Publication date: 25.07.2024
How to get combatant status (combatant status)?
Combatant status (CS) provides military personnel and other persons who have participated in hostilities with certain social guarantees and benefits. This status ensures support from the state and recognition of their contribution to the country's defense. In this article, we will look at how to obtain this status, what document analysis you need to collect, what procedures to go through, and how to avoid possible problems.
Documents required to obtain the status of a combatant
Obtaining the UBD status requires the preparation and collection of a certain package of documents. First of all, you need to have:
- An application for the status of a foreign economic operator. This is an official document that you submit to the relevant authority.
- Passport or other identity document. It is necessary to identify you as an applicant.
- A document confirming participation in hostilities. These can be orders, instructions, extracts from archives, etc. They must be duly certified.
- A certificate from the military unit confirming participation in hostilities. This document must be signed by the unit commander and contain detailed information about your service.
- Certificate of military service. It must contain information about the period of service and participation in hostilities.
Having your documents reviewed by a lawyer can greatly simplify the application process and increase your chances of successfully obtaining the status. Legal analysis of documents will help to identify possible errors and shortcomings that may lead to a refusal.
The procedure for applying for the status of a foreigner
After collecting all the necessary documents, the next step is to submit an application. The application procedure includes several stages:
- Submission of an application and a package of documents to the relevant authority. The application can be submitted in person or by mail.
- Waiting for the application to be reviewed. Consideration of the application may take from several weeks to several months, depending on the workload of the relevant authority.
- Obtaining a decision on granting the status of a foreigner. After your application is reviewed, you will receive a written notification of the decision.
Legal analysis of the situation at each stage can help to avoid possible problems and speed up the process of obtaining the status. Consulting an attorney or lawyer online can be helpful if you have any questions or difficulties.
Possible problems and their solutions
Various problems may arise during the process of obtaining the status of a foreigner. Some of them may be related to the refusal to grant the status due to insufficient documents or their non-compliance with the requirements. Here are some typical problems and ways to solve them:
- Refusal to grant status due to insufficient documents. In this case, you need to contact the relevant authority for clarification and additionally submit the necessary documents.
- Difficulties in obtaining certificates from the military unit. If you are unable to obtain the certificates, contact an online lawyer who can help you solve this problem.
- Need for additional documents or confirmations. Sometimes you may need additional documents to confirm your participation in hostilities. In this case, a legal opinion of a lawyer can help determine what documents are needed and how to obtain them.
A legal analysis of the situation and written legal advice will help you prepare all the necessary documents and avoid possible problems. Writing a lawyer's request can also be useful for obtaining additional information or confirmations.
Client's example: successfully obtaining the status of a foreigner
One of our clients, Serhii, contacted us with a problem of obtaining the status of a foreigner. He had all the necessary documents, but faced a refusal due to inconsistencies in some of them. Our lawyers conducted a thorough legal analysis of the documents and helped him to collect additional confirmations. As a result, Serhiy successfully obtained the status of an IDP and was able to enjoy all the benefits provided.
Sergiy noted that the legal advice greatly simplified the process and helped him avoid many problems. The legal analysis of the documents allowed him to identify shortcomings and correct them before submitting the application, which increased his chances of successfully obtaining the status.
Case study: Obtaining the status of a combatant with the help of the legal marketplace CONSULTANT
Serhiy served in the combat zone for two years. After completing his service, he decided to apply for the status of combatant in action (CIA) in order to receive the social guarantees and benefits to which he was entitled. However, the process of obtaining this status turned out to be much more complicated than he expected.
Initial challenges
Serhii collected the basic documents required to obtain the status of a combatant:
- An application for UBD status.
- Passport.
- Documents confirming participation in hostilities.
- Certificate from the military unit.
- Certificate of military service.
When he submitted the documents to the relevant authority, he was denied due to the lack of supporting documents and their non-compliance with the requirements. Sergiy was disappointed and did not know how to properly prepare the necessary documents and what steps to take next.
Turning to the legal marketplace CONSULTANT
After receiving a refusal, Serhiy decided to turn to the KONSULTANT legal marketplace for professional help. He received a written consultation with a lawyer who conducted a detailed legal analysis of his situation and documents.
- The lawyer conducted a legal analysis of the documents, providing Sergiy with specific recommendations for their correction and supplementation.
- It was found that some documents were not properly certified, and the certificate from the military unit contained inaccuracies.
The online legal consultation helped Serhiy understand what documents needed to be finalized and how to prepare them correctly.
Assistance in preparing documents
After the consultation, Serhiy received a written legal advice, which clearly outlined all the necessary steps and the list of documents to be submitted. The lawyers of the CONSULTANT marketplace helped Sergiy:
- Draw up a correct report for obtaining the status of a combatant.
- Prepare additional supporting documents.
- Certify the documents properly.
- Write a lawyer's request to the military unit to obtain additional confirmation.
The legal analysis of the situation and the legal opinion of the lawyer allowed us to identify shortcomings and correct them before submitting the documents. Thanks to the assistance of the lawyers of the CONSULTANT marketplace, Sergiy successfully re-submitted the documents and received the status of a combatant in a few weeks.
Obtaining combatant status is a complex process that requires careful preparation and collection of documents. It is important to know what documents are required, how to properly submit an application, and how to solve possible problems. Having your documents reviewed by a lawyer and a legal opinion from a lawyer can significantly increase your chances of success. If you have any difficulties or questions, please contact the legal marketplace CONSULTANT for professional assistance and solutions to your legal problems. An online lawyer's consultation with a lawyer or attorney will help you go through all the stages of the process and obtain the status of a foreigner without any problems.
