Sometimes foreigners need to change their plan of staying in Ukraine and extend their period of presence in the country. This can be achieved in certain cases but requires them to go through specific procedures and formalities.
To extend their stay, foreigners need to gather necessary documents, inform about the circumstances requiring an extension, and submit an application for consideration to the State Migration Service of Ukraine. Considering the seriousness of the situation, if there are valid reasons, the state may approve the request for an extension of stay.
However, proving the existence of valid circumstances can sometimes be challenging. In such situations, professional legal support becomes extremely helpful, assisting the foreigner in preparing all the necessary documents and arguments for the extension application. You can always turn to the Lawyers and Realtors Association of Ukraine “AROU” for such assistance.
The list of valid reasons allowing a foreigner to stay in Ukraine beyond the visa expiration varies depending on the type of visa. For those with short-term visas or citizens of visa-free countries, such reasons may include medical treatment, pregnancy, taking care of an ill family member, applying for immigration or Ukrainian citizenship, and others. In such cases, the stay can be extended for up to one hundred and eighty days from the date of the last entry.
For individuals with a transit visa, an important reason could be a stopover in Ukraine due to unforeseen circumstances such as natural disasters, repairs, illness, and others. In this case, the stay can be extended until the circumstances are resolved.
People with long-term visas can extend their stay only if they haven’t managed to obtain a temporary residence permit in Ukraine for valid reasons. The extension period for them cannot exceed one month.
Refusal to extend the stay may occur if your presence poses a threat to Ukraine or its citizens, if you lack valid reasons for extension, if you incorrectly filled out the application, or submitted incorrect documents.
Proving the existence of valid reasons can often be difficult in such cases. Moreover, for people without experience in legal matters, it’s challenging to prepare all the necessary documents correctly. In such serious situations, seeking assistance from real professionals is recommended.
The Lawyers and Realtors Association of Ukraine “AROU” is the place where you can find qualified assistance. Our staff are true experts in their field. They will do everything possible to help you successfully obtain the desired extension of stay in Ukraine.
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