Homeowners can evict former family members: how to do it legally.

Ukrainians are actively interested in the question of eviction and delisting of former family members. This is a complicated process that requires knowledge of the legislation and consideration of legal nuances. The editorial team of Noviny.LIVE explains the legal aspects of this situation.

Who is considered a former family member?

According to the Civil Code of Ukraine, family members are considered to be people who live with the homeowner, run a joint household, and have family or marital ties. However, after a divorce or termination of cohabitation, the status of a former family member may be lost.

“It is quite common that after a divorce, the question of eviction and removal of registration of a former family member, who is not the property owner, arises,” explains lawyer Iryna Naida.

This definition is key to further actions regarding eviction or removal from registration.

Eviction procedure in Ukraine

The eviction procedure or removal from registration is regulated by the Law of Ukraine 'On Freedom of Movement and Free Choice of Place of Residence'. If a person has not lived in the residential premises for more than six months without valid reasons or does not pay utility bills, the homeowner has the right to initiate eviction.

In cases where a person does not agree to voluntarily vacate, it is necessary to go to court.