D visa for foreign volunteers was canceled in Ukraine: what has changed
Ukraine has introduced important changes for foreigners engaged in volunteer work. From now on, it is no longer necessary to obtain a long-term D visa to apply for a temporary residence permit.
Key changes
Foreign volunteers can apply for a temporary residence permit without leaving Ukraine. Previously, this required leaving the country and obtaining a long-term D visa at a consulate.
What this means in practice
- The mandatory step of obtaining a D visa has been eliminated
- It is no longer necessary to leave Ukraine for legalization
- The procedure for obtaining a permit has become faster and simpler
Who is affected by the changes
The new rules apply to:
- foreign volunteers
- employees of humanitarian organizations
- participants in international volunteer programs
However, the simplification does not apply to citizens of the russian federation.
Duration of the new measures
The changes will remain in effect for the duration of martial law and for one additional year after its conclusion.
Why this matters
The abolition of the D visa allows foreign volunteers to:
- continue their activities without interruption
- process documents (temporary residence permits) more quickly
- contribute more effectively to helping Ukraine
This decision is aimed at supporting the international volunteer movement and simplifying bureaucratic procedures.
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