Invitation (Private/Business) to Ukraine for Foreigners in Lviv

An invitation for a foreigner to Ukraine is an official document that grants a foreign citizen or a stateless person the right to obtain a visa to enter Ukraine.

A foreigner can be invited through a private invitation or a business invitation.

A business invitation issued by a legal entity is a document that serves as the basis for applying at the diplomatic mission or consulate of Ukraine abroad for a short-term visa type C, which allows entry to Ukraine. It must be issued on the company’s official letterhead.

The letterhead must include the company’s registration number in the Unified State Register of Legal Entities, Individual Entrepreneurs, and Public Formations, the registration number, date, signature of the authorized person, and company seal. It must also contain the invited person’s details and a commitment by the legal entity to cover possible expenses related to the foreigner’s stay and departure from Ukraine.

A private (guest) invitation to Ukraine is the basis for obtaining a guest visa. This type of visa is issued to foreigners who intend to visit relatives, friends, or close ones, or who plan to marry a citizen of Ukraine.

The invitation must be registered by a Ukrainian citizen at the State Migration Service (SMS) at their place of residence, which is not always convenient, especially if the person resides abroad. Additionally, the applicant must prove their financial ability to cover expenses in case of deportation of the guest or unforeseen costs. Therefore, it is highly recommended to seek professional assistance.

The Olson Law Firm in Lviv provides full legal support for obtaining both private and business invitations for foreigners. Our specialists will provide consultations, translations of necessary documents, comprehensive preparation, and professional guidance. The invitation can be ready within just one day.