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Ukraine

Resilient cities, rich culture, and a digital-first nation

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Heads up

Ukraine remains under martial law due to the ongoing conflict. Download the Air Alert app before arrival . it pushes instant air raid notifications. Curfew hours vary by region and can change with little notice, so check local announcements daily.

9 apps5 essentialEurope

Last updated: March 2026

Uklon

Essential

Ukraine's homegrown market-leading ride-hailing app operating in 28 cities including Kyiv, Lviv, Odesa, and Kharkiv.

Pro tip: Set the app to English and save your hotel address as a favourite destination.

Bolt

Nice to have

Pan-European ride-hailing app with solid coverage in Ukraine's major cities. Reliable backup when Uklon has surge pricing.

Uber

Nice to have

Operates in Ukraine's largest cities with a familiar interface, though Uklon typically offers lower base fares.

Bolt Food

Nice to have

Top-ranked food delivery app in Ukraine, delivering restaurant meals and rapid grocery delivery through Bolt Market.

Pro tip: Use Bolt Market for late-night snack runs . deliveries often arrive in under 30 minutes.

Glovo

Nice to have

Multi-category delivery platform operating in 20 Ukrainian cities, covering food, groceries, pharmacies, and more.

Viber

Essential

The dominant messaging and voice-call app in Ukraine. Businesses, restaurants, and locals use Viber for everyday communication.

Pro tip: Join public Viber communities for cities you're visiting . locals post real-time shelter locations and curfew updates.

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