Ukraine

Ukraine Student Visa Requirements 

Students planning to study medicine or dentistry in Ukraine require a long-stay visa (type D), allowing them to stay in the country for more than 90 days.

Here’s a guide to applying for a long-stay visa in Ukraine:

Applying for a Long-Stay Visa in Ukraine

To obtain a long-stay visa (type D), prospective students must submit a set of documents to the consulate or embassy of Ukraine in their home country. The Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs website provides a full list of embassy locations and contact details.

Regardless of where the documents are submitted, the original “Invitation to study” is always required. It’s important to note that documents from previous education must be officially certified before submission to the consulate. This can be done by either legalizing them through the Ministry of Education and Science, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the Embassy of Ukraine or certifying them with an Apostille stamp and legalizing them at the Embassy of Ukraine in the applicant’s country. These steps ensure that the documents are officially recognized in Ukraine, allowing Ukrainian universities to issue diploma certificates upon graduation.

All “Invitations to study” issued by universities undergo mandatory registration at the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine before being issued to applicants. The Ministry provides official confirmation of such registration (visa support) to the Consulate of Ukraine in respective countries. Without this registration, consulates cannot proceed with issuing student visas.

Once an invitation letter is received, students must contact the Ukrainian embassy in their own country to apply for the student visa.

Student Visa Application Requirements for Ukraine

To apply for a student visa to Ukraine, you must ensure you have all the necessary documents ready. Below is a comprehensive list of the required documents:

1. Invitation Letter: Issued by the Ministry of Education, Ukraine.
2. Passport: Ensure your passport has a minimum validity of 2 years.
3. Passport-size Photographs: Submit 10 passport-size photographs with a white background.
4. Admission Letter: A letter confirming your admission to a recognized educational institution in Ukraine.
5. Marksheets: Provide copies of your 10th and 12th-grade marksheets.
6. Birth Certificate: A certified copy of your birth certificate.
7. Medical Health Certificate: A document stating your overall medical condition.
8. HIV Test Reports and Certificate: Present reports and certification confirming your HIV status.
9. Leaving Certificate: Obtain a leaving certificate from your previous school or college.
10. Xerox Copies of ID Proof: Provide copies of identification documents such as your driving license, PAN card, or passport.
11. Gap Certificate: If applicable, provide a certificate explaining any gaps in your education or employment history.
12. Bank Statements: Submit bank statements for the past 6 months showing financial stability. Parents should provide their bank statements along with the student’s bank statement, which must have a minimum balance of Rs. 4 lakhs.
13. Other Affidavits: Any additional affidavits required by the Ukrainian embassy or consulate.

Ensure all documents are properly organized and meet the specified requirements before submitting your visa application.

To apply for a Ukraine study visa, follow these steps:

1. Gather Required Documents: Collect all necessary documents for a long-stay visa (type D) as per the requirements of the consulate or embassy of Ukraine in your country.
2. Include Invitation to Study: Ensure you include the original “Invitation to Study” provided by the Ukrainian institution you’ve been accepted to, regardless of where you submit your application.
3. Certify Educational Documents: Before submitting your documents, make sure that all documents related to your previous education are officially certified. This can be done through two methods:
   • Legalization: Have your documents legalized by the Ministry of Education and Science, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the Embassy of Ukraine in your country.
   • Apostille Stamp: Alternatively, you can certify your documents with an Apostille stamp and have them legalized at the Embassy of Ukraine in your country.
4. Ensure Recognition in Ukraine: It’s crucial that your educational documents are officially recognized in Ukraine. This recognition is necessary for Ukrainian universities to issue your diploma certificate upon your graduation.

Translation services are available at the Ukrainian embassy for a small fee.

Processing Time

The average processing time for visas is 1 to 15 days, with rush processing also available.