Ukrainians will change registration rules in 2025: who will lose registration.

Registration, or residence registration, in Ukraine is an official confirmation of where a person lives. The procedure for canceling registration is an official process in which the entry of a specific residence in the state register is canceled. This can only be done on legal grounds.

The editorial office of Novyny.LIVE explains how registration will be canceled in August 2025.

Who can initiate the cancellation of registration

The entire process is regulated by the Law of Ukraine 'On Freedom of Movement and Free Choice of Place of Residence'. The right to initiate the process of canceling registration belongs to the owner of the property or government authorities.

In cases where it involves forced removal from registration, the decision is made based on documents or a court decision. The procedure can also be initiated by representatives of housing and maintenance organizations if a person has lost the right to use the property.

Reasons for removing residence registration

Common reasons include:

• change of residence by the owner or tenant;
• loss of ownership or use of the property;
• court decision on eviction;
• death of the individual;
• detection of false information during registration.

Lawyers emphasize that without legal grounds, it is impossible to remove a person from registration.

'If the owner tries to unregister a person who has legal grounds to reside there, this can be challenged in court,' explains lawyer Tetiana Petryk.

What documents are needed for cancellation of registration

To carry out the procedure, the owner or an authorized person must submit the following documents to the CNAP or registration authority:

• passport or ID card of the applicant;
• document confirming ownership of the property;
• application for removal from registration;
• court decision or other document confirming the grounds.

If it involves removal without the person's consent, a court decision or an official document from a government agency is mandatory.

How the registration cancellation procedure works

The process consists of several stages:

1. Submission of application and documents.
2. Verification of grounds by the registration authority.
3. Decision making and changes made in the register.
4. Issuance of a certificate of removal from registration to the applicant.

The procedure usually takes from 1 to 3 working days, but in cases involving a court decision, the process may take several weeks.

Features of forced removal from registration

Forced removal is possible only after proving in court that a person has lost the right to use the property. For example, if a person has not lived in the apartment for a long time without valid reasons, or if the tenant violated the terms of the contract.

Lawyers advise owners to act cautiously to avoid accusations of human rights violations.

'Even if a person has moved out a long time ago, they may still have legal grounds for residence. Incorrect actions by the owner may lead to prolonged legal proceedings,' notes Petryk.

What are the risks of canceling registration

After removal from registration, a person loses the right to use the property and may also lose access to certain social services tied to their place of residence.

In cases involving minors, the procedure has additional restrictions: a child can only be removed from registration after registering at a new address.

How to protect your rights during registration cancellation

If you receive a notice of intent to remove you from registration, it is important to respond promptly. You need to check the grounds, gather evidence of the right to use the property, and, if necessary, consult a lawyer. You can challenge an unlawful removal in court.

It should be noted that, according to legislation, there remain certain categories of citizens who cannot be deprived of registration without meeting specific conditions.

There is also a common misconception that residence registration in Ukraine automatically grants the right to inheritance, which is false. In fact, registration is not a basis for obtaining a share of real estate. It may be significant, but in other aspects of inheritance law.