In Ukraine, a person can be removed from apartment registration (i.e., deregistered from their declared/registered place of residence) in several ways, depending on the legal grounds for deregistration.
Legislation defines the following grounds for deregistering a person from an apartment:
- voluntary deregistration by the person from the declared/registered place of residence;
- decision of the apartment owner to deregister a person from the apartment;
- by court decision;
- death of the registered person.
Both registration and deregistration are handled by local self-government authorities. Applications are submitted in person (e.g., via the CNAP) or, in some cases, online through the Diia Portal.
Let’s examine each of the above grounds in detail.
Voluntary deregistration from the declared/registered place of residence.
There are two ways to voluntarily deregister:
1. Submitting an application through the CNAP.
Required documents:
- passport;
- for conscripts – military registration document;
- proof of payment of administrative fee.
If you are 18 or older and not subject to military service, you can also apply via the Diia Portal.
If deregistration is due to permanent relocation abroad, additional documents must be submitted confirming authorization from the SMS territorial body or from a Ukrainian diplomatic mission abroad.
Special rules for children:
- For children under 14, one parent submits the application with the consent of the other parent (either in person or notarized). A birth certificate must also be provided.
- For children aged 14 to 18, deregistration is done by personal application with parental consent.
Although legislation allows children aged 14+ to apply electronically with a digital signature, this function is not yet operational in practice.
2. Changing place of residence (registration at a new address with simultaneous deregistration)
This is done by submitting a single application to the CNAP at the new address.
The new registration office notifies the previous one electronically.
Application can be submitted in person or through Diia.
Unlike ordinary deregistration, this option is available for children under 14 (submitted by parents). Children aged 14 to 18 apply independently.
Owner’s decision to deregister a person from an apartment
The owner may apply to deregister a person.
Required documents: :
- passport;
- proof of ownership;
- proof of administrative fee payment.
This option is not available via the Diia Portal.
Important restrictions:
- A co-owner cannot be deregistered without their consent;
- If parents are deregistered, their child is also deregistered;
- A child cannot be deregistered if one of the parents is the owner;
- The application must be submitted by an adult or legal representative.
Deregistration by court decision
Legislation defines an exhaustive list of court rulings based on which a person may be deregistered:
- loss of ownership or right to use housing;
- eviction;
- deregistration from place of residence;
- declaration as missing or deceased.
A copy of the court ruling with confirmation of its legal force must be attached. No administrative fee is charged.
Lawyers of Law Firm First Legal in Ukraine will collect the necessary evidence, prepare the lawsuit, represent your interests in court, and obtain a decision.
The Supreme Court of Ukraine emphasizes that deregistration is closely tied to property rights.
In a ruling dated February 19, 2020 (case №520/5442/18), the Grand Chamber stated that deregistering a person depends on resolving property ownership issues.
In a May 22, 2024 decision (case №674/1391/20), the Supreme Court noted that deregistration is only possible if the person has lost the right to use the housing or has been evicted (voluntarily or forcibly).
The plaintiff is usually the property owner, but depending on the case, it may be a local government body (for municipal housing), a lawful occupant, or a mortgagee.
Applications to declare a person missing or deceased may be submitted by family members or other interested parties if it affects their rights or interests.
By contacting the lawyers of First Legal Ukraine, you will receive a complete and detailed consultation on all aspects of deregistration, including full legal representation. Fill out the application form on our website or call us at: +38 (044) 35-35-164, +38 (067) 306-89-89, +38 (063) 45-85-448, +38 (099) 367-89-89.