Issue a power of attorney to receive a pension, social benefits or documents in Ukraine

Power of attorney to receive a pension, social benefits or documents in Ukraine — issued in the United Kingdom

Do you live in the United Kingdom and are unable to personally contact the authorities in Ukraine? In this case, the best solution would be to issue a power of attorney to receive a pension, social benefits or official documents in Ukraine.

Consultant Law Firm specialises in preparing such powers of attorney for Ukrainian citizens and provides services in the United Kingdom — in London, Manchester, Birmingham and remotely throughout the country.

How to issue a power of attorney to receive a pension in Ukraine while in the United Kingdom

Many citizens living in the United Kingdom are entitled to a state pension or social benefits in Ukraine but are unable to receive them themselves due to distance or health reasons. In this case, it is necessary to draw up a power of attorney for another person — a relative, lawyer or social worker.

We will help you:

• draft the text of the power of attorney in Ukrainian in accordance with the requirements of the Pension Fund of Ukraine, social security authorities or banks;
• certify the signature with a notary or solicitor in the United Kingdom;
• apostille the document for its recognition in Ukraine;
• (if necessary) translate the English version and arrange delivery to Ukraine.

Power of attorney to receive social benefits, compensation or benefits

If you receive or plan to receive social assistance, disability benefits, child benefits, compensation for loss of property or other state benefits in Ukraine, your case can be handled by a representative.

A power of attorney issued in the United Kingdom and prepared by our law firm allows the representative to:

• contact social protection authorities;
• submit and collect documents;
• receive payments at banks or through post offices;
• file appeals, applications, and petitions.

We will ensure the legal accuracy of the wording and select a list of powers that is truly effective in the Ukrainian context.

Power of attorney to obtain documents in Ukraine: fast, official, without leaving the country

Do you need to obtain a certificate, extract, testimony, court decision or archival document in Ukraine, but are unable to travel there in person? Have a notarised power of attorney drawn up in the UK, which will allow your representative to act on your behalf.

Consultant offers full legal support:

• preparation of the text of the power of attorney for the civil registry office, the Centre for Administrative Services, the court, the bank, the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the State Migration Service, etc.;
• an individual approach to each situation;
• apostille at the FCDO and instructions for the representative in Ukraine.

Don't put off important matters because of distance — we will help you draw up a power of attorney that will be officially valid in Ukraine without any obstacles.