last edited Dec 11, 2019
Health and Safety in Ukraine
Location Map of Ukraine
Official Recommendations
In France, both for individuals and professionals, the "travel advice" from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs regarding precautions for each country has legal value. A similar online travel advice system exists in several countries:
Health
No vaccinations are mandatory to enter the country, though it is still advisable to be up to date with your "basic vaccinations."
Diseases
Hygiene
Local Healthcare Facilities
Safety
Crime and Delinquency
Scams and "Tourist" Harassment
Socio-Political Risks
Between the annexation of Crimea and the Donbass conflict, the situation in Ukraine is far from straightforward. While the former remains relatively peaceful despite the "disagreement," the same cannot be said for the east of the country, where thousands of deaths have been recorded on both sides since 2014. As a result, the entire area near the front lines is strictly off-limits.
Climate, Nature, and Wildlife
Foreign Consulates in Ukraine
If you encounter problems while traveling abroad, your country’s consular services can assist you. It’s also worth noting that if you are an EU citizen and your country is not represented, you can seek help from any other EU member state’s representation.
France
Other Countries
Belgium:
Canada:
Switzerland: