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Ukraine Bars Men With Dual Citizenship Or Foreign Residence From Leaving Country


Under the current martial law, Ukrainian men from 18 to 60 years of age are not allowed to leave the country.
Under the current martial law, Ukrainian men from 18 to 60 years of age are not allowed to leave the country.

Ukrainian men of conscription age who hold dual citizenship or foreign permanent residence permits are not allowed to leave the country as of June 1, Andriy Demchenko of Ukraine's State Border Service said on Telegram. Under the current martial law, Ukrainian men from 18 to 60 years of age are not allowed to leave the country. Kyiv does not recognize dual nationality and regards citizens who hold dual citizenship as Ukrainian nationals. "Before, we allowed dual citizens or Ukrainians with permanent residence abroad to leave the country, but not anymore," he said. To read the original story by RFE/RL's Ukrainian Service, click here.

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