What is confirmation of Ukrainian citizenship for a child and when is it needed
Confirmation of Ukrainian citizenship for a child is an official procedure that establishes the fact of a child's belonging to Ukrainian citizenship. This process is especially relevant for children who were born abroad, have one foreign parent, or whose documents were issued outside of Ukraine.
Most often, the need for confirmation arises when:
- issuing a Ukrainian passport or international passport;
- obtaining a Ukrainian birth certificate;
- registering for permanent residence abroad;
- submitting documents for temporary or permanent consular registration;
- enrolling a child in school, kindergarten, or when applying for medical services in Ukraine.
What documents are needed to confirm a child's citizenship
To confirm Ukrainian citizenship for a child, it is necessary to prepare a clear package of documents confirming the family relationship, the nationality of the parents, and the fact of the child's birth. Basic documents:
- Child's birth certificate (translated and legalized, if issued abroad);
- Parents' passports;
- Documents confirming the citizenship of one or both parents at the time of the child's birth;
- Application of one of the parents (guardian/representative);
- Documents confirming the place of residence (if necessary).

Each situation is individual, so our specialists conduct an initial consultation to determine the full list of necessary documents in your case.
How the procedure for confirming Ukrainian citizenship for a child takes place
The “Consultant” legal team accompanies each stage:
- Initial consultation: a lawyer analyzes the situation, checks the documents and determines the legal basis for confirming the child's citizenship.
- Formation of a package of documents: we help with translation, notarization, legalization of foreign documents and correct filling out of applications.
- Submission of documents to the State Migration Service of Ukraine or consulate: our specialist can act as a representative by power of attorney.
- Control over the case: we support the procedure until the official confirmation of citizenship is received.
- Obtaining a certificate of confirmation of citizenship: the final document that opens the possibility of issuing a passport or other legal actions.
How long does it take to confirm the citizenship of a child
The application consideration period is from 1 to 3 months, depending on the complexity of the case, the completeness of the submitted documents and the workload of the migration service. In some cases, the terms may be extended if additional requests or verification of documents are required.
Cost of the service of confirming citizenship of Ukraine for a child
The approximate cost of the service in our marketplace is from 3,500 to 6,000 UAH, depending on the volume of work, the availability of translations and the need for legal representation. The cost includes:
- legal advice;
- assistance with document processing;
- filing an application through a power of attorney (if necessary);
- support until the result is received.
ConclusionConfirmation of Ukrainian citizenship for a child is an important legal step that opens up access to rights and opportunities in Ukraine. The “Consultant” team will provide professional support at every stage, help you avoid bureaucratic errors and significantly reduce waiting times. Contact us and we will take care of the safety and legality of your child’s status.