Since 2022, millions of Ukrainians have found themselves abroad, making the issue of document legalization a pressing concern for many of them. Finding employment, enrolling at a university, reuniting with family members, or obtaining a residence permit — in most cases, these procedures require Ukrainian documents bearing an apostille. Since February 1, 2026, Ukraine has been operating under an updated apostille procedure, and most instructions available online are already outdated.
Find out how to obtain a Police Clearance Certificate in the USA, when an apostille or legalization is required, and how to properly prepare the document for use in other countries.
