Assistance in obtaining a D, C visa to Ukraine

Legal support for obtaining a type D, C visa to enter Ukraine

  • Documents preparation
  • Filling out the visa application form
  • Booking an appointment at the visa center
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Service overview

  1. Visa type D to Ukraine is a long-term visa for entering Ukraine for the purpose of obtaining a temporary or permanent residence permit, which is required for all foreigners and stateless persons except for citizens of Azerbaijan, Belarus, Armenia, Georgia, Moldova, and Uzbekistan.
  2. A long-term visa type D is issued for a period of 90 days, during which it is necessary to enter Ukraine and obtain a residence permit.
  3. A Type C visa to Ukraine is a short-term visa for entering Ukraine for business, private, or other purposes, with a cumulative stay of up to 90 days within the visa's validity period.
  4. A Type C visa can be single-, double-, or multiple-entry and is issued for the period indicated in the documents serving as the basis for its issuance, but for no longer than 5 years.
  5. A Ukrainian visa can only be obtained outside the country, it cannot be issued within Ukraine.
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The cost of services

Assistance in obtaining a type D, C visa to Ukraine
  • Consultation
  • Assistance in collecting a package of documents
  • Preparation of a guarantee letter-invitation
  • Filling out a visa application form
  • Appointment booking at the visa center
  • 4500 UAH
  • Medical insurance policy for a visa (insured amount 30,000 euros)
  • from 1100 UAH
  • Certification of a guarantee letter-invitation by a notary in Kyiv
  • 1550 UAH
  • Certification of a notarized copy of documents
  • from 300 UAH

Detailed information

Why do foreigners need a type D visa to Ukraine?

Without a specific visa (type D), a foreigner or stateless person cannot obtain a residence permit in Ukraine. The visa subtype must correspond to the basis for applying for a residence permit in Ukraine.

For example, if a visa is needed for obtaining a residence permit through marriage, the foreigner must obtain a D-14 visa. If the basis for obtaining a residence permit in Ukraine is employment, a work visa of type D-04 is required.

Countries whose citizens do not need a visa to obtain a residence permit in Ukraine: Azerbaijan, Belarus, Armenia, Georgia, Moldova, Uzbekistan. Read more in our article about why citizens of visa-free countries still require a type D visa.

Why is a Type C visa to Ukraine required?

Citizens of certain countries cannot visit Ukraine without first obtaining a Type C visa.

One can check if a foreigner requires a Type C visa to enter Ukraine on the official website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine. Find the country of citizenship, and if the "Holders of ordinary passports" column states "visa", obtaining a Ukrainian visa is mandatory.

How can a foreigner obtain a visa to Ukraine?

To apply for a visa to Ukraine, one must collect a set of documents, complete the visa application form, schedule an appointment at the Embassy/Consulate of Ukraine abroad or at a VFS Global visa center, and personally submit the passport and documents at the scheduled time.

A visa fee must be paid when submitting documents.

A visa for Ukraine can only be obtained abroad; it is not possible to obtain it from within Ukraine.

A visa support procedure

  1. Document preparation from 1 w.d.
    • Consultation
    • Collection of documents
    • Preparation of applications, notarization of documents, translations
    • Appointment scheduling for visa document submission
  2. Submission of visa documents 1 w.d.
    The foreigner personally submits the document package at the visa center or Ukrainian diplomatic mission
  3. Receiving a decision from 1 w.d.
    If approved, a Ukrainian visa sticker is affixed to the passport

List of documents for a visa to Ukraine

1. Foreign passport
Original
To apply for a visa, the passport where the visa sticker will be affixed must be valid for at least three months after the declared departure date from Ukraine (a minimum of 6 months) and contain at least two blank pages
2. Visa application form
Printed and signed visa application form from the MFA website
3. One photo sized 35 x 45 mm
4. Medical insurance policy for the entire visa validity period with coverage of 30,000 euros
The policy must cover the entire visa validity period and can be issued in electronic form
5. Document confirming sufficient financial support for the planned stay in Ukraine
Original
For example, a bank statement, a salary certificate, etc.
6. Receipt of visa fee payment
The fee must be paid when submitting the documents.
7. Documents confirming the grounds for obtaining a visa
Original
Documents issued in a foreign country must be legalized or apostilled unless otherwise provided by Ukrainian legislation. If such documents are in a foreign language, they must be submitted with a certified translation into Ukrainian or, if not possible, into English
You must submit the documents for obtaining a residence permit based on a visa D no later than 15 working days (21–25 calendar days) before the expiry date of this visa.

Can a visa be obtained online in electronic form?

It is currently not possible to obtain an electronic type D visa for Ukraine. It is also not possible to apply for a visa online.

However, the visa application form itself is generated online and in electronic form. Additionally, updates on the visa application process can be accessed online via a personal account on the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

It is possible to obtain an electronic Type C visa online; however, it should be noted that such a visa will be valid for up to 1 month and this option is available only to citizens of certain countries. Read more about the e-visa in our article.

What is the visa fee for obtaining a visa to Ukraine?

The base cost of any visa to Ukraine is 65 USD. However, for some countries, special visa fee rates apply based on reciprocity. These rates can be found at the provided link.

If a visa is needed urgently, the visa fee must be paid in double.

How quickly is a visa issued?

According to legislation, a visa to Ukraine is processed within up to 10 working days under the standard procedure and up to 5 working days under the expedited procedure. In many cases, when paying the double visa fee for an urgent visa, it can be issued within 1 working day.

A visa application can be submitted no earlier than three months before the planned entry into Ukraine.

Are there specific requirements for obtaining a visa for citizens of different countries?

According to the regulations for visa issuance for entry into Ukraine, there is a list of countries whose citizens must apply for a visa only in their country of citizenship or in their country of permanent residence.

Additionally, citizens of these countries undergo additional verification by the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU), which may extend the document processing time. Sometimes processing can take more than 1 month.

The list of countries whose citizens are subject to these restrictions can be found here.

What documents should be prepared in advance to obtain a visa to Ukraine?

Find out what types of type D visas exist and which documents confirm the grounds for obtaining them in our article on this topic — How to obtain a type D visa to Ukraine.
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FAQ

Is a visa required to obtain a residence permit in Ukraine?

Yes, to obtain a residence permit in Ukraine, foreigners and stateless persons must obtain a type D visa.

An exception applies to citizens of Azerbaijan, Belarus, Armenia, Georgia, Moldova, and Uzbekistan – they do not need a national type D visa to apply for a residence permit.

Do you assist with obtaining a marriage visa for the spouse of an EU citizen?

Yes, we provide visa support for obtaining a D-14 visa for the reunification of foreigners with Ukrainian citizens.

Can a multiple-entry type D visa to Ukraine be obtained?

Yes, a type D visa to Ukraine is a long-term and multiple-entry visa, so it is issued as a multiple-entry visa.

What documents are required for an employment visa to Ukraine?

To obtain a type D-04 visa (work visa), a general set of documents must be prepared, which can be found above, along with a notarized copy of the work permit. Additionally, a copy of the draft employment contract, an invitation-guarantee letter from the employer, and an extract confirming the employer's legal entity registration can be submitted.

Is it possible to obtain a volunteer visa to Ukraine?

Yes, among other types of visas, there is a D-10 visa, which is issued to foreign volunteers for further obtaining a temporary residence permit in Ukraine.

To obtain this visa, an invitation from a Ukrainian organization registered in the list of entities authorized to involve foreign volunteers in their activities is required.

What to do if a visa application is denied?

If a visa application is denied, the first step is to obtain an official refusal and clarify with the consul the exact reason for the denial.
If the visa was denied unlawfully, the decision can be appealed. If the denial was due to an incomplete set of documents or errors in their preparation, the deficiencies should be corrected, and the visa application resubmitted.

Can I obtain a residence permit in Ukraine with a Type C visa?

No, a residence permit can be issued only if a Type D visa has been previously obtained. If you already hold a Type C visa but, for example, have entered into a marriage or signed an employment contract in Ukraine, you must first travel abroad and obtain the appropriate Type D visa to get a residence permit. Only after this can you return to Ukraine and submit the documents for a residence permit application.

Questions and comments

Оксана
Чи можу я оформити посвідку на проживання чоловіку в Україні без візи Д ,якщо він з Грузії? Дякую!.
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Доброго дня! Віза типу Д для оформлення посвідки громадянам Грузії непотрібна.