Ukraine’s grueling eight-month residency process tests applicants’ patience and paperwork
Margaryta Liauchuk recently celebrated receiving her Ukrainian permanent residency. The achievement follows a lengthy and rigorous application process. For many foreigners, securing this status in Ukraine involves multiple steps and strict checks over several months.
The journey to permanent residency begins with a lengthy document submission. Applicants must provide multiple translations and undergo thorough background checks. One key step is an hour-long interview with the SBU, Ukraine’s security service.
Before final approval, a two-hour polygraph test is mandatory. Migration officers also conduct a home inspection to verify living conditions. Even after these steps, the SBU must grant clearance a second time before the residency is confirmed.
Once all requirements are met, written permission for permanent residency is issued. Only then does the applicant receive the plastic ID card. The entire process typically takes around eight months.
For Belarusians in Ukraine, the path to recognition is particularly challenging. Under current rules, they must either marry a Ukrainian citizen or give birth to a Ukrainian child to be legally acknowledged as individuals with full rights.
Liauchuk’s case highlights the complexity of obtaining permanent residency in Ukraine. The process demands time, documentation, and multiple security checks. For those who succeed, it grants long-term stability and legal recognition in the country.
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