To live legally on the territory of the Russian Federation, any Ukrainian must first make a temporary registration (GRP). And only after a year of stay in the country, he can apply for a residence permit. To do this, you need to prepare documents and familiarize yourself with the filing rules.
List of documents
Citizens of Ukraine who have received a residence permit in the Russian Federation are protected by law and have the right to:
- Receiving a Russian pension and education;
- Registration of medical insurance;
- Labor activity on the territory of the country;
- Entrepreneurship.
And most importantly, a Ukrainian who has received a residence permit has the right to become a full-fledged citizen of Russia after the expiration of the period established by law.
Documents for a residence permit in Russia for Ukrainians in 2021:
- Identity card (passport or any other document that confirms the identity and is recognized by the Russian Federation);
- 4 photos in size 3.5 * 4.5. It can be both color photos and black and white, but of good quality;
- Application in the form established by Appendix No. 1 to the Regulations. It can be submitted in both written and electronic form. You can view a sample form at the migration service office, as well as on their website. You need to fill out the application in two copies;
- A document confirming stable earnings or a certificate of incapacity for work (bank statement, pension certificate, etc.). Income must not be lower than the subsistence level.
Required information:
| Documentation | Intelligence |
| Help 2-NDFL | Issued in the accounting department from the place of work. |
| Subsistence (income document of the person who maintains the applicant) | The amount of income should support the life of the recipient and the dependent. Disabled citizens fall under the category of dependent. This:
For help, you should contact the ZhEK. Persons who are in detention for other reasons can obtain a document through the court. |
| Declaration 3-NDFL | Income from which taxes are paid. This includes business activities. The form for filling can be taken from the tax office. After filling out the document, it is sent for verification to the fiscal service. |
| Contributions | Bank statements. It can also be personal savings. The bank issues the certificate. The document must confirm that the citizen has legitimate sources of income. |
In addition, you will need:
- Medical certificate confirming the absence of dangerous diseases. A document from a narcologist confirming the absence of drug addiction. The medical commission is held at the place of residence. After a full examination of doctors and the delivery of tests, a certificate of health is issued;
- Certificate of residence with GRP for at least one year. It contains information about the person himself, about the composition of his family and the period of validity of the temporary registration. All seals must be present in the certificate, otherwise it will not be considered valid.
To obtain a document, you should contact the following authorities:
| The organization | Conditions |
| Passport Office | Provide your passport and fill out the application form. |
| MFC | Identity card, house book, birth certificate of children, application. |
| UVM Ministry of Internal Affairs | Passport, completed application form. The authority provides a certificate of registration at the place of residence. |
| Housing department, HOA | Passport, birth certificate of children. It is much easier to get a certificate through the housing department, because all the information you need is there. The document is issued free of charge on the day of application. |
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Further, the list of securities is supplemented:
- A certificate of the availability of real estate. The document can be obtained by contacting Rosreestr or the cadastral registration chambers. It is also possible to use Internet services and go to the official website of Rosreestr or State Services;
- A certificate confirming knowledge of the Russian language, the history of Russia and the basics of the country's legislation. Official testing centers have been opened in the Russian Federation. Migrants need to pass a 5-part exam: presentation, grammar, reading, speaking, listening. The certificate is issued as soon as the state fee is paid. There is a nuance in this issue: if a citizen of Ukraine received an education on the territory of a country that was part of the USSR before its collapse, it is enough for him to present a diploma from an educational institution. Also, a document on education or advanced training obtained on the territory of the Russian Federation after 09/01/1991 is considered valid.
A certificate is not required from:
- Persons of retirement age;
- Immigrants - participants in the state resettlement program;
- Highly qualified specialists.
All these documents are required to obtain a residence permit in Russia for Ukrainians.
Submission rules: how, where and in what time frame
An application for a residence permit is accepted only if there is a GRP. To do this, with all the documents you need to contact the local department of the GUFM of the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
You can also sign up for its submission through the Internet resources, on the official website. Among the list of services it is necessary to find the “Appointment” tab, fill out a special form, select the date and time of the appointment. You should come to the meeting in advance. In case of delay, the entry will be automatically canceled.
The procedure for obtaining a residence permit can take from 2 to 6 months... Therefore, the application must be submitted no later than six months before the end of the temporary registration.
The cost of the state duty in 2021 is 3500 rubles.
Features for citizens of the DPR and LPR
For persons who are citizens of the DPR and LPR, the same conditions for obtaining a residence permit remain as for Ukrainians. They must provide the entire list of required documents.
Exception: citizens are entitled to benefits when paying state fees and for the provision of certain services.
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Obtaining a residence permit in the Russian Federation for citizens of Ukraine is a rather lengthy process. It will take time to collect all the documents. You must submit an application at least six months before the end of the temporary registration. Incorrectly executed papers can become a reason for refusing a residence permit. The residence permit is not issued immediately, but after careful consideration of all documentation.
