Zaporizhzhya: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Zaporizhzhia, formerly known as Aleksandrovsk or Oleksandrivsk until 1921, is a city in southeast Ukraine, situated on the banks of the Dnieper River. It is the administrative centre of Zaporizhzhia Oblast.

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Now in the cityZaporizhzhya+12°CCloudy · sunset 04:19 PMupdated 03:09 PM

EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.

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Exchange rate₴45.56per 1 $UAH — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026

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Homyel'≈ 4 hr Sochi≈ 4 hr · 63 hosts

Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)Avoid parts of the countryPart of the country is off limits entirely.

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Updated information about the Russian invasion of Ukraine ('Warnings and insurance' page).

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

US State DepartmentLevel 4The authority advises against travel altogether.

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Do not travel to Ukraine for any reason due to the Russia-Ukraine war . U.S. embassy operations The Embassy is open and operating in Kyiv; however, Embassy personnel are subject to movement, curfew, and activity restrictions, which may cause delays in provision of consular assistance to U.S. citizens outside of Kyiv. U.S.

Source: US Department of State Travel Advisory

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Zaporizhzhya: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

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