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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…
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Setting Up a Business in Ukraine as a Foreigner
Ukraine offers real opportunities for foreign entrepreneurs — a large domestic market, a skilled workforce, competitive operating costs, and a strategic location between the EU and Asia. But setting up a business in Ukraine as a foreigner comes with its own set of legal, regulatory, and practical challenges that are easy to underestimate. This guide…
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Why International Donors Should Verify Ukrainian NGOs Before Funding
Since 2014 — and especially since the full-scale invasion in 2022 — international funding for Ukrainian non-governmental organizations has grown dramatically. Governments, foundations, and private donors have directed billions of dollars toward Ukrainian civil society, humanitarian aid, anti-corruption initiatives, and reconstruction efforts. This is important and necessary work. But the scale and urgency of funding…
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Why You Should Always Verify Your Ukrainian Counterparties
Doing business in Ukraine can be highly rewarding — but it also carries legal, reputational, and geopolitical risks. Whether you represent a private company, an investor, or an international NGO, the need to verify your Ukrainian counterparties before signing any agreement is not optional — it’s essential. Understand the Legal Landscape Ukraine’s business environment continues…