Extension of stay in Ukraine
There are many reasons why foreign citizens and stateless persons arriving to Ukraine would need to extend legal stay for more than 90 days. The applicants need to have appropriate valid legal grounds for extension of stay in Ukraine in accordance with the law. Extension of stay in Ukraine benefits a lot, specifically there will be no need to re-enter the country which saves much time and finances.
What is the extension of stay in Ukraine
Foreign citizens and stateless persons can enter Ukraine based either on short or long term visa, citizens of some countries can enjoy to stay in Ukraine without a short term visa for up to 90 days, holders of long term visa type D come to Ukraine to apply for a temporary or permanent residence permit depending on the purpose of visit and visa category. However sometimes both holders of visa or who came on visa free regime might need to stay longer in Ukraine due to specific reasons.
In case if you arrived to Ukraine with short term visa or on visa free regime, or with long term visa type D and have not documented with residence permit in time, you might be eligible for extension of legal stay in Ukraine by applying to territorial departments of State migration service of Ukraine. In case of successful consideration of your application your legal stay in Ukraine will be prolonged for a period from 30 to 90 days. In some case the procedure can be repeated several times and every time your legal stay in Ukraine will be extended accordingly.
However because the procedure is quite bureaucratic the failure to meet the formalities and lack of legal knowledge might result to negative consequences such as illegal stay on the territory of Ukraine which is an administrative violation of public order. In worse case the violator might be a subject of voluntary or forcible deportation with further entry ban to Ukraine from 3 to 10 years.
For complex migration issues, it’s advisable to seek assistance from a specialized lawyer for proper understanding of legal nuances. Consider scheduling a consultation.
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Is it possible to get extension of visa in Ukraine without leaving the country (re-entering)?
That is actually is the main value and task of the procedure of extension of stay, to allow the foreigner to continue legal stay in Ukraine after the visa or visa-free is over.
Is it possible to get extension of stay in Ukraine when you have already overstayed the visa?
In some situations it is possible to implement the procedure even when you have already overstay your time for allowed legal stay in Ukraine.
In most cases it is possible to do so only if the foreigner has valid respectful reasons for such an extension of stay. Not always it is possible to understand whether the foreigner has the reasons to claim the extension of stay in Ukraine without re-enter the country with a new visa, thus, it is a subject for individual legal consultation based on proper assessment of the situation.
Hiring an experienced immigration lawyer is highly recommended in order to avoid any challenges and obstacles, to secure the legal status and mitigate any possible negative impact if you have already overstayed. Do not despair – even if you have already overstayed there is always something that can be done in your best interests.
Act promptly and reach out to an attorney for enhanced assistance and services. Schedule a consultation without delay.
What can be a ground for extension of stay in Ukraine:
– if you are eligible for immigration to Ukraine;
– if you are eligible for acquisition of citizenship of Ukraine;
– if you have reasons that temporarily prevent you leaving Ukraine (urgent treatment, pregnancy, care for sick family member, registration of legacy, performance of official duties by foreign correspondent or representative of foreign media, other respectful reasons).
Why an application for extension of stay in Ukraine can be refused:
The officials of State migration service of Ukraine have to consider carefully your application for extensions of stay and in case of failure to meet the requirements should to refuse your application. It can happen in the following cases:
– the necessity of ensuring national security or public order, means that law enforcement authorities recommend to abstain from extending of your legal stay in Ukraine;
– the need for health protection, protection of rights and legitimate interests of citizens of Ukraine and other persons living in Ukraine, which means almost the same as the previous reason, however based on the recommendation of other authorities;
– in case if it was found that your national or travel passport document is forged, damaged or not in accordance with the established pattern, or belongs to another person;
– in case if it was found that you submitted knowingly false information or false documents;
– in case if were found facts of non-fulfilment by you a decision of court or authorities authorised to impose administrative sanctions or you have other property obligations to the state or whoever in Ukraine;
– in case it was found that you did not fulfil the previous deportation decision, including after the expiration of the prohibition of further entry into Ukraine;
– in case if were found reasonable grounds to believe that you did not prove the purpose of extension of stay in Ukraine;
– in case if you failed to prove that you have sufficient financial support for the period of stay or appropriate guarantees of the host party.
Refusal of extension of stay in Ukraine can be appealed
You will have 30 days to appeal the refusal decision either at first to the higher authority of State migration service of Ukraine or to the local administrative court. During the period of consideration of your appeal you will be legally staying in Ukraine.
Our skilled immigration lawyer Ivan Goncharov has wide and positive experience on appealing state authorities unlawful decisions, the first thing which should be done is a proper assessment of your individual situation, every aspect and detail should be taken into account in order establish the perspectives, consider possible solutions, its timeframe and possible expense.
In case of winning the case in the court you can expect for compensation of your expenses, lawyer’s fee, and moral harm.
Any delay, inactivity or contacting persons who do not have a lawyer’s license might cause you irreparable damage, lead to unforeseen negative consequences such as penalties, deportation and 3 – 10 and more years entry ban.
Take immediate action and contact an attorney to access exceptional assistance and services. Don’t hesitate, schedule a consultation right away.
Ivan Goncharov
Immigration Lawyer
Bringing forth more than 10 years of hands-on expertise, I specialize in matters encompassing visas, border crossings, residence permits, immigration, citizenship, international protection, and statelessness. My legal services are tailored to ensure seamless migration experiences, with a particular focus on adept representation in migration disputes, the appeals process, and advocating against governmental inaction. My background and valuable experience spans across the private sector and international non-governmental organizations.
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