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Here you will find important tips and useful information for Ukraine.
Travelers are advised not to proceed beyond major cities without sufficient cash.
ATM cash withdrawals outside bigger communities or cities may not be available.
Credit cards are recommended for car rentals. Prepaid cards are generally accepted for payment but not for reservations. Please check the possible payment methods with the car rental company in advance.
The declaration form must be kept until final departure.
Keep exchange and transaction receipts.
For reasons of safety, it is advisable not to exchange cash over the amount needed immediately.
Euros are preferred when using foreign currency to exchange for local currency (especially outside the cities).
Time difference with Switzerland
+ 1h
Capital
Kiev (Kyïv)
National language
Official language
Ukrainian
Language capabilities
English and German
Voltage
220 volt / adapter required for 3-pronged plug
Opening hours
Banks
9.00 - 13.00 h and 14.00 - 18.00 h (Mon - Fri)
Stores
8.00/9.00 - 18.00/19.00 h (Mon - Sat)
Health situation
Do not drink tap water.
Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.
Driving
Swiss driver's license accepted for car rentals.
Minimum age for car rentals: 25 (varies by rental company).
International green insurance card mandatory.
CH sticker, first-aid kit, fire extinguisher and breakdown triangle mandatory.
Blood alcohol limit: 0.0 ‰.
Country code for calling Switzerland
8 (wait for dialing tone) 10 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)
Swiss Embassy / Consulate
Kyiv, vul. Kozyatynska 12
Tel. +380 44 281 61 28
Other information
Security
Travelers who wish to travel to this country are advised to inquire about current traveler safety prior to departure.
Avoid demonstrations and large crowds.
Avoid nighttime driving.
Si consiglia di rispettare le abituali misure precauzionali contro la microcriminalità.
Do not carry valuables (watches, jewelry, expensive cameras, etc.) on you.
An exclusion zone stretches 30 km around Chernobyl.
Special legal regulations
Very strict laws to fight illegal drugs.
Travel is the secure prepaid card for use away from home – without any annual fees. In the event of loss, the card including the balance will be replaced worldwide.
Find out more about TravelWhile every precaution has been taken to verify the information provided, Swiss Bankers Prepaid Services Ltd does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of Country Information. Swiss Bankers therefore shall not be held liable for any damage or loss sustained in connection with any errors or omissions contained therein.
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