Ukraine Proposes Stronger Protections and Residence Pathways for Foreign Nationals in Military Service
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The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has approved a draft law. This law aims to improve the legal standing and ways to live in Ukraine for foreign nationals and stateless people defending the country. This proposed law would make the legal temporary stay after military service longer. It would also count military service towards the requirements for an immigration permit. It would also accept combatant certificates to get a temporary residence permit. The law also suggests a special immigration quota for combatants. It also includes a travel document for people who have trouble renewing their passports. The Ministry for Veterans Affairs of Ukraine created this plan. The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine (Ukrainian parliament) will now consider it.
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