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Permanent residence permit for foreign Ukrainians: algorithm of actions and required documents

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Permanent residence permit for foreign Ukrainians: algorithm of actions and required documents

Obtaining a permanent residence permit in Ukraine for Ukrainians abroad is an important step towards reunification with their historical homeland. Find out about all the stages of paperwork, necessary conditions and peculiarities of the legalization procedure in Ukraine

Legal assistance on entry, stay and legalization of foreigners in Ukraine
Legal assistance on entry, stay and legalization of foreigners in Ukraine
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Ukrainians abroad are individuals who have Ukrainian ethnic origin and have been granted the appropriate official status, which is confirmed by a special certificate. This status provides its holders with a number of important advantages:


● The right to immigrate to Ukraine without quota restrictions

● Possibility of obtaining Ukrainian citizenship

● Access to a five-year multiple-entry visa without prior invitation

● Employment in Ukraine on equal terms with citizens

● Admission to Ukrainian universities within the established quotas


We have described in more detail what the status of a foreign Ukrainian is and what opportunities and benefits it provides in our previous article.


The procedure for obtaining the status of a foreign Ukrainian


The status of a foreign Ukrainian is granted by the National Commission for Foreign Ukrainians under the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine. To obtain it, you need to:


1. Reach the age of 16

2. Submit an application and a package of documents to the diplomatic mission of Ukraine abroad

3. Pay the administrative fee

4. Wait for the decision of the commission (up to 90 days)


Important: The procedure is voluntary and can be initiated exclusively by the person himself.


For a detailed algorithm of actions and a list of documents for obtaining a certificate of a foreign Ukrainian, please follow the link. We have also previously described what problems a foreigner may face when applying for a residence permit and how to solve them.




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How can a foreign Ukrainian obtain a permanent residence permit in Ukraine?


In order to obtain a permanent residence permit, a foreign Ukrainian must personally submit the following documents to the State Migration Service:


● Original and copy of the passport

● A certified translation of the passport into Ukrainian

● Certificate of no criminal record

● Medical certificate of absence of chronic infectious diseases, alcohol and drug addiction

● Receipt of payment of the consular fee


Important: There are no quotas for foreign Ukrainians to obtain a permanent residence permit and Ukrainian citizenship.


Application processing time and further steps


The application process can take up to one year. After receiving an immigration permit, a person can apply for a permanent residence permit, which:


● Valid for 10 years with the possibility of extension

● Requires registration of the place of residence within 30 days after receipt


To learn how to declare or register your place of residence in Ukraine, please follow the link.


If you need assistance in the process of applying for a permanent residence permit, we recommend that you contact the qualified migration lawyers of Visit Ukraine. Our specialists will provide:


● Professional advice on your situation

● Assistance in preparing the necessary documents

● Full legal support at all stages of the procedure


Book a consultation with a migration lawyer to avoid bureaucratic difficulties and quickly prepare the necessary documents. Our specialists will help you avoid common mistakes and speed up the process of obtaining a permanent residence permit in Ukraine as much as possible.


We remind you! Obtaining a residence permit in Ukraine can be fraught with many difficulties for foreign nationals. Read how to avoid problems, shorten the processing time and successfully obtain documents in our previous article.


Want to know more? Read the latest news and useful materials about Ukraine and the world in the News section.




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