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Lawyer, Master of Laws, expert in the field of migration law. Legalization of stay in Ukraine, registration of residence permits, apostillization of documents.
Legalization of foreigners in Ukraine
The topic of legalizing foreigners in Ukraine is a pressing issue for many people who come here for both business and personal reasons. Let’s take a closer look at the current legislation regarding the legalization of foreigners. We’ll also discuss how the services of “Prikhodko&Partners” Law Firm can benefit you. Migration practice is one of our key areas of expertise, so we know how to effectively assist you with many inquiries related to this area of law.
Entry rules for foreigners
To enter Ukraine foreigners need:
- a valid passport;
- proof of the purpose of the visit (e.g., an invitation or a reservation);
- sufficient funding, confirming that the person has adequate funds to cover their trip;
- insurance policy with war risk coverage.
If the country from which a foreigner is arriving does not have a visa-free regime with Ukraine, a visa is required. Depending on the purpose of the visit, it may be short-term, long-term, or transit.
If the country is a visa-free country, you can stay for up to 90 days out of 180 without a visa. If you plan to stay longer, you will need a visa, depending on the reason for your stay in Ukraine.
Ways of legalization
Ways of legalizationFor a foreigner to legalize their stay in Ukraine, they must have a legal basis for their stay. Common grounds for legalization include:
- work;
- education;
- business;
- family reunification;
- volunteer activities, etc.
Therefore, it is necessary to obtain the appropriate permit (for example, a work permit or immigration permit) and a residence permit, which can be temporary or permanent. To do this, documents are submitted to the State Migration Service (SMS).
To obtain a residence permit, you must have a type D visa. Exceptions are made for citizens of Azerbaijan, Belarus, Armenia, Georgia, Moldova, and Uzbekistan.
Extension of stay
Extension of staySometimes situations arise where a foreigner does not want to obtain a residence permit but needs to stay in Ukraine for specific reasons. This can be done if there are grounds for doing so.
To extend their stay in Ukraine, a foreigner must submit an application and documents to the State Migration Service at their place of residence. This must be done no later than three business days before the legal expiration date. Generally, a stay in Ukraine without a residence permit is extended for the following reasons:
- for medical treatment;
- for childbirth;
- for caring for a sick person;
- due to emergency circumstances;
- for obtaining residence/citizenship documents.
It’s crucial to properly prove the necessary grounds for staying. The process itself involves submitting documents to the territorial office/subdivision of the State Migration Service.
Migration lawyer’s services
Migration lawyer’s servicesThe migration lawyers at “Prikhodko & Partners” Law Firm provide the following services for legalizing foreigners in Ukraine:
- Obtaining work permits for foreigners. This will significantly simplify all necessary procedures for the employer, as it allows for the delegation of legal actions to competent lawyers.
- Full support for obtaining a Type D visa. This implies turnkey support, where a lawyer handles all procedures that do not require the client’s personal presence.
- Assistance in obtaining a transit visa to Ukraine. This visa allows you to legally cross Ukrainian territory en route to a third country.
- Obtaining a temporary residence permit. This is usually based on employment, marriage, education, etc.
- Obtaining a permanent residence permit. We assist in obtaining a permit both within and outside the immigration quota.
- Extending the stay of foreigners in Ukraine. If your authorized stay is about to expire and you need to stay, contact a lawyer. A specialist will help you do this legally, so you will not face fines and entry bans for illegal stay in Ukraine.
- We provide assistance with marriage registration with a Ukrainian citizen. We provide the necessary consultations, clarifications, and legal support.
- We prepare and review the required documents for residence permit registration. The outcome of the procedure depends on the completeness of the documents.
- Obtaining an Individual Tax Number (ITN/ID code). Without a ITN, you won’t be able to find employment or conduct many financial transactions related to paying taxes. We can help you obtain this document to avoid this problem.
- Residence registration for foreigners. This is a legal requirement, and we can help you comply with it.
- Business registration in Ukraine for foreigners (sole proprietors, LLCs). These requirements lie at the intersection of migration and commercial law, and our team has extensive experience in this area.
- Legal support for foreigners with government agencies. This will significantly simplify your interactions with such authorities.
In addition to all of the above, we provide consultations on migration and labor law. To order our services, please fill out the contact form on our website.
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How long does a consultation with a lawyer on immigration law last?
The migration law lawyer of our company approaches cases thoroughly and you can be sure that all your questions will be answered. Usually a consultation lasts about 1 hour, but everything is individual, so if your case is complex and its analysis and legal conclusion requires more time than 1 hour, usually the lawyer will devote maximum time to a full and detailed consultation.
Is it possible to consult a lawyer online if it is not possible to come to the office?
Certainly. We provide consultations both online and in the office. Online consultation is possible in any way convenient for the client. This can be either a video call through a convenient messenger or a video conference format.
Do we provide free consultations?
The answer to this question is no. We do not offer free consultations. If you have one or two questions, the lawyer will of course advise you, but we provide detailed consultations on a paid basis.
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Invitation for foreigners
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Immigration permit to Ukraine
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Issuance of a permanent residence permit
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Challenging the inaction of the migration service
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Representation of interests in the State Migration Service of Ukraine
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Citizenship of Ukraine by investment
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Issuance of a temporary residence permit in Ukraine
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Removal of the ban on entry to Ukraine
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Protection of the rights of foreign citizens in Ukraine
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