Category: Family and Civil Law Matters

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.

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…

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…