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Obtaining a Criminal Record Certificate from Ukraine

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Obtaining a criminal record certificate from Ukraine

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If you need a criminal record certificate from Ukraine, I can help you obtain it through the Consulate of Ukraine in Toronto, remotely, without the need for an in-person visit. The process is completely secure, transparent, and turnkey.


Please note that this service is NOT available for male Ukrainian citizens aged 18–60! With the entry into force of the Law of Ukraine “On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of Ukraine Regarding Certain Issues of Military Service, Mobilization, and Military Registration”, men aged 18–60 can apply for a certificate only during a PERSONAL VISIT to the consulate. In addition to other documents, this category of applicants must present a printed, up-to-date military registration document, generated no earlier than 3 days prior to the visit to the consular office through the Reserv+ app. Submission of documents for criminal record certificates at the Consulate of Ukraine in Toronto is carried out without prior appointment in the e-queue, according to the following schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.


Who can obtain the certificate

A criminal record certificate is issued to:
  • Ukrainian citizens residing in Canada;
  • foreign citizens who previously lived in or were registered in Ukraine and require this document for Canadian authorities, employment, studies, or immigration.

How to obtain the certificate through the consulate

To submit your application, you must prepare the following package of documents:

1. An application form in Ukrainian indicating your exact residential address in Ukraine.
2. A copy of a valid international passport of Ukraine or of another country of which you are a citizen.
3. A prepaid envelope with your return address indicated.
4. Proof of payment of the consular fee in the amount of $40 CAD. Payment is made by money order (which can be purchased at your bank or at a Canada Post office), made payable to “Consulate General of Ukraine in Toronto.” Personal cheques, cash, or credit card payments are not accepted by the consulate.

Processing times

“Due to the excessive number of requests for the certificate, it is currently impossible to predict the processing time.” — as stated on the website of the Consulate of Ukraine.

Additionally: translation into English or French

The consulate issues the certificate on an official letterhead in English, based on information from the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine regarding criminal prosecution, the presence (or absence) of convictions, or restrictions under Ukraine’s criminal procedural law.
However, the consular seal is in Ukrainian, which means that to be used in Canada, the certificate must be translated into English or French. I can provide a certified translation of the document immediately after it is received. I am a Canadian certified translator from Ukrainian into English and French.
On the consulate’s website, everything seems simple: fill out the form, pay the fee, send the letter. But in practice, dozens of clients encounter the same issues:

What can go wrong when applying on your own

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  • Incorrectly issued Money Order.
    You can spend $40 CAD and even $80 CAD — if the payee’s name is written incorrectly. The consulate only accepts money orders strictly made out to “Consulate General of Ukraine in Toronto.” An error = rejection.
  • Documents returned due to inaccuracies.
    A single missing letter in a surname, an error in the residential address, or a missing signature will result in the return of the package without review. You will have to start the process all over again.
  • Unpredictable processing times.
    The consulate officially states:
    “The processing time for the certificate cannot currently be predicted.”
    If your application was submitted with errors, you may be waiting for months — without even knowing that your documents were not accepted.
  • Loss of money during mailing.
    Envelopes with incomplete addresses or without tracking numbers are often lost. The consulate bears no responsibility — the document disappears, and the procedure must be started again.
  • Problems with further use of the certificate.
    Although the certificate itself is printed in English, the consular seal and accompanying notes are in Ukrainian. Canadian authorities require a certified translation, otherwise the document will simply not be accepted.
Each mistake means lost time, additional expenses, and possible delays in immigration processing.

Why clients choose me

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I organize the entire process from start to finish, so you receive your certificate quickly, safely, and without visiting the consulate.
  • I am a Canadian certified translator and have been working with the Consulate of Ukraine for many years. I know all the formalities and requirements.
  • I prepare the correct document package so that the consulate accepts it the first time.
  • I monitor every stage of delivery — your originals will not be lost, and you will receive your document on time.
  • The process is entirely remote — you don’t need to travel to Toronto or wait in line.
  • Once the certificate is received, I provide a certified translation into English or French, accepted by IRCC, employers, and educational institutions.
💡 You save time, money, and effort.
I take care of everything — from the properly completed application to obtaining the final certificate and its translation, fully ready for use in Canada.
I handle the entire process remotely:

How my turnkey process works

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I will need a clear scan of your international passport.
You will need to complete and sign the application form I will send you.
Then, you will need to send me the original signed document using the printed shipping label I will provide.
I will collect the required document package and send it to the Consulate of Ukraine in Toronto.
The criminal record certificate from the consulate will be delivered to my address.
To use the certificate in Canada, it must be translated into English or French. I can provide a certified translation for you in either language.
I will send you the certificate together with its certified translation (if required) by courier.

Fees and processing times

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— My services for obtaining the certificate: $100, regardless of the number of documents.
— Consular fee: $40, plus bank fee of $10. Processing time at the consulate — starting from 1 month.
— Translation from Ukrainian: $49 per page. Processing time: 1–3 days.
— Courier delivery cost: starting from $25 per shipment. A total of 4 shipments are required (from you to me, from me to the consulate and back, and from me to you). Each shipment takes 1–3 days.

A 13% tax is added to the final total.

Example of a certificate obtained through the Consulate of Ukraine in Toronto:

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Example of a certificate obtained through the Unified State Services Portal “Diia”:

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Please note that the electronic certificate does not contain a signature or seal, which means such a certificate may not be accepted by Canadian institutions. If you have obtained such a certificate yourself through the “Diia” system, you must then submit it to the Consulate of Ukraine in Canada to have it reissued on an official consular letterhead with a signature and seal.
* DISCLAIMER
I guarantee that all my work will be completed accurately and to the fullest extent possible, based solely on the official information available from government institutions and official websites. However, I do not and cannot guarantee the actions, timelines, or performance of third-party entities such as government offices (including those processing apostilles, authentication, and legalization, such as Global Affairs, Ontario Document Services, etc.), Canada Post, courier services, Chambre des notaires du Québec (CNQ), Barreau du Québec, embassies and consulates, notaries, and lawyers. I cannot be held responsible for delays, errors, or failures on their part.
The information and services described on this page do not constitute legal advice, legal services, or legal representation as defined under the Law Society Act of Ontario. I am not a licensed lawyer, paralegal, or notary, do not represent myself as such, and am not licensed by the Law Society of Ontario.
The information provided is compiled from official sources and presented strictly “as is.” The services offered here are limited to assisting clients with translation services, document collection, form preparation, and shipping coordination.
Clients are encouraged to consult a licensed legal professional (lawyer, paralegal, or notary) in their country, province or territory for any legal advice or representation.
By using the services described on this page, clients confirm their understanding and acceptance of these terms and agree to release the service provider (including any representatives, agents, heirs, or successors) from any legal liability related to the use of these services or the information presented herein.