It is important for all men abroad to have information about updates on obtaining consular services in the CCC. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs clarified that the provision of consular services to men of draft age has been temporarily suspended. However, after the law on mobilization comes into force, they will be able to obtain the necessary documents. This information is published on the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Starting April 24, Ukrainian diplomats have temporarily suspended accepting applications for consular assistance for men aged 18 to 60. Regarding consular services currently permitted, this includes processing documents required for return to Ukraine.
According to the clarification, the suspension of consular services is a temporary measure necessary to resolve issues related to the military registration of men of mobilization age.
The ministry adds that diplomatic missions will fully consider and process applications submitted by April 23. The restriction was introduced due to the possible exceeding of the deadline for considering applications before the relevant law comes into force.
“We are trying to protect citizens from situations where the provision of services is not possible,” the department emphasizes.
After May 18, men of military age who have updated their military registration data at the CCC will again have access to consular services. A mechanism for updating personal data for men abroad is currently being developed.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba responded to the information about the termination of services for men subject to military service. He emphasized that being abroad does not exempt a citizen from his obligations to his homeland and reminded of the need to update personal data in the Central Register of Civil Service before the adoption of new mobilization legislation.
