The EU Council adopted a regulation on visa liberalisation for Ukrainian citizens travelling to the EU.

"The adoption of the regulation on visa liberalisation for Ukrainian citizens is an important development, which will help strengthen ties between the people of Ukraine and the EU. It follows the completion of the necessary reforms by Ukraine in a number of areas including migration, public order and security, external relations and fundamental rights. Furthermore, the revised suspension mechanism recently adopted by the EU makes it possible for the Union to suspend such liberalization, if there are serious migration or security issues with Ukraine,” said Carmelo Abela, Maltese Minister for Home Affairs and National Security.

Ukrainian citizens with a biometric passport travelling to the EU for up to 90 days for business, tourist or family purposes will no longer need a visa. 

The Council and the European Parliament now need to sign the adopted regulation.