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Below, the lawyers of Zilver Law Firm answer the most frequent questions from our international clients about purchasing apartments in Kyiv and other cities of Ukraine.

Can a Foreigner Buy an Apartment in Ukraine?

Yes. Ukrainian legislation imposes no restrictions on foreign citizens acquiring residential real estate (apartments, houses). You can buy, own, sell, or inherit property on the same terms as Ukrainian citizens.

Ready-Made Apartment or New Build: What to Choose?

You can purchase either a ready-made apartment or one at the construction stage:

Our recommendation: If you choose a new build, be sure to order a legal due diligence of the developer before signing any documents. We have encountered situations where the same apartment was sold twice or construction took place on land not owned by the developer.

Buy as an Individual or Through a Company?

It depends on your goals:

Tax nuance for 2026: Rental income for individuals is taxed at 18% tax + 5% military levy. Corporate profits are taxed at 18%, but all expenses are deductible.

Step-by-Step Guide: How a Foreigner Buys an Apartment in Ukraine

Step 1. Property Selection

Find a reliable realtor. Once a suitable apartment is found, do not rely solely on the agent’s word.

Step 2. Legal Due Diligence (The Most Important Step!)

Order a professional legal verification of the apartment and developer/seller:

• Is the seller the true owner?

• Are there any hidden encumbrances, liens, or court disputes?

• For new builds: does the developer have all permits? Is the land title clean?

🔍 Zilver Service: We conduct a full due diligence and provide a risk assessment report in Ukrainian or English.

Step 3. Obtaining a Tax Number (RNOKPP)

Every property buyer must have a Ukrainian individual tax identification number. Our lawyers can assist in obtaining a Ukrainian tax number remotely: the foreigner does not need to come to Ukraine for this.

Step 4. Opening a Bank Account

Opening a bank account in Ukraine requires the buyer’s personal presence. However, in some cases, it is possible to manage without opening a bank account — everything depends on the individual circumstances, which should be discussed with lawyers and the seller. A bank account can be opened in any city of Ukraine.

Step 5. Document Preparation

You will need:

• International passport (with notarized translation into Ukrainian)

• Tax number certificate

• Marriage certificate (if applicable, with translation)

• Power of attorney (if you cannot be present in person)

Our lawyers will advise you and help gather the complete package of required documents.

Step 6. Signing the Agreement Before a Notary

The real estate purchase-sale agreement must be notarized. The notary:

• Verifies identities and ownership rights

• Controls the payment of all taxes and fees

• Registers the ownership right in the State Register of Property Rights (instantly, electronically)

✅ The buyer’s personal presence before the notary is not required: under a power of attorney, our lawyers can sign the agreement on behalf of the buyer.

Step 7. Payment of Taxes and Fees

Typical expenses when purchasing (about 2–3% of the apartment’s value):

• Notary fee (state duty + technical work)

• State registration fee

• Pension Fund levy (1% for apartments)

Can a Foreigner Rent Out an Apartment in Ukraine?

Yes, certainly. You can freely lease out your property.

Is the Apartment Considered Joint Marital Property?

Under Ukrainian family and civil law, yes — if you are married, the apartment is considered joint property of both spouses, unless otherwise provided by a marriage contract.

If you are purchasing the apartment solely in your name, ensure that your spouse is not required to sign the agreement (the notary will verify this).

Can a Foreigner Freely Sell an Apartment in Ukraine?

Yes. There are no restrictions on sale for foreigners. You can sell the property at any time to any buyer (Ukrainian or foreign). The proceeds can be transferred abroad subject to standard currency control rules (the purchase-sale agreement will be required).

Why Choose Zilver for Property Purchase?

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This result was achieved following a set of coordinated legal measures. In particular, the client’s trademark was recorded in the Customs Register of Ukraine, which enabled the customs authorities to block the import of counterfeit goods (the importer had no right to use the protected trademark). In addition, the Commercial Court of Kyiv issued an order securing the claim by prohibiting customs clearance of the relevant goods.

Thanks to the consistent efforts of Zilver Law Firm’s lawyers, these measures prompted the opposing party to initiate negotiations on an amicable resolution of the dispute.

As a result of negotiations conducted with the participation of our lawyers, the parties entered into an amicable settlement, the claim was left without consideration, and the interim measures were lifted.

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The transaction was structured in such a way that the buyer did not need to be personally present at the notary’s office — all documents were executed on the basis of a duly issued power of attorney.

Our team ensured the legal integrity of the transaction and the proper registration of the corporate changes.

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Within the scope of the project, the applicable regulatory framework of the European Union, as well as the existence of analogous provisions in Ukrainian legislation, were analyzed, as these may significantly affect the format of cooperation between an international company and Ukrainian enterprises.

As a result of the advisory, the client received up-to-date legal recommendations enabling it to choose an optimal, secure, and compliant format of cooperation with Ukrainian counterparties in accordance with the requirements of EU and Ukrainian law.

Zilver Law Firm provides legal support to international companies in matters related to market entry into Ukraine, corporate and commercial law, international projects, and cross-border regulation.

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This was preceded by the inclusion of our clients’ trademarks in the special customs register, the submission to the customs authorities of an application to extend the suspension period for the customs clearance of the goods, and the initiation of court proceedings.

As a result, the Commercial Court of the City of Kyiv issued a ruling prohibiting the customs clearance of the goods until the dispute regarding the existence of an infringement of our client’s intellectual property rights is resolved.

Further news about this case are here:

Commercial Dispute Resolved by Amicable Settlement (February 2026).

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