How can Columbian citizens obtain a temporary residence permit in Ukraine?
Foreign nationals, including from Colombia, can apply for a temporary residence permit in Ukraine if they meet one of the legal grounds. This permit allows them to legally stay in Ukraine for one year with the possibility of renewal.
Main grounds for obtaining a temporary residence permit
Columbian citizens are eligible to apply for a temporary residence permit if:
1. A Columbian citizen is a founder, participant or beneficial owner of a Ukrainian legal entity registered in the Unified State Register. The share in the authorized capital must be at least 100,000 euros according to the official exchange rate of the NBU on the date of investment.
2. A Columbian citizen has arrived in Ukraine for the purpose of studying. The permit is valid for the entire period of study.
3. A Columbian citizen has arrived to reunite with a Ukrainian citizen family member or has entered into a marriage with a Ukrainian citizen while legally residing in Ukraine.
4. A Columbian citizen has provided military-technical or medical assistance to the Armed Forces of Ukraine or other units in combat zones, or has participated in repelling the armed aggression of the Russian Federation. In such cases, the permit remains valid even if the passport expires — until the end of the temporary occupation.
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Where can Columbian citizens submit the application?
You need to contact:
- The territorial office of the State Migration Service of Ukraine (SMS) or
- The Center for Administrative Services (CNAP) at your registered place of residence.
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What documents are required to apply for the permit?
A Columbian citizen must provide:
- A passport or ID document (with a type D visa, unless otherwise provided by international agreements);
- A notarized translation of the passport into Ukrainian;
- Documents of the legal representative (if submitted by one);
- A medical insurance policy for the full duration of the permit;
- Proof of payment of the administrative fee.
Processing time
A temporary residence permit for Colombians is issued within 15 working days from the date of submission of the full set of documents.
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For how long is the permit valid?
The temporary residence permit in Ukraine for Colombians is valid for 1 year, with the possibility of renewal or replacement.
Medical insurance is a mandatory requirement
For Columbian citizens, obtaining medical insurance is mandatory. The policy must cover:
- Medical care;
- Accidents;
- Illnesses;
- War-related risks (especially relevant under martial law).
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How can Columbian citizens obtain a permanent residence permit in Ukraine?
A permanent residence permit (PRP) in Ukraine is an official document that grants foreigners the right to legally reside in Ukraine without time restrictions. With PRP, a Columbian citizen can enjoy almost all the rights granted to Ukrainian citizens (except the right to vote and serve in the military).
Procedure for obtaining PRP in Ukraine for Colombians
Columbian citizens who wish to obtain a permanent residence permit in Ukraine must go through the following steps:
1. Legally stay on the territory of Ukraine (usually on the basis of a type "D" visa);
2. Obtain an immigration permit;
3. Prepare and submit the required documents to the
territorial office of the State Migration Service of Ukraine;
4. Register at the place of residence in Ukraine after receiving the permit.
📌 The total processing time for all stages is from 6 to 8 months.
Who among foreigners is eligible for permanent residency?
There are two main categories of grounds for immigration to Ukraine — under quota and outside the quota.
1. Immigration under quota
This category includes:
- Highly qualified specialists and cultural figures;
- Persons who have invested at least 100,000 USD in Ukraine’s economy;
- Relatives of Ukrainian citizens;
- Spouses and children of persons who already hold PRP;
- Refugees — after 3 years of obtaining asylum.
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2. Immigration outside the quota
The following persons can obtain PRP without quota limitations:
- A Columbian citizen who has been married to a Ukrainian citizen for 2 or more years;
- Close relatives (first-degree kinship) of Ukrainian citizens;
- Persons of Ukrainian origin or members of the Ukrainian diaspora;
- Persons who are guardians or custodians of Ukrainian citizens;
- Persons whose stay in Ukraine is in the interest of national security or foreign policy.
Documents required to obtain PRP in Ukraine
A Columbian citizen submitting the documents must provide:
- An application form of the established sample;
- Passport (with a type D visa — if required);
- A notarized translation of the passport page with personal data;
- Immigration permit;
- Receipt of payment of the state fee;
- 4 color photos 3.5 × 4.5 cm (on matte paper).
How long does the document review take?
The submitted documents are reviewed within 7 business days. After that, a decision is made on whether to grant or deny permanent residence for Colombians.
Medical insurance for Colombians in Ukraine
Medical insurance is mandatory for obtaining a residence permit.
The policy must cover:
- Outpatient and inpatient treatment;
- Accidents;
- Risks related to military actions;
- Repatriation (in case of death).
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Acquiring Ukrainian citizenship is possible in several ways:
- Acquisition of Ukrainian citizenship by birth
- Acquisition of Ukrainian citizenship by territorial origin
- Admission to Ukrainian citizenship
- Acquisition of Ukrainian citizenship by children as a result of adoption
- Acquisition of citizenship as a result of establishing guardianship or custody over a child
- Acquisition of Ukrainian citizenship by a person declared legally incapable by a court, as a result of being under the guardianship of a Ukrainian citizen
- Acquisition of Ukrainian citizenship by a child due to the citizenship of both or one of the parents
- Acquisition of citizenship due to the recognition or establishment of parenthood
- Issuance of a temporary certificate of a citizen of Ukraine
Applications and other documents related to citizenship are submitted:
- by a person who legally resides in Ukraine — to the territorial office of the State Migration Service of Ukraine at their place of residence in Ukraine;
- by a person who has been granted refugee status or asylum in Ukraine — to the territorial office of the State Migration Service of Ukraine at their place of registration;
- by a person who permanently resides abroad — to the diplomatic mission or consular office of Ukraine at their place of permanent residence.
The application and other citizenship-related documents must be submitted personally by the applicant.
In the presence of valid reasons (such as illness, natural disaster, etc.), the application and documents may be submitted by another person or sent by mail at the applicant’s request.
The application and documents for a legally incapable person are submitted by their guardian.
The application and documents for a child are submitted by one of the parents or another legal representative at the place of residence of the child, or one of the parents or the legal representative.
The process of acquiring Ukrainian citizenship is carried out exclusively at the initiative of the person. For children aged 14 to 18, acquisition of Ukrainian citizenship is possible only with their consent.
How to obtain the service?
- Collect the required documents;
- contact the territorial office of the State Migration Service of Ukraine at the place of residence of the child or one of their parents or another legal representative;
- submit the application along with the required documents;
- receive a certificate confirming registration as a citizen of Ukraine (which serves as the basis for issuing a passport) at the territorial office of the State Migration Service of Ukraine at the place of residence.
Service cost
There is no fee for acquiring Ukrainian citizenship.
