Ukrainian legislation provides an opportunity for foreigners and stateless individuals, who have signed a contract with the Armed Forces of Ukraine and are lawfully residing in our country, to become citizens of Ukraine.
The contract concluded by a foreigner with the Armed Forces of our state is a lawful basis for their stay in the territory of Ukraine. This means that during their service, they do not need additional documents such as a residence permit. The duration of their stay is determined by the term specified in the contract.
What should a foreigner do after the contract expires?
The expiration of the contract does not automatically require the foreign volunteer to leave the country. After the contract expires, they will have the opportunity to obtain an immigration permit and a residence permit in Ukraine.
If the military personnel had been awarded a state award or continues their service, they can apply for Ukrainian citizenship in a simplified manner. This is possible, in particular, if the relevant application is submitted by the Ministry of Defense.
What documents are required for citizenship?
Current legislation provides a specific list of documents that a foreign volunteer serving in the Armed Forces of Ukraine must submit to obtain Ukrainian citizenship. Among them:
- The contract itself, confirming the fact of military service in the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
- Certificate issued according to the place of service.
- Military ID.
- Foreign passport.
If a stateless serviceman wishes to obtain Ukrainian citizenship, instead of a foreign passport, they submit the appropriate travel document.
Our team of lawyers specializes in issues that intersect migration and military law. We are well versed in the legal norms applicable to each specific situation, taking into account your individual circumstances.
Therefore, legal support on matters of obtaining Ukrainian citizenship for foreign volunteers who have contracted with the Armed Forces of Ukraine is an important service. Our lawyers and legal experts specializing in migration law are ready to provide you with quality support in the process of obtaining Ukrainian citizenship.
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