Foreign Military in Ukraine Should Obtain a TRP

Currently, the legal stay of foreign military personnel on the territory of Ukraine is confirmed by a military ID. However, as of 10 May 2026, a new requirement comes into effect: foreign nationals serving in the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the State Special Transport Service, or the National Guard of Ukraine are required to obtain a temporary residence permit.

Applications for the temporary residence permit must be submitted between 10 May 2026 and 10 November 2026.

To obtain the permit, applicants must submit the following documents to the regional department of the State migration service:

passport and its notarially certified translation;
military ID;
military service contract;
undertaking from the military unit.

The temporary residence permit shall remain valid for the duration of the military service contract, plus additional 6 months following its termination.

As of 10 November 2026, foreign military personnel will cross the border using their passport together with the temporary residence permit.

Foreign military servicemembers are exempt from the obligation to register or declare their place of residence.

Legal basis: the Law of Ukraine “On Amendments to Certain Laws of Ukraine Regarding the Legal Status and Medical Care of Military Personnel Who Are Foreign Nationals and Stateless Persons” dated December 17, 2025.