can become violent and unpredictable. Be alert and aware of your surroundings and pay attention to what the local news media report. If the Embassy obtains information about a planned protest ahead of time, an announcement will be posted on the Embassy website.

Several bombings targeting public areas have occurred in Ukraine in the last year and caused damage or injury. While the bombings in Ukraine are not related to terrorism and have not targeted U.S. citizens, the Embassy reiterates the necessity to maintain high level of vigilance and to take appropriate steps to increase your security awareness.

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