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What documents are required to buy an apartment in Ukraine?

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What documents are required to buy an apartment in Ukraine?

Before purchasing real estate, the seller and the buyer must prepare the relevant packages of documents. Inadequate preparation not only makes it impossible to buy an apartment, but also creates additional risks. Find out what documents Ukrainians and foreigners need to have to buy real estate in Ukraine

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Buying an apartment in Ukraine requires careful preparation on both sides of the transaction. Both the seller and the buyer must have all the necessary documents to ensure the legality and security of the transaction. Inadequate preparation can lead to legal complications and financial risks. We will tell you what documents are required to buy real estate in Ukraine, both for Ukrainian citizens and foreigners, further in the article.


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Extract from the State Register of Real Property Rights and real estate inspection


Requesting an extract from the State Register of Real Property Rights is the first step in the process of further processing documents for the purchase of an apartment. The document will tell you who the owner is and whether there are any encumbrances/restrictions. Only after obtaining this document can you sign a preliminary agreement or an advance/deposit agreement (optional) with a notary. 


However, it is important to understand that this is only a basic check available to the buyer to determine whether the property is worthy of attention. Since it is the notary's job to register the transaction, he or she should only make sure that it is possible to do so, but no more. The notary will not check the court register, the validity of title documents, or the relevance of the technical passport. Fraudsters are well aware of the limits of notarial verification and successfully use them. Therefore, in order to avoid buying a problematic property, you should contact a lawyer who will check the seller and the property in detail.


What documents does a buyer need to buy an apartment?


The list of documents that a buyer will need to purchase an apartment includes:

— Passport of a citizen of Ukraine or ID card (for a minor - birth certificate + consent of the board of trustees of the local government to purchase real estate by a minor), if the buyer is a foreigner, then another document proving his identity is provided;

— Registration number of the taxpayer's registration card (identification code);

— Marriage certificate or divorce certificate (if any);

— Written consent of the spouse (if married). It can be made by any notary, but usually by the one who will certify the sale and purchase agreement. However, if both spouses are involved in the transaction, this document may not be required.




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What documents should the seller of an apartment have?


The seller is also required to prepare a package of documents. What the seller-owner must provide:

— Original title documents;

— Extract from the Register of Real Property Rights;

— Passport, identification code;

— Written consent of the spouse, if there is a marriage;

— Marriage certificate or divorce certificate (if there is a marriage);

— Technical passport for the apartment issued by the BTI or a relevant licensed entity;

— Permission of the guardianship and custody authorities - if there is a minor who will act as a buyer (or become a co-owner);

— A real estate appraisal report;

— A co-owner's waiver of the priority right to purchase a share of the apartment - if a part of the real estate is being sold;

— A certificate of no utility payment arrears;

— Power of attorney from the owner(s), if the seller is an authorized representative.


Please note! The family composition certificate has been canceled in accordance with the order of the Ministry of Social Policy of July 17, 2019 No. 1106.


The documents collected by the seller must be checked by a notary and a lawyer. If the documents are in order, you can proceed to the conclusion and signing of the purchase and sale agreement with a notary.


Preparation is an important stage of buying real estate in Ukraine. And it requires consistency and attention to detail. This approach not only ensures the legality of the transaction, but also protects against possible risks. Regardless of whether you are a Ukrainian citizen or a foreigner, compliance with all requirements is mandatory for a successful purchase.


To avoid possible problems and ensure the safety of the transaction, contact professional lawyers. Our experts will help you check the seller, the property, and all the necessary documents, ensuring that your transaction is clean and legal. Use our services and be confident in your choice!


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We remind you! Foreigners have the right to purchase any real estate in Ukraine. However, the real estate market, the acquisition process and the subsequent transfer of ownership have certain peculiarities. This article explains what restrictions exist for foreigners and how to buy real estate in Ukraine.


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Ihor Usyk is the Head of Legal Department at Visit Ukraine


Our team of lawyers will provide professional support at every stage of the real estate purchase: from preliminary checks of the seller and the property to the actual handover of the keys to the apartment. Request a specialist consultation and entrust us with your peace of mind and confidence in the purchase. 




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