The suspension of the provision of consular services to Ukrainians of military age living abroad is due to preparations for new mobilization rules, the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine reported on April 23.
The department’s statement states that this measure was designated as temporary, necessary to resolve military registration issues within the framework of the entry into force of the mobilization law. It should be noted that after May 18, when the new law comes into force, the provision of consular services will resume, but in accordance with the updated requirements.
At this time, the statement highlights, a coordination process between departments is underway, at the end of which the appropriate clarifications and instructions will be provided.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmitry Kuleba explained that the decision to suspend services was dictated by attempts by men of military age to avoid mobilization. It is also reported that due to “technical failure”As of April 23, Ukrainians cannot obtain foreign passports outside the country; The date for the resumption of service has not yet been specified.
Recall that the Verkhovna Rada tightened the rules of mobilization on April 11, including a ban on using consular services abroad for men who have not updated their military registration documents. The innovations are supposed to encourage men of draft age who are abroad to register for military service or return to their home country. This led to long queues at consulates in December 2023, as well as incidents of fights during long waits.
Source: Rossa Primavera
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