Free Legal Aid at Home: A New Service for Ukrainians with Disabilities.

Free Legal Aid for People with Disabilities in Ukraine

According to Novyny.live: In 2026, the Ukrainian government is offering free legal services to citizens with disabilities that can be accessed from their homes. This initiative aims to provide legal support to individuals who cannot visit a lawyer’s office on their own. A key feature of this service is that lawyers will travel directly to clients, making legal assistance much more accessible.

In 2025, 443 people used this home-visit service, showing a growing demand. For 2026, the subsistence minimum is set at 5,190 UAH, which may affect how affordable legal services are for people with disabilities. Additionally, pensions for individuals with disabilities were indexed on March 1, 2026, under government resolution No. 236, potentially improving their financial situation and ability to seek legal help.

How to Request Legal Assistance

To schedule a home visit, call the toll-free number 0 800 213 103. This free hotline provides a wide range of services, including:

• representation in court proceedings;
• obtaining restraining orders;
• cancelling court orders related to utility debts;
• applying for one-time financial aid for injuries;
• referrals to military medical commissions;
• benefits during medical treatment.

In addition, citizens can access free primary legal aid, which includes consultations on legal matters, help drafting applications, complaints, and other documents, as well as assistance in connecting with secondary legal aid and mediation services.

This state initiative is a significant step toward protecting the rights of people with disabilities and improving their access to legal resources.

Rolling out free legal services for Ukrainians with disabilities marks a major effort to safeguard their rights and freedoms. With lawyers making home visits, individuals with limited mobility can receive the support they need without extra barriers. It also reflects the government’s commitment to raising social standards and adapting the legal system to meet the needs of vulnerable groups.