Black certificate in 2025 — what kind of document is it and how to obtain it.

Ukrainian families of combatants and families of fallen defenders receive benefits from the state. In their favor, issuers provide what is called a 'black' certificate, which offers discounts on various services.

Who receives the 'black' certificate

This certificate is received by the family members of military personnel who died not during combat situations. The Law of Ukraine 'On Social and Legal Protection of Military Personnel' establishes the right to obtain this document for the parents, spouses, children, and other relatives of fallen military personnel.

• Parents
• Married children
• Children with disabilities
• Children whose both parents have died or gone missing

What benefits can be obtained with the 'black' certificate

Holders of the 'black' certificate have the right to discounts on utility services, sanatorium-resort treatment, and free transport in public transport.

How to obtain the 'black' certificate

A representative of the family of the fallen military should submit an application to the relevant institution along with documents that confirm the death during military service.

Children of 'black' certificate holders also have the right to a number of benefits, such as sanatorium-resort treatment and free transport in municipal transport.

Families of military personnel who died not during combat actions have the right to a 'black' certificate, which allows them to receive various benefits from the state. These benefits include discounts on services of utility companies, sanatorium-resort treatment, and free transport in public transport. To obtain the certificate, an application with the relevant documents must be submitted to the appropriate institution.