Registration in Ukraine does not grant housing rights: what rights does a registered person have.

Ukrainian registration is not a guarantee of ownership of housing, but only a confirmation of a person's residence. The law allows a person with registration to live in the relevant housing and not to be evicted without certain grounds.

Rights granted by registration

Registration guarantees the right to reside, which is especially important for children and individuals without their own housing. However, it does not permit the disposal of property without the owner's consent.

'Since December 1, 2021, the owner of private housing can submit an application to deregister a person without their agreement. However, this does not affect their right to reside. In some cases, judicial resolution may be needed' - said lawyer Roman Simutin

Insignificance of registration for ownership

Registration does not confirm ownership of housing; this can only be done through official documents, such as an extract from the State Register of Rights or a sales contract.

'Being registered does not mean being an owner. This is only possible with written documentary confirmation of ownership' - emphasized lawyer Roman Simutin

Procedure for deregistering a person from an apartment

The owner of the housing is allowed to initiate the deregistration of a person, especially in cases where they are not actually residing in the apartment. This process can be carried out through the court.

A person with registration can voluntarily deregister at the center for providing administrative services or refuse, which will complicate the situation and may lead to a court resolution.