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Article - globalguide.com | image-How to check the legal basis on which your Ukrainian citizenship was granted
How to check the legal basis on which your Ukrainian citizenship was granted

In 2026 Ukraine updated the rules for reviewing citizenship decisions. According to the lawyers of Pravovyi Tsentr Law Firm, the first step is to obtain the documents of your migration file.

Article - globalguide.com | image-Re-registration for military service after removal before 2014: what 2026 case law shows
Re-registration for military service after removal before 2014: what 2026 case law shows

In 2026, Ukrainian courts are issuing conflicting rulings on men who were removed, or should have been removed, from the military register under the old rules. Lawyers of the Pravovyi Tsentr law firm analyse the Supreme Court's position and new rulings in favour of citizens, and explain where to start.

Article - globalguide.com | image-Pensioners abroad must complete physical identification by 31 December 2026
Pensioners abroad must complete physical identification by 31 December 2026

On 18 September 2026, the Pension Fund of Ukraine reminded pensioners and insurance benefit recipients staying abroad or in temporarily occupied territories that they must complete physical identification by the end of the year.

Article - globalguide.com | image-Living allowance for internally displaced persons extended for another six months
Living allowance for internally displaced persons extended for another six months

The government increased the maximum number of six-month payment periods of the living allowance for internally displaced persons from five to six. Children in IDP families get the extension automatically, and the procedure for appealing Pension Fund decisions has been clarified.

Article - globalguide.com | image-Mobilization deferment can now be re-issued without losing the current one: the government set review deadlines
Mobilization deferment can now be re-issued without losing the current one: the government set review deadlines

On 3 August 2026, the Cabinet of Ministers updated the deferment rules. If a new ground appears, the deferment can be re-issued, and the current one stays valid until the commission decides. The commission must decide within 7 working days.

Article - globalguide.com | image-Foreigners serving under contract in Ukraine’s Defence Forces: apply for a residence permit by 10 November 2026
Foreigners serving under contract in Ukraine’s Defence Forces: apply for a residence permit by 10 November 2026

Since 10 May 2026, a new procedure applies to temporary residence permits for foreigners and stateless persons serving under contract. Those already serving must submit documents by 10.11.2026.