Ukraine is somewhere in the middle of this list. This country is unique, because while Ukraine has an attractive business climate and rich educational and social opportunities, the immigration policies and procedures of our country are rather flexible. The number of foreigners applying for a permanent residence permit in Ukraine is growing every year. Fleeing social insecurity, political turmoil, and economic degradation, the people from Asian and African countries often find a new home in Ukraine.

Ukrainian immigration law sets forth many grounds, which may be used to apply for a permanent residence permit in Ukraine. However, while the law is rather straightforward, the practice shows that the process may be lengthy and intricate.

It is our most important recommendation to start collecting documents, which confirm your right to a permanent residence permit in Ukraine as soon as possible. Solid documentary proofs are always requested by Ukrainian State migration service when reviewing applications, and unless you have 100% evidence that you are indeed entitled to the permanent residency in Ukraine, the chances of rejection remain high.

Ukrainian visas are issued within 3 types:

• B-type visas are issued in cases where a foreigner/stateless person intends to transit through Ukraine and each transit period does not exceed 5 days. B-type visas are issued as single/double/multiple entry visas valid for a maximum of 1 year or another period depending on supporting documents.
• C-type visas are issued in cases where a foreigner/stateless person intends to stay in Ukraine for up to 90 days within every 180 days. C-type visas are issued as single/double/multiple entry visas valid for 6 months or another period depending on supporting documents but cannot be issued for more than a 5 year-term.
•  D-type visas are issued in cases where a foreigner/stateless person intends to apply for a temporary residence permit to stay in Ukraine for more than 90 days. D-type visas are issued as multiple entry visas valid for 90 days.

• A passport or travel document with at minimum two blank pages, valid for at least six months and for at least 90 days after the end of travel. Copy of the first page including personal data and previous visas if obtained.
• Completed and signed visa application form along with two biometric photo that is not older than 6 months.
• Proof of travel with confirmed both-way tickets.
• Bank account details proving that the passenger can sufficiently fund his/her travel.
• Evidence of occupation in the form of certified documents through employer letter, student certificate, document of registration or demonstration of pension funds.
• Accommodation details through an invitation letter or proof of your hotel reservation throughout your stay.
• Documentation of travel health insurance which will be valid in the country for the entire period of stay.