This guide was written prior to Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine and is therefore not reflective of the current situation. Any plans to relocate to or visit Ukraine should be put on hold until the situation is stabilised, and all embassy safety directives should be followed.

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New Year’s Day1 January January
International Women’s Day8 March10 March
Labour Day1 May1 May
Orthodox Easter Sunday5 May20 April
Orthodox Easter Monday6 May21 April
Victory Day8 May8 May
Orthodox Whit Sunday23 June8 June
Orthodox Whit Monday24 June9 June
Constitution Day28 June30 June
Independence Day26 August25 August
Day of Defenders1 October1 October
Christmas Day25 December25 December

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