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Online Divorce in Ukraine Through Diia: Why It Is Not an Option for Foreign Citizens (2026)
Ukraine launched fully online divorce in the Diia app in September 2026 — but only for couples where both spouses are Ukrainian citizens with a verified digital identity. This guide explains what the service does, why foreign nationals cannot use it, and which routes to divorce in Ukraine remain open to them.
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Dividing Marital Property in Ukraine When Assets Are Abroad
Dividing marital property in Ukraine stops at the border: a Ukrainian court cannot divide real estate located outside the country. In a ruling of 12 August 2026 (case No. 461/1743/23), the Supreme Court confirmed that immovable property falls under the exclusive jurisdiction of the country where it is situated, that a Ukrainian court may not…
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Buying Property in Ukraine as a Foreigner: The Step-by-Step Process
Foreign nationals can legally buy and own residential and commercial real estate in Ukraine — apartments, houses, offices, and commercial buildings — on the same terms as Ukrainian citizens. The single major restriction is agricultural land, which foreigners are not permitted to own. Just as importantly, the entire purchase can be completed remotely, without travelling…
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Property Inheritance in Ukraine for Foreigners: Rules, Tax, and Procedure
If a relative left property in Ukraine and you live abroad, you almost certainly have the right to inherit it. Inheritance in Ukraine for foreigners works on the principle of national treatment: foreign citizens inherit on equal terms with Ukrainians, whether by will or by law. The practical difficulty is rarely your right to inherit…
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Hiring Employees in Ukraine as a Foreign Company
Hiring employees in Ukraine as a foreign company is not as straightforward as signing a contract. Ukrainian labor law requires a local legal structure — a foreign company cannot employ Ukrainian nationals directly from abroad without serious legal exposure. This post explains the available options and the compliance obligations that come with each. The Core…
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Tax Systems in Ukraine: Simplified vs General — Which One to Choose
Tax systems in Ukraine divide into two main regimes: the simplified system and the general system. The choice between them depends on your legal form — individual entrepreneur (FOP) or legal entity — as well as your revenue, activity type, and operational structure. The full framework is governed by the Tax Code of Ukraine, available…
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Ukrainian Sanctions List: What Foreign Businesses Need to Know
The Ukrainian sanctions list is a legally binding register of individuals and entities subject to restrictive measures under Ukrainian law. Foreign businesses often focus on EU, US, or UK sanctions — but Ukraine operates its own autonomous sanctions regime, and it affects who you can legally transact with inside Ukraine, regardless of what Western sanctions…
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How to Verify Ukrainian Property Before Buying
Purchasing real estate in Ukraine as a foreigner carries real risks — not because Ukrainian law is inherently hostile to foreign buyers, but because property records, ownership chains, and encumbrances are not always transparent without proper legal tools. Fraud, disputed titles, and undisclosed mortgages are not rare. This guide explains what a proper property verification…
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Divorce in Ukraine for Foreign Citizens: What You Need to Know
Divorce is never simple, but when it involves Ukrainian jurisdiction and one or both spouses are foreign citizens or live abroad, the legal process becomes significantly more complex. Whether you married in Ukraine and now live in another country, or your spouse is Ukrainian and you need to formalize the separation, understanding how divorce in…
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How to Get Documents from Ukraine While Living Abroad
Whether you have relocated, are part of the Ukrainian diaspora, or simply need official papers for a foreign legal process, getting documents from Ukraine while living abroad can be a complicated and frustrating experience. Government offices in Ukraine generally require personal presence, and navigating the bureaucracy remotely — especially across time zones and language barriers…