Publication date: 20.05.2024
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Legal support of men with disabilities when crossing the border
A full-scale war has been going on in Ukraine for more than two years. It is difficult for men aged 18 to 60 to cross the border, with the exception of persons who are exempted from service on the grounds provided for by law. One of the categories of men who are allowed to leave Ukraine is the disabled. But if it is about crossing the border crossing for men with disabilities of group 3, certain difficulties may arise. In order to cross the border without too much trouble, you should contact a lawyer. An experienced specialist will check all documents and, if necessary, will accompany the person when crossing the border. This will eliminate the possibility of failure during the pass procedure.
border crossing for men with disabilities
Lawyers consider each case separately, so there may be certain nuances. But in general, crossing the border consists of several stages:
preparation of documents. To cross the border, a man must have appropriate documents that will allow him to legally leave the territory of Ukraine. This is a passport, medical documents, sometimes an invitation from a clinic where a person will undergo treatment or rehabilitation, and others;
contact with border services. even before crossing the border, you should contact representatives of the DPS and learn more about the necessary documents and procedures, as well as the possibility of accompanying and assisting a person with disabilities;
legal protection of rights. Legal protection precisely at the stage of crossing the border will allow protection against discrimination and guarantee the protection of rights in the territory of the country into which the person will enter.
In addition, it is necessary to take care of the further movement of a person with a disability. For example, a relative or acquaintance or representatives of special humanitarian organizations can meet the man, who will help him get to his destination.
Border crossing rules for men with disabilities
A few months ago, rumors about the mobilization of men with the third group of disabilities spread through the network. The new Law "On Mobilization" has entered into force, and there is no clause on the suitability for service of disabled men of the 3rd group, so if they are disabled men crossing the border, is possible for them, regardless of the group.
In 2024, the rules for crossing the border for men with disabilities provide for the provision of a full package of documents that confirm the fact of disability and the grounds for leaving the country. A person can leave for treatment, study, work or for personal reasons.
Crossing the border of men with disabilities: what documents are required
In order for a conscripted man to have the opportunity to cross the border and leave Ukraine during martial law, he must provide the following documents during border control:
passport;
a certificate confirming the status of a person with a disability;
certificate form No. 157-1/o;
a pension certificate or other document confirming the receipt of social assistance due to disability.
At the same time, documents establishing disability must be issued in Ukraine. If the border crossing for men with disabilities of the 3rd group, it will not be possible to leave Ukraine legally.
You can leave Ukraine only on the basis of a certificate from the MSEK. As of 2024, representatives of the border guard additionally demand:
a certificate issued by the TCC and SP or an extract from the protocol on the decision to defer or remove from military registration;
military registration document with a record of suspension or cancellation of registration.
