Can You Get a Duplicate of a Child’s Ukrainian Citizenship Certificate Issued Abroad?
At Legal Light Consulting, our experienced LLC lawyers are here to clarify the process for replacing a lost or damaged Certificate of Registration as a Citizen of Ukraine for a child, originally issued abroad. Below is a simple guide to help you understand your options.
What to Do If You Lose Your Child’s Ukrainian Citizenship Certificate Issued Abroad
At our law firm, we often get questions from parents who have lost an important document for their child. One common question is: “My child received a Certificate of Ukrainian Citizenship from a Ukrainian Embassy abroad, but I lost it. Can I get a duplicate copy here in Ukraine?”
The short answer is no, you cannot get a duplicate in Ukraine. However, there is a specific process to get a replacement document.
Here’s a simple guide to what you need to know and do.
Why Can’t I Get a Duplicate in Ukraine?
The government office that issued the original certificate is the only one that can confirm its details and issue a replacement. Since the certificate was created by a Ukrainian Embassy or Consulate in a foreign country (for example, in India, the USA, or Germany), that same foreign office holds the official record.
Think of it like a birth certificate: if your child was born in another country, you can’t get a duplicate from a local office in Ukraine. You must contact the authorities in the country where the birth was registered.
What is the Solution?
Instead of a duplicate, you will receive a different document called a “certificate confirming the fact of previous registration.”
This new certificate does not look exactly like the original, but it has the same legal power. It confirms that your child was officially registered as a Ukrainian citizen at birth.
Where and How to Apply
You have two options, depending on where you are currently located:
Option 1: If you are still abroad
Contact the same Ukrainian Embassy or Consulate that issued the original certificate. You must apply to them directly for the confirmation certificate.
Option 2: If you are now in Ukraine
You cannot apply directly to the local authorities in your city. Instead, you must go through the central office in Kyiv:
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Department of Consular Service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine
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Address: 2, Velyka Zhytomyrska Street, Kyiv.
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Telephone: +38 044 238 15 15
This department will help you communicate with the foreign embassy that has the original records.
Can You Get a Duplicate Certificate?
No, a duplicate of the Certificate of Registration as a Citizen of Ukraine is not issued. Instead, you can obtain a replacement document that confirms the original certificate was issued.
How to Get the Replacement Document
If the original certificate is lost, damaged, or taken, you need to contact the Ukrainian diplomatic mission or consular office abroad where the certificate was originally issued. They will provide a document confirming the child’s prior registration as a Ukrainian citizen.
If you are currently in Ukraine, you can request this document through the Department of Consular Service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine in Kyiv. You can reach them at:
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Address: Velyka Zhytomyrska 2, Kyiv, Ukraine
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Phone: +38 044 238 15 15
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Problem: Lost the original Certificate of Ukrainian Citizenship issued abroad.
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Solution: You get a confirmation certificate, not an identical duplicate.
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Action: Apply to the Ukrainian Embassy that issued the original or, if in Ukraine, through the Consular Department in Kyiv.
Losing an important document can be stressful, but the process is clear. If you need help with this procedure or have other questions about citizenship, our legal team is here to assist you.
Why Choose Legal Light Consulting?
Replacing a lost or damaged certificate can be confusing, especially when dealing with international processes. At Legal Light Consulting, our skilled LLC lawyers are ready to assist you in navigating these steps, ensuring all requirements are met smoothly and efficiently. Contact us today for expert guidance.
Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For personalized assistance, consult with a qualified legal professional.
