Ukraine
The practical basics before you go: plugs, emergency numbers, money, tipping and the time.
The country in brief
About 39 million people live in Ukraine, on 603,550 km². The capital is Kyiv.
- Capital
- Kyiv
- Population
- 38,980,376
- Area
- 603,550 km²
- Official languages
- Ukrainian
Facts change, so check the important things before you travel.
Population: World Bank, 2025 (CC BY 4.0). Capital, area and languages: Wikidata. Facts fetched October 30, 2026.
Before you go
Which plugs are used in Ukraine?
Sockets take plug type C/F, at 230 V and 50 Hz.
What is the emergency number in Ukraine?
Call 102 for the police, 103 for an ambulance and 101 for the fire brigade.
Do you tip in Ukraine?
About 10 %.
Which side of the road do they drive on in Ukraine?
Traffic drives on the right.
What currency is used in Ukraine?
Prices are in Ukrainian Hryvnia (UAH).
What language do they speak in Ukraine?
Official languages: Ukrainian.
How do I call a number in Ukraine from abroad?
To call a number there from abroad, start with +380.
Entry rules and travel advice
Visa rules depend on your passport and can change at short notice. Your own government keeps them up to date, so check its advice before you book.
Links checked October 30, 2026.
