Registration of refugee status in Ukraine

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Despite the fact that totalitarian regimes have long been considered a relic of the past, residents of some states have to leave their homeland as a result of political and religious persecution and threats to their lives.

Being part of Europe, Ukraine is gradually adapting its legislation to the EU norms, including in matters of granting asylum to residents of other states whose life and health are in danger. That is, refugees are people who are not citizens of the country, but who have arrived on its territory after leaving their state of residence due to circumstances beyond their control.

Migrants from Syria, Iraq and Afghanistan arrive to Ukraine most often. The issues of granting asylum are specified in the Law on Refugees. A separate document regulates the protection of the rights of persons displaced from the temporarily occupied territories of Donbas.

It is possible to obtain refugee status independently by applying to the migration authorities. However, in order to obtain a prompt and guaranteed result, we recommend to enlist the support of Legal Solutions. Our lawyers will help you to make a correct application, prepare and submit the necessary documents and receive a refugee certificate in the shortest possible time.

What does obtaining refugee status give you?

In addition to a quiet life in a peaceful territory, the absence of persecution by the authorities, persons who came to Ukraine and legalized their residence, receive other benefits. They:

• cannot be forcibly expelled from the country;
• have the right to choose a place of residence at their discretion;
• have the opportunity to live together with their family;
• can apply for employment, quality medical care;
• have the right to obtain a residence permit in Ukraine after 3 years.

Along with the rights refugees acquire some obligations: to notify the executive authorities about their movement within the country, to undergo annual re-registration, to pay taxes.

Where and how to obtain refugee status, what documents are needed for this purpose

The application is submitted by an adult person to the migration service. To do this, you need:

1. A statement indicating the circumstances of leaving the country of residence;
2. identity documents;
3. information about children and a separate application for them;
4. documents proving the impossibility of residence at the place of citizenship;
5. 4 photos for each family member.

In addition, the procedure involves fingerprinting. In 15 days after submitting the documents, an interview is scheduled, as a result of which a decision is made to issue or refuse the certificate.

Despite the fact that it is easier to obtain refugee status in Ukraine than, for example, in Canada or European countries, it is not uncommon for applicants to be rejected. To prevent this from happening to you, we recommend that you seek legal counsel. Our staff is always ready to help even in seemingly hopeless situations.

If you contact Legal Solutions, you will receive:

• reliable support of professionals in the field of migration law;
• a refugee certificate;
• assistance in challenging your rights in court in case of refusal of the migration service;
• a peaceful life in a democratic state, free from persecution.

Do you want to start a new life in a loyal to foreigners and hospitable country? Legalize your stay in Ukraine now. Contact Legal Solutions for help!

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