How to Get a Ukrainian Passport: Official Application GuideExpress Assistance: traficopapa@gmail.com
A Ukrainian passport (Паспорт громадянина України для виїзду за кордон) is the official travel document issued to citizens of Ukraine by the State Migration Service (Державна міграційна служба України, DMS). It allows visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to more than 140 countries, including all EU and Schengen states, under the EU–Ukraine visa liberalization agreement.
Here’s a detailed, step-by-step guide to applying for or renewing your Ukrainian passport.
🧾 1. Eligibility and Validity
You must be a citizen of Ukraine to apply.
Validity periods:
Adults (16 years and older): 10 years
Children (under 16): 4 years
Ukraine issues biometric passports containing a digital photo, fingerprints, and electronic signature.
2. Required DocumentsTo apply, prepare the following:
For adults:
Completed passport application form
Ukrainian national ID card (паспорт громадянина України)
Individual tax identification number (ІПН)
Previous passport (if renewing)
Receipt of payment for administrative services
Recent biometric photo (taken on-site)
For minors (under 18):
Birth certificate
Parents’ ID cards and Ukrainian citizenship confirmation
Parental consent (both parents or legal guardians must approve)
If applying abroad, additional proof of residence or consular registration may be required.
3. How to ApplyIn Ukraine:
Apply at your local State Migration Service (DMS) office or Passport Service Center (Паспортний сервіс).
Bring your documents and have your photo, fingerprints, and signature recorded.
Pay the government fee and submit your application.
You can also book an appointment online:
https://dmsu.gov.ua https://pasport.org.uaOutside Ukraine:
Apply at the nearest Ukrainian embassy or consulate.
Requirements are the same, but processing takes longer due to coordination with Kyiv.
4. Fees and Processing TimesAs of 2025, approximate government fees are:
Standard service: ₴733 (about 30 USD)
Urgent service: ₴1,210 (about 50 USD)
Processing times:
Standard: up to 20 working days
Urgent: within 7 working days
Abroad: typically 1–2 months
5. Collecting Your PassportYou will be notified by SMS or email once your passport is ready.
Collect it in person with your ID and receipt at the same office where you applied.
If abroad, pickup is at your Ukrainian embassy or consulate.
Key TipsAlways check that your personal data matches your ID and birth certificate.
Apply early — urgent services may not always be available during high demand.
Report lost or stolen passports immediately to local authorities and DMS.
For minors, both parents’ presence or notarized consent is mandatory.
The Ukrainian biometric passport combines modern security technology with international travel convenience. Always apply through the State Migration Service of Ukraine or official diplomatic missions abroad to ensure authenticity.
For official information and online booking:
https://dmsu.gov.ua https://pasport.org.ua