Immigration and Residency
Work Permit Services in Lviv, Ukraine
Work permits, employer compliance, renewals and high-skilled structuring.
Who this is for
Is this the right route for you?
- Foreign professionals being hired by a Ukrainian employer
- Employers seeking to retain a non-Ukrainian specialist
- High-skilled employees needing structured employment
- Existing permit holders facing renewal or amendments
Fees
On request
Fees depend on the permit category, employment structure, and whether the matter is a new filing, amendment, or renewal. We confirm a written scope before work begins.
After the introductory call, we confirm whether the next step is a paid consultation or a written service scope.
Request a quoteWhat's included
How we help with your application.
- Work permit application drafting and submission
- Employer compliance review and HR documentation
- Permit renewal and amendments handling
- Coordination with the TRP track when applicable
Required documents
- Employer registration documents
- Foreigner's passport and certified Ukrainian translation
- Ukrainian tax identification number
- Academic or professional credentials, if relevant to the permit category
- Employment contract and job description
- Current work permit, for a timely renewal
- Certified translations of foreign documents
Realistic timeline
- 01
Document drafting
3 working days
- 02
Submission
1 working day
- 03
Decision (consideration)
Up to 7 working days
- 04
TRP follow-on (optional)
Concurrent
Client feedback
Why foreigners stay with us.
Clients on this service
“Good service from start to finish with my work permit and residency renewal for another year!”
Regarding: Work permit and residency renewal
Read the original review“West Estate made the process of getting my temporary residency permit easy and clear.”
Regarding: Temporary residence permit
Read the original review“Rostyslav and his team clearly explained the legal requirements and walked me through every step of the process.”
Regarding: LLC setup and residence
Read the original review“They helped me facilitate a charity tour across Ukraine, helping the military, and also with my residency documents.”
Regarding: Charity project and residency documents
Read the original review“They are a very helpful organization in all legal matters regarding residency and real estate.”
Regarding: Legal support
Read the original reviewFAQ
Frequently asked.
How long is a Ukrainian work permit valid?
Most permits are issued for up to two years, depending on the contract and category. Some categories can qualify for up to three years. We confirm the applicable term before filing.
Can I bring my family on a work permit?
Yes — once you hold a TRP based on your work permit, family reunification routes are available for spouses and minor children.
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Planning a long-term stay in Ukraine?
We also provide English-speaking real estate services in Lviv, from renting an apartment or house to buying residential property.
Start your case
Let's talk about Work Authorization.
A short note is enough. We reply within one business day with a practical next step.
- We confirm the scope and fee in writing after reviewing your brief.
- A named case lead coordinates the agreed scope from start to finish.
- Reply within one business day.