Work Visa (Type D-04)
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Work Visa (Type D-04)

Work PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Dependents Allowed

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 employment in Ukraine. Requires job offer and work permit. Allows entry to apply for temporary residence permit for duration of employment contract, typically 1-3 years.

Employment visas allow foreign nationals to work in Ukraine for a Ukrainian employer. The process requires a formal job offer, work permit approval from the State Employment Service, and subsequent application for a temporary residence permit. Employment duration typically ranges from 1-3 years with renewal options.

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Requirements

Personal

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

Biometric passport-style photos

Employment contract

Signed work contract with Ukrainian employer

Work permit approval

Approval from State Employment Service of Ukraine

Health insurance

Valid medical/travel insurance with minimum €30,000 coverage

Proof of funds

Evidence of financial support for employment period

Diplomas and certificates

Educational qualifications and professional credentials

Optional

Sponsor Documents

Employment contract

Signed work contract provided by employer

Company registration

Proof of employer's business registration

Work permit application

Employer's work permit application to Employment Service

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Advantages

  • Path to permanent residency after extended employment
  • Can bring dependents
  • Work authorization granted
  • Renewable employment extensions available

Considerations

  • Tied to specific employer
  • Requires work permit process
  • Cannot self-employ initially
  • Extended processing timeline

Application Process

1

Obtain job offer

Secure written employment contract from Ukrainian employer

2

Apply for work permit

Employer submits work permit application to State Employment Service of Ukraine

3

Receive work permit approval

Wait for employment service approval and work permit issuance

4

Apply for D-04 visa

Submit visa application at Ukrainian embassy with work permit approval

5

Obtain visa

Receive 90-day D-04 visa in passport

6

Enter Ukraine and register

Enter Ukraine and register at local State Migration Service office

7

Apply for temporary residence permit

Submit residence permit application within 30 days of entry

8

Receive TRP approval

Temporary residence permit issued within 15 working days

Application Forms

Visa Application Form

Work Permit Application

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