Ukraine sets age requirements for foreigners seeking citizenship

Ukraine has established age-based requirements for foreigners and stateless individuals seeking citizenship, as outlined by the State Migration Service. Foreign nationals aged 18 or above must personally submit their applications, while children under 18 must have their applications submitted by a parent or legal representative.

Minors aged 14 to 17 require personal consent to apply for Ukrainian citizenship. The guidelines categorize applicants into three age groups: those below 14 must have applications submitted by a parent or legal representative, those aged 14 to 17 must provide personal consent, and those 18 and above must submit applications independently.

Additionally, applicants pledging to relinquish their current citizenship will receive temporary Ukrainian identity cards valid for two years during a transitional period, while stateless persons are exempt from this requirement.