Ukraine•EuropeBusiness Owner/Entrepreneur Visa (Type D-12)
At a Glance
Processing Time
5-10 days
Application Fee
65 USD
Stay Duration
90 days
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Long-term visa for business founders and owners. Valid 90 days for entry to apply for temporary residence permit. Allows business establishment and entrepreneurial activities.
Business owner and entrepreneur visas allow foreign nationals to establish and operate businesses in Ukraine. This includes registering companies (LLC, JSC) or becoming a private entrepreneur (FOP). The visa requires proof of business intent and financial capacity. Can lead to long-term residency and eventual permanent residence status.
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Requirements
0Personal
Education
None or higher
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: RU, BY
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 3 months validity after intended departure
Passport photographs
Recent biometric photos
Business plan
Detailed business plan for Ukrainian activities
Proof of capital
Evidence of financial resources for business
Health insurance
Medical/travel insurance with minimum €30,000 coverage
Educational/professional credentials
Degrees and experience relevant to business
OptionalSponsor Documents
Business partner documentation
If applicable, documents from Ukrainian business partners
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Advantages
- 100% foreign ownership allowed
- Can lead to permanent residency
- Flexible business structure options
- Can employ staff
Considerations
- Requires business investment
- Administrative requirements in Ukrainian
- TRP tied to business continuation
- Must maintain business activity
Application Process
Prepare business plan
Develop business plan and company structure for Ukrainian entity
Gather documents
Collect passport, photos, business documentation, proof of funds
Submit visa application
Apply at Ukrainian embassy with D-12 visa and business documents
Pay fee
Pay USD 65 for visa processing
Obtain visa
Receive 90-day D-12 entrepreneur visa
Enter Ukraine
Enter with visa and register at Migration Service
Register business
Register company or FOP (private entrepreneur) in Ukraine
Apply for TRP
Submit residence permit application within 30 days with business registration
Application Forms
Entrepreneur/Business Owner Visa Application
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