{"id":2642,"date":"2026-08-31T09:39:45","date_gmt":"2026-08-31T06:39:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/umantravel.com\/?p=2642"},"modified":"2026-08-31T12:09:05","modified_gmt":"2026-08-31T09:09:05","slug":"qr-code-for-the-official-payment-of-the-tourist-tax-in-uman-for-pilgrims","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/umantravel.com\/en\/qr-code-for-the-official-payment-of-the-tourist-tax-in-uman-for-pilgrims\/","title":{"rendered":"QR code for the official payment of the tourist tax in Uman for pilgrims"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Pilgrims planning a trip to Uman for Rosh Hashanah 2026 are reminded of the need to pay the tourist tax correctly and through official channels.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">For the convenience of pilgrims, <strong>a QR code<\/strong> is available <strong>for the official payment of the tourist tax<\/strong>. It provides quick access to official information regarding the payment procedure, account details, and rules for paying the tax.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Important: <strong>The tourist tax must be paid only through official channels\u2014in accordance with the procedure established by the Uman City Council<\/strong>. Payments made through third-party websites, private intermediaries, or at a \u201creduced\u201d fixed rate are not official methods and may cause problems during an audit.<\/p>\n<h2>Tourist Tax in Uman in 2026<\/h2>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">In 2026, the following tourist tax rates apply to pilgrims using temporary lodging services in Uman:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li><strong>432.35 UAH per person per day<\/strong> \u2014 for stays in apartments, residential buildings, rooms, cottages, and other similar accommodations;<\/li>\n<li><strong>216.18 UAH per person per day<\/strong> \u2014 for stays in hotels, hostels, campgrounds, motels, dormitories, guesthouses, and other hotel-type establishments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The amount depends on the type of accommodation. Therefore, before paying, pilgrims should check which category their lodging falls under.<\/p>\n<h2>Why It\u2019s Important to Pay Only Through Official Channels<\/h2>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The State Agency for Tourism Development of Ukraine <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid02QDjKGjb8wKD28AaPD9aSkoogPy8MB8JqBnNbS6zL4JWCG8hxd2uGtMPm27JQRM7Ul&amp;id=100069225999165&amp;_rdr\">reminds<\/a> pilgrims: the tourist tax must be paid only in accordance with the official procedure.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Do not use offers from third-party websites or intermediaries that promise to pay the tax:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>\u201cat a discount\u201d;<\/li>\n<li>\u201cas a single fixed amount\u201d;<\/li>\n<li>\u201cwithout waiting in line\u201d;<\/li>\n<li>\u201cthrough acquaintances\u201d;<\/li>\n<li>without an official receipt.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">This practice <strong>is not provided for in the resolutions of the Uman City Council<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">If the tourist tax is paid unofficially, problems may arise during an inspection. Pilgrims must have proof of official payment.<\/p>\n<h2>Why is a QR code needed?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The QR code is needed so that pilgrims can quickly access official information about the tourist tax.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The QR code provides access to:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>the official payment procedure;<\/li>\n<li>payment details;<\/li>\n<li>information on tourist tax rates;<\/li>\n<li>explanations in Ukrainian, English, and Hebrew;<\/li>\n<li>the rules that must be followed when making a payment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">This is especially convenient for foreign citizens planning a trip to Uman who want to verify all payments in advance.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-2634 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/umantravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/784797440_2268211687276184_5026740570107593950_n-203x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"340\" height=\"502\" srcset=\"https:\/\/umantravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/784797440_2268211687276184_5026740570107593950_n-203x300.jpg 203w, https:\/\/umantravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/784797440_2268211687276184_5026740570107593950_n-100x148.jpg 100w, https:\/\/umantravel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/784797440_2268211687276184_5026740570107593950_n.jpg 526w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 340px) 100vw, 340px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>You must keep the receipt or invoice<\/h2>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">After paying the tourist tax, pilgrims must keep the payment receipt until the end of their stay in Uman.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">This can be a receipt or invoice confirming the official payment of the tourist tax.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">During your stay in the city, proof of payment may be required in the event of an inspection. That is why it is important not only to pay the tax but also to have a document confirming it.<\/p>\n<h2>Potential Issues with Unofficial Payments<\/h2>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">If a pilgrim has paid through a third-party website or a private intermediary but does not have official confirmation, difficulties may arise.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Specifically:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>the payment may not be recognized as official;<\/li>\n<li>there may be no proof of payment of the tourist fee;<\/li>\n<li>questions may arise during an inspection;<\/li>\n<li>the pilgrim may have to explain the source of the payment;<\/li>\n<li>it may be necessary to resolve the payment issue again.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">To avoid such situations, the tourist tax must be paid only through official channels.<\/p>\n<h2>Official information is available in three languages<\/h2>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The official payment procedure, payment details, and complete information are available to pilgrims in Ukrainian, English, and Hebrew.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">This is important because foreign citizens from various countries arrive in Uman for Rosh Hashanah. Information in multiple languages helps prevent payment errors and allows for better preparation for the trip.<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Official information is available at the following link:<\/p>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/4c7vWNT\" data-rich-text-autolink=\"\"><strong>https:\/\/bit.ly\/4c7vWNT<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>What Pilgrims Need to Do Before Paying<\/h2>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Before paying the tourist tax, pilgrims should:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>check the official payment procedure;<\/li>\n<li>use the QR code or the official link;<\/li>\n<li>confirm the amount based on their accommodation type;<\/li>\n<li>avoid using third-party websites;<\/li>\n<li>do not transfer money to private intermediaries;<\/li>\n<li>Do not agree to \u201cdiscounts\u201d or fixed unofficial amounts;<\/li>\n<li>keep your receipt or invoice after payment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<h3>Why is a QR code required to pay the tourist tax?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The QR code provides quick access to official information about the procedure for paying the tourist tax, payment details, and rates.<\/p>\n<h3>How much is the tourist tax in Uman in 2026?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">In 2026, the tourist tax is <strong>432.35 UAH per person per day<\/strong> for stays in private accommodations and <strong>216.18 UAH per person per day<\/strong> for stays in hotels and hotel-type establishments.<\/p>\n<h3>Can I pay the tourist tax through an intermediary?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">No. You should not use third-party websites or intermediaries that offer payment \u201cat a discount\u201d or for a single fixed amount. Such a mechanism is not provided for by the resolutions of the Uman City Council.<\/p>\n<h3>Do I need to keep the receipt after payment?<\/h3>\n<p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Yes. You must keep the receipt or invoice until the end of your stay in Uman.<\/p>\n<h3>Where can I find official information?<\/h3>\n<p>The official payment procedure, payment details, and complete information are available in Ukrainian, English, and Hebrew at the following link: <a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/4c7vWNT\" data-rich-text-autolink=\"\"><strong>https:\/\/bit.ly\/4c7vWNT<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpm_excerpt clearfix\"><p>Pilgrims planning a trip to Uman for Rosh Hashanah 2026 are reminded of the need to pay the tourist tax correctly and through official channels. 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