Publication date: 28.05.2024
Renunciation of Ukrainian citizenship
The issue of leaving Ukrainian citizenship may be relevant for some people for various reasons. However, it is worth noting that the procedure of renunciation of Ukrainian citizenship has certain legal nuances and requirements that must be carefully followed.
How to renounce Ukrainian citizenship ? First of all, it is important to understand that exit from the citizenship of Ukraine is possible only if there is another active citizenship. According to the legislation, a person cannot remain without citizenship of any state.
The procedure for renouncing Ukrainian citizenship is regulated by the Law of Ukraine "On Citizenship of Ukraine" and a number of subordinate legal acts. It provides for the submission of an application for relinquishment of Ukrainian citizenship to the State Migration Service.
It should be noted that relinquishing Ukrainian citizenship during war or martial law may be restricted or prohibited for reasons of national security. Therefore, before starting the procedure, it is worth making sure that such restrictions do not apply.
If you have decided to renounce Ukrainian citizenship , it is important to follow the established procedure for renunciation. First of all, it is necessary to collect all the necessary documents, which include:
- a completed application of the established model;
- a notarized copy of a document confirming the existence of another citizenship;
- a copy of the passport of a citizen of Ukraine;
- a receipt for the payment of the administrative fee.
The aforementioned application for relinquishment of Ukrainian citizenship can be submitted personally or through an authorized person to the territorial unit of the State Migration Service at the applicant's place of residence or stay on the territory of Ukraine.
It is worth noting that the requirement for notarization of renunciation of Ukrainian citizenship is mandatory. Therefore, it is necessary to contact a notary to confirm the authenticity of the signature on the application.
After submitting all the necessary documents, the State Migration Service considers the application and makes a decision on withdrawal from the citizenship of Ukraine or refusal to implement it. Processing times can vary, but the process usually takes several months.
In the case of a positive decision, the person receives a certificate of withdrawal from Ukrainian citizenship. This document confirms the fact of termination of citizenship and is necessary for further processing of documents in another state.
It is important to remember that renunciation of Ukrainian citizenship does not relieve one of the obligations that arose during one's stay in this citizenship, in particular, payment of alimony, taxes, etc.
Therefore, the procedure for leaving Ukrainian citizenship is quite formalized and requires careful preparation of relevant documents. Before starting this process, it is necessary to make sure that the person has all the necessary prerequisites, in particular, the presence of another valid citizenship.
