Obtaining a temporary residence permit in Ukraine
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What we offer
- advise on the possibility of obtaining a residence permit in Ukraine, as well as on the expected terms, cost and procedure;
- we advise on all issues related to the stay of a foreigner or stateless person in Ukraine on the basis of a temporary residence permit, we select the optimal basis for obtaining a residence permit (residence permit in Ukraine);
- we prepare documents and organize "marriage in a day", registration of LLC, charitable fund, representative office, etc.;
- we analyze the documents available to the Client and provide recommendations on collecting the missing documents;
- we prepare a package of documents for submission to obtain a D visa and to the migration authorities of Ukraine;
- we accompany the review of documents, as well as inform the Client about the readiness of the residence permit (ID card);
- we help with the payment of official payments and fees;
- we help with the organization of registration of a place of residence for a foreigner in Ukraine (residence in Kyiv/Kyiv region for a foreigner),
- we help with the organization of registration of a place of residence for a foreigner in Ukraine (residence in Kyiv/Kyiv region for a foreigner).
- we will help in the preparation and submission of documents for the extension and exchange of a passport, including in case of expiration, loss/theft, change of name, etc.
Also, if necessary, we can easy help with the legalization in Ukraine of the spouse/husband, minor children of a foreigner who received a residence permit in Ukraine.
Obtaining a residence permit with us is:
- All services in one place, both for obtaining a residence permit (visa, insurance, consultation, booking a visit to the consulate), and for any other legal issues in Ukraine (acquisition of real estate, payment of taxes, marriage, inheritance, starting a business, etc.);
- Solving your problem despite any force majeure circumstances;
- Choosing the best option for obtaining a residence permit just for you, based on our experience of more than 15 years;
- Security: we will help to avoid refusal, we will be in touch even when crossing the border, we will provide escort after obtaining a residence permit.
Documents for getting a residence permit in Ukraine
What is a residence permit (a Temporary Residence Permit) in Ukraine?
To live and work in Ukraine legally, you must apply for a Ukrainian residence permit. One of the key requirements for obtaining this permit is providing proof of employment or financial stability.A residence permit is a document that certifies the identity of a foreigner and gives him/her the right to legally reside in Ukraine for a long period of time. In this case a person remains a citizen of his/her country, but receives certain privileges in Ukraine, such as the ability to leave and enter Ukraine without a visa or receive free medical care.
A Temporary Residence Permit is issued for a specific limited period of time, which depends on the basis for the Temporary Residence Permit.
We provide services for obtaining a Temporary Residence Permit for non-residents on the following grounds:
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a Temporary Residence Permit through employment of a foreigner in Ukraine (including in the Ukrainian representative office of a foreign company);
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a Temporary Residence Permit through marriage with a citizen of Ukraine or other family relationships;
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a Temporary Residence Permit through family relations with a foreigner who legally resides in Ukraine;
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a Temporary Residence Permit through participation in volunteer projects in Ukraine;
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a Temporary Residence Permit through religious activity;
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work as a gig specialist;
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a Temporary Residence Permit through work in foreign companies, including banks;
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a Temporary Residence Permit for military personnel and others.
Obtaining a residence permit on other grounds is also possible: the process, cost and timing are discussed separately.
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The period and the cost of obtaining a Temporary Residence Permit in Ukraine
When obtaining a residence permit, the applicant must pay:
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state duty in the amount of 2 non-taxable minimum incomes of citizens;
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administrative fee for issuing the residence permit;
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Fee for administrative services for issuing the residence permit in Ukraine;
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bank fee.
The period for obtaining a Temporary Residence Permit in Ukraine - from 15 business days.
The validity period of a Temporary Residence Permit - from 6 months to 3 years. The validity period depends on the basis on which you get a Temporary Residence Permit.If you want to get Ukrainian residence permit, contact us.
Service packages offers
- Analysis of documents for the actual possibility of obtaining a residence permit (validity of a passport, legal stay in Ukraine, etc.)
- Development of an optimal algorithm for obtaining a residence permit
- Consulting on all issues of preparation of documents, entry and stay in the country
- Obtaining a TIN for a foreigner
- Development of a draft labor agreement (contract)
- Preparation of documents for obtaining a work permit
- Accompanying obtaining a residence permit (preparation of documents, the actual presence of a lawyer when submitting documents)
- Clarification regarding the future extension of the permit and how to avoid cancellation of the permit
- Analysis of documents for the actual possibility of obtaining a permit (validity of passport, legal stay in Ukraine, etc.)
- Development of the optimal algorithm for obtaining a permit
- Obtaining a TIN for a foreigner
- Creation of a company in Ukraine (development and preparation of documents, registration actions)
- Help in determining KVEDs
- Development and approval of the Charter
- Preparation and submission of documents for obtaining an employment permit
- Stay in Ukraine, translation of documents in accordance with legal requirements, notarization, etc
- Organization of obtaining a D visa, including filling out a visa application form, entry and stay of a foreigner before obtaining a passport
- Assistance in obtaining a temporary residence permit
- Assistance in registering the place of residence
- Clarification regarding the future extension of the permit and how to avoid cancellation of the permit
* we also help with insurance, its cost is paid separately by the client
- Analysis of documents for the actual possibility of obtaining a residence permit (validity of passport, legal stay in Ukraine, verification of gig contract, etc.)
- Consulting on all issues of preparation of documents, entry, obtaining a visa D, incl. filling out the visa application form and staying in the country
- Obtaining a TIN for a foreigner
- Preparation of a package of documents for obtaining a passport (translations, in accordance with the requirements of the law)
- Organization of obtaining a temporary residence permit
- Development of a draft labor contract (contract), gig contract
- Organization of obtaining a D visa, entry and stay of a foreigner, including filling out a visa application form
- Assistance in obtaining a temporary residence permit
- Clarification regarding the future extension of the permit and how to avoid cancellation of the permit, including in case of non-payment of the EUS
- Analysis of documents for the actual possibility of obtaining a permit (validity of passport, legal stay in Ukraine, etc.)
- Development of an optimal algorithm for obtaining a permit for marriage or family reunification
- Marriage registration in 3-5 days ("turnkey", including all necessary translations and checks)
- Preparation of a package of documents for obtaining Visa D, including filling out the visa application form
- Collection and preparation of documents for obtaining a permit (certification and translation of documents etc.)
- Assistance in obtaining a temporary residence permit
- Clarification regarding the future extension of the permit and how to avoid cancellation of the permit
- Analysis of documents for the actual possibility of obtaining a residence permit (validity of passport, legal stay in Ukraine, etc.)
- Development of the optimal algorithm for obtaining a permit
- Obtaining a TIN for a foreigner (if necessary)
- Preparation of documents and organization of obtaining a D visa, including filling out the visa application form, entry and stay of a foreigner
- Assistance in obtaining a temporary residence permit
- Clarification regarding the future extension of the permit and how to avoid cancellation of the permit
- We analyze the documents, check whether there are grounds for exchanging the residence permit
- We calculate the terms for submitting documents, in case of violation, we offer solutions in accordance with current legislation, including obtaining a visa D
- We help prepare a package of documents, including, if necessary, extending the employment permit, prepare and correctly complete the application and translations of documents
- We organize the procedure for submitting documents, we advise on the risks due to which the migration service may refuse to exchange the residence permit, we help to avoid them
- We monitor the procedure of inspections and the production of the document, if necessary, accompany to obtain a permit and advise on further actions
- If necessary, we accompany the declaration/registration of the place of residence
Accounting services for the company of a foreigner in Ukraine
Very often foreigners decide to open a company in Ukraine and on this basis receive a residence permit. This is often the starting point, and the first six months to a year, such customers are not planning to conduct any activities through such companies. They give themselves time to take a closer look in Ukraine, have other interests.
But even if there is no activity with the company, it does not mean that you can forget about it. Even before such companies had to file reports on a regular basis. With the introduction of martial law in Ukraine the situation has changed - now such companies must pay unified social tax and also continue to file reports.
Failure to comply with these requirements will lead to problems, and carries the risk of canceling your work permit, and therefore the residence permit. You will only be able to apply for a residence permit again after one year.
For our clients, we offer a safe scheme for further accounting of such a company.
Provided that the company does not conduct activities, the cost of services will be 300 USD / month (if paid for the year).
If payment is made quarterly or every six months - the cost of 350 USD / month.
If you pay monthly - the cost is 400 USD / month.
This price includes unified social tax itself and filing of accounting reports of client's company.
If at some point you decide to turn this company into a working business, we can help with that, too.
Exchange of a temporary residence permit
Under what conditions is the exchange of a permit for temporary residence in Ukraine carried out:
- Changes to the information entered in the passport (for example, the surname has changed after marriage or as a result of divorce).
- Detection of an error in the information entered in the passport.
- Expiration of the permit.
- Unsuitability of the certificate for further use.
Pay attention! The legislation does not provide for the extension of the permit, but only for exchange. That is, after the expiration of the document, you will receive a new one with a different number.
Peculiarities of exchanging a temporary residence permit, in individual cases:
Due to the fact that the exchange of documents must be submitted no later than 15 working days before the expiration date, it is necessary to take care in advance of the extension of the employment permit, which is the basis for obtaining the document in case of employment.
If the permit was obtained on the basis of marriage with a citizen of Ukraine, then after two years it is better to consider the issue of obtaining documents for permanent residence. It is necessary to take into account the following features of the procedure:
- Submission and receipt of documents - exclusively in person.
- Documents are submitted at the place of residence. Consular institutions do not provide such a service.
- During martial law:
- the deadlines for the provision of administrative services have been suspended, which means that the consideration of documents and the deadline for making a decision on issuing a service may significantly exceed that established by law (15 working days),
- additional checks may be carried out, explanations or additional documents may be selected,
- the issuance of documents to certain categories of citizens of the russian federation was suspended for the duration of the war (the exception being the presence of relatives of Ukrainian citizens or employment of a foreigner).
Our company provides support for the extension and exchange of a residence permit in Ukraine.
Obtaining a residence permit in Ukraine through work in a volunteer organization
A separate type of ground for obtaining a residence permit in Ukraine is to obtain a residence permit through volunteer work in Ukraine. Additionally, meeting the language proficiency requirement is essential for obtaining a long-term Ukrainian residence permit.
Such a permit is granted to those foreigners who come to Ukraine and begin activities related to charity or volunteering.
Important! Employment in a charity foundation, public or volunteer organization may be the basis for obtaining a residence permit in Ukraine.
If this is employment and not volunteer (free and voluntary) activity, then it will be necessary to obtain a work permit for a foreigner on behalf of the organization.
It is important to remember that once you receive a residence permit through employment in a volunteer organization, you will not be able to get a job in another Ukrainian company or work outside the organization - in this case the procedure will have to get permission to work in each company.
The process of obtaining a residence permit through volunteering may be the best option for foreigners who do not have other grounds. It is easier, faster, and gives you a guaranteed chance of obtaining a residence permit.
The cost of obtaining a residence permit through work in a volunteer organization can be found in our ready-made commercial proposal.
Documents for obtaining a Temporary Residence Permit in Ukraine
The list of documents to be submitted for obtaining a residence permit in Ukraine will differ depending on the basis for a Temporary Residence Permit. For example, to obtain a Temporary Residence Permit in Ukraine for the purpose of family reunification (through marriage or if another close relative already has a Temporary Residence Permit in Ukraine), you will need the following documents:
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A passport with a D-type visa or a stamp of entry - you will need a notarized copy of the passport and its Ukrainian translation;
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Documents confirming family ties with a citizen of Ukraine or a foreigner who has a legal right to reside on the territory of Ukraine;
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A health insurance policy;
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Documents confirming the host’s sufficient financial means to support family members (if it is a relative who has a Temporary Residence Permit in Ukraine).
If the basis for obtaining a Temporary Residence Permit is employment, the list of documents above, instead of the documents confirming the kinship, must contain the following documents:
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A Permit to work in Ukraine;
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The employer’s obligation to notify the relevant state authorities of the foreigner’s dismissal or a change of information about the foreigner;
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Information from the register of legal entities about the company.
Our lawyers will advise you on the list of documents for obtaining a Temporary Residence Permit in Ukraine required for your situation.
While preparing documents to apply for a residence permit, our lawyers can help with a number of necessary documents, namely:
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Notarial translation of a foreign passport, as well as other documents issued abroad in a foreign language (our company cooperates with a number of professional translation agencies, which can make translation even from relatively rare languages);
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A health insurance policy (this insurance policy can be used not only for purposes of obtaining a Temporary Residence Permit in Ukraine, but for its direct purpose, i.e. in case of insured event);
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Registration in Kyiv and Kyiv region for a foreigner for six months, one year or other agreed period (we can accompany the registration at the existing address of the foreign citizen, and help you to find a nominal address);
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A Work Permit for a foreigner (one of the grounds for obtaining a Temporary Residence Permit), which you can read more about at the link, marriage certificate or other documents, serving as the basis for obtaining a Temporary Residence Permit.
Our firm can offer services for obtaining a residence permit on a turnkey basis, and also easy help with execution of all of these documents, insurance policies and even registration in Kyiv. For details see our packages above.
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Basis for obtaining a Temporary Residence Permit in Ukraine
In order to obtain a residence permit in Ukraine, you must have substantial grounds for obtaining such a permit.
That is, a Temporary Residence Permit in Ukraine will not be issued for nothing - only if you prove that you have a valid reason - the basis. The list of grounds is approved by the law of Ukraine, it includes, for example:
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A Temporary Residence Permit in Ukraine through family reunification (if the other spouse has citizenship or a Temporary Residence permit in Ukraine);
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A Temporary Residence Permit in Ukraine through employment - in this case, the basis will be a Work Permit obtained for a foreigner in Ukraine, and the residence permit will be issued for the period of the employment agreement, but no more than 36 months;
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A Temporary Residence Permit in Ukraine through employment in foreign representative offices - in such a case, the basis will be the certificate of registration of such a representative office and the corresponding submission of documents;
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A Temporary Residence Permit in Ukraine through participation in volunteer organizations (and other charity-related activities);
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A Temporary Residence Permit in Ukraine for the purpose of studying in a Ukrainian university;
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A Temporary Residence Permit in Ukraine through activities related to cultural development, sports, conducting religious activities, etc.
Please note! Even if you do not currently have any of the above grounds - this does not mean that there is no chance of obtaining a residence permit in Ukraine.
Our company offers you a package of services: Temporary Residence Permit in Ukraine “Firm”, which includes the registration of the company in Ukraine for the purpose of obtaining a Temporary Residence permit, obtaining the Permit to work as a director and other actions required to successfully obtain a Temporary Residence Permit.
There is always a way out from any situation, and we will find it for you.
Why can I be denied a Temporary Residence Permit in Ukraine?
The decision to reject a Temporary Residence Permit in Ukraine is made by the Migration Service of Ukraine and can be issued in the following cases:
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If the applicant’s passport has expired or is invalid;
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In case of submission of knowingly false data or forged documents;
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In case of a threat by a foreigner to the interests of national security of Ukraine, public order, or the interests of citizens of Ukraine and other persons residing in the territory of Ukraine;
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If the person submitting the documents is banned from entering Ukraine, has outstanding convictions on its territory, etc.
This is not a complete list, the full list can be found on the website of the Ukrainian Migration Service.
The biggest problem is that the SMS often does not explain its decision, simply referring to the paragraph of its instructions. Sometimes the reasons for refusal may be quite formal.
What to do if you are denied a Temporary Residence Permit in Ukraine?
Unfortunately, it is difficult to understand the real reasons for refusal without an experienced migration lawyer.
We will not only find out the reasons for the rejection of a Temporary Residence Permit, if any, with the necessary appeals to the state authorities, but also take care to remove all the obstacles for obtaining a residence permit.
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Appealing against the decision of the Migration Service;
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Filing a lawsuit in court;
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Re-applying for a Temporary Residence Permit.
We will analyze your situation and the reason for refusal and help you choose the best way to solve the problem.
How to get a Temporary Residence Permit for children in Ukraine?
Let us outline the list of documents needed to apply for a Temporary Residence Permit for a child in Ukraine:
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translation of the passport certified by a notary;
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a D-type visa;
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a Family Composition;
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a health insurance policy.
Within legal assistance in obtaining a Temporary Residence Permit in Ukraine for children we gather all the necessary information, prepare and submit documents, as well as accompany the registration procedure.
We always approach the questions, which include the interests of children and parents with special care. The reunification of the family and their residence in the same territory is at stake here.
How to get a Temporary Residence Permit for IT-specialists (Ukraine)?
We have singled out this group as a separate one, since this is one of the most frequent requests that we receive. This group of people obtains a residence permit through obtaining a Work Permit (on different grounds) or on the basis of a gig contract for Diia-city resident companies. Most often for this category of employees the employer is a Ukrainian legal entity.
In this industry it will be relevant to obtain a residence permit for several categories:
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Owners of an IT company;
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Foreign programmers in Ukraine;
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Graduates of the top 100 foreign universities according to the specified ratings (in this case, a duly certified diploma of a foreign citizen on higher education is required);
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Gig specialists.
Also as an alternative to employment in a Ukrainian legal entity (which may have foreign roots - a subsidiary, or a fully Ukrainian company), foreign IT specialists can choose employment in the representative office of a foreign IT company in Ukraine.
Such an option will not require a Work Permit, but on the other hand, registration of a foreign representative office is a much longer and more complicated procedure than registration of a company in Ukraine. To find out the price of legal assistance in obtaining a residence permit in this way, please contact our specialists.
How is the cost of obtaining a Temporary Residence Permit in Ukraine defined?
The cost of obtaining a Temporary Residence Permit, which you can find on various websites of law firms in Ukraine, depends on the following factors:
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The basis for obtaining a Temporary Residence Permit. It’s one thing to get a Temporary Residence Permit by marriage, although even here you will have to give yourself much trouble, and quite another thing to correctly register a company for a foreigner, obtain the appropriate work permits and take care that the state authorities have no objections;
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The amount of services and time the lawyer offers. Often, the lower price hides the lack of customer support - that is, for example, only work with the documents and then the Сlient will somehow manage on his own, or the absence of such things as insurance or the provision of residence registration address after obtaining a Temporary Residence Permit;
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Guarantee of a successful outcome. Another common case is the provision of legal services without a guarantee. “We will do everything according to the rules, but then you file the documents yourself and we are not responsible for any outcome.” Guaranteed result is always more expensive, because it carries a huge experience of a lawyer and well-established work with state authorities.
Based on the above, our company has developed its own packages of services for obtaining a Temporary Residence Permit. We specify the cost based on the complexity of the task and the amount of legal services that will be needed in one case or another. Our team will give you the best result even in the most difficult situations.
Answers to frequently asked questions
Can my temporary residence permit become permanent residence permit?
There is no direct transfer. A foreigner usually continues term of a TRP regularly (once per year or another period of time) while the reason of its issuance is still valid. At the same time a foreigner must have a separate reason for getting a permanent residence permit which is not the similar with TRP reasons. Exception can be a marriage with Ukrainian citizen.
Are type D visa and TRP the same?
No. Very often foreigners understand origin of these two documents incorrectly. Type D visa is necessary condition for further getting a TRP but this visa is not a permit. It only provides a right to stay at the territory of Ukraine during 90 days while getting a permit).
How to extend a Temporary Residence Permit in Ukraine?
Extension of a Temporary Residence Permit is not a much simpler procedure than the initial procedure for obtaining the permit. Moreover, it is important not to miss any deadlines, otherwise you will have to re-apply for a residence permit. You must submit the necessary documents for extension no later than 15 business days before it expires.
The only indulgence of the procedure is that you do not have to apply for a D-type visa. But all the other documents must be prepared and submitted each time. We are always here to help you.
We understand that you simply do not have enough time to spend on endless gathering of papers and standing in queues in order to extend your Temporary Residence Permit in Ukraine. We can do it for you.
Consultation of a lawyer on the procedure for obtaining a Temporary Residence Permit in Ukraine
If you want to further understand the possible options for obtaining a Temporary Residence Permit in Ukraine – please contact our experts for introductory consultation. Such consultation will help you:
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Understand on what basis you may apply for a Temporary Residence Permit;
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Learn how much it will cost you to apply for a Temporary Residence Permit in Ukraine and how long it will take to complete the whole procedure
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Choose the best option for obtaining a Temporary Residence Permit in Ukraine.
The price of legal consultation on the procedure for obtaining a Temporary Residence Permit will be included in the cost of basic services, if you decide to order it from us.
If you have a complex situation that requires detailed analysis, or you want to get a clear step-by-step guide – order the Road Map”. Its cost is also included in the price of the main service when ordering it from us.
Legal services for obtaining a Temporary Residence Permit in Kyiv (Ukraine)
After initial negotiation about the cost and procedure we sign a legal services agreement with the Client. After full payment of our services we set to work. The Client agrees upon the prepared documents and signs them (including power of attorney).
Once the Migration Service makes a positive decision on your case, you need only to take the ready certificate, as well as all the documents that were transferred to the company and returned to you by the Migration Service.
Our company has been cooperating with foreign companies and citizens for many years and we have a number of successfully closed cases and satisfied Clients.
Residence permit through business in Ukraine
A separate type of basis for obtaining a residence permit in Ukraine is a residence permit through the opening of a company. The basis for obtaining a residence permit here, in fact, is not the start of a business, but a work permit in Ukraine, which you receive as a director of a newly created company.But pay your attention to the algorithm of actions:
- We register an LLC in Ukraine with you as the founder. At the same time, a Ukrainian is appointed as a director in the LLC (this will be one of the firm's lawyers). The fact is that without a work permit, you cannot immediately become a director of a company, and in order to receive a work permit, a company must already be created and have a director;
- On behalf of the LLC, an application is submitted for issuing a work permit to you in Ukraine, and we also help you obtain a TIN in Ukraine;
- After receiving the work permit, the director is replaced at the company - you change our lawyer in this position.
As for the situation, if you want to not only move to Ukraine, but also take your wife or husband with you, for example, this can also be arranged.
Opening a business in Ukraine is not only a way to obtain a residence permit. An operating company is an opportunity to develop your business, earn money and live peacefully on the territory of Ukraine.
Important! Having registered a company, you must comply with the rules of its maintenance, that is, regularly pay taxes and submit reports to the tax service. It is not difficult. For example, if the company does not operate, so-called “blank” reports are submitted to the tax office, and regarding taxes, our lawyer will give you all the information on rates and their payment.
Nuances of the work on obtaining a Temporary Residence Permit in Ukraine (Kyiv and regions)
All procedural aspects, including the list of documents required for obtaining a Temporary Residence Permit in Ukraine, are contained in the Law “On the Legal Status of Foreigners and Stateless Persons” of September 22, 2011.
We have been working in this field for many years, and you can check the reviews of our Clients our website.
One of the standards of our firm, which we strictly adhere to, is to give each of our Clients so much attention, as if it is our only Client. This means that we do not work in a hurry or inattentively. Any of your legal issues will be solved simply, quickly and efficiently.
What documents you need to apply for a Temporary Residence Permit, who to apply for the permit, where to prepare the documents, where you can get it and what amount is involved in Ukraine - all this you can learn from our specialists or on the website of our company.
Our company has been providing assistance in legalizing foreigners’ stay in Ukraine for more than 14 years. We offer a variety of services in the field of migration law:
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Assistance with registration of a foreign business in Ukraine;
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Legal support of a foreigner buying real estate in Ukraine, etc.
We value your time and our time and offer you a solution to your problem in the shortest possible time and in the most efficient way. Applying to us, you can be sure that your goal will be achieved.
If You want to get a Temporary Residence Permit in Ukraine quickly and easily - don’t hesitate to call us!
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