Family visas
Ukrainian Long-Term Family Reunification Visa (Type D)
A long-term visa for foreign family members reuniting with a Ukrainian citizen or a foreigner holding a residence permit in Ukraine.
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The specific D visa sub-codes for family reunification (secondary sources cite D-14 for reunification with a citizen and D-15 for reunification with a residence-permit holder) are not confirmed against a single official page; verify before publishing sub-codes.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Ukraine government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Long-term visa (Type D), family reunification
- Route type
- Family reunification (visa plus residence permit)
- Sponsor
- Ukrainian citizen or foreigner holding a residence permit in Ukraine
- Next step in Ukraine
- Temporary residence permit from the State Migration Service
- Visa validity
- Issued as a multiple-entry visa valid for 90 days
- Purpose
- Entry to apply for a temporary residence permit on family-reunification grounds
- Where to apply
- Ukrainian embassy or consulate; no earlier than 3 months before entry
Who it is for
- Spouses, parents and children of Ukrainian citizens
- Family members of foreigners who hold a residence permit in Ukraine
- Those intending to live with family in Ukraine beyond the short-stay limit
Requirements
- Evidence of the qualifying family relationship (e.g. marriage or birth certificate), legalised and translated
- The sponsor's proof of Ukrainian citizenship or valid residence permit
- Valid passport and completed D visa application at a Ukrainian mission
How to apply
- Gather evidence of the qualifying family relationship, legalised and translated as required
- Apply for the long-term (Type D) family reunification visa at a Ukrainian mission abroad
- Enter Ukraine on the 90-day D visa
- Apply to the regional State Migration Service for a temporary residence permit on family grounds
Documents you may need
- Valid passport or travel document, D-visa application form and a photograph
- Document certifying marriage to a Ukrainian citizen, or documents confirming family-member status of a person with refugee or temporary-protection status in Ukraine
- For reunification with a residence-permit holder, evidence of the sponsor's valid residence permit
- Medical/travel insurance for Ukraine and proof the consular fee is paid
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.