The admission process consists of 5 easy steps to make it fast and comfortable to complete. The dedicated team Edugain Overseas always aims to provide the best services for international students, so if you have any questions or struggle with any problems, you can always contact us via email or phone. 

Please check the steps of Admission and inform us in case you have any questions left:

Step 1. Apply Online

As soon as you choose a suitable study course at Ukrainian University— you can easily apply online by filling in the online application form on our website. You can also send us the following documents by email. 

The documents you need to provide in order to get an Admission Confirmation Letter are as follows: 

• Copy of International Passport or ID Card (should be valid for at least 2 years)
• Copy of  High School Certificate with a transcript
• Copy of Bachelor’s/Master’s degree with transcript (for Master’s/Postgraduate/Ph.D. applicants only)
• Filled Application Form 

The evaluation of your documents will take approximately 2 working days. As soon as your documents are evaluated, we will provide you with the Admission Confirmation and Acceptance Letter. 

Step 2. Get an Invitation Letter

In order to get the Invitation Letter you will need to cover the Invitation Letter Fee. After the Invitation Letter Fee is received your documents will be submitted to the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine to issue an Invitation Letter. It takes approximately 7-10 working days to get the Invitation Letter. Please note that the courier charges are included in the Invitation Letter Fee. We will keep you updated regarding the whole process and will answer any of your questions during a time of waiting. 

Step 3. Obtain a VISA 

After getting an Invitation Letter you will have to contact the Ukrainian Embassy in your country. To get your Student VISA approved you will have to prepare the following documents:  

• Original International Passport (minimum valid for one year);
• Original Invitation Letter from Ukrainian University;
• Secondary school certificate (attested by Ministry of Education and Ministry of Foreign Affairs); 
• Birth certificate (attested by Ministry of Foreign Affairs); 
• Filled Application Form on the website http://visa.mfa.gov.ua/;
• Bank statement for 3 months. Should cover 1-year expenses mentioned in the Admission Letter and living costs. If the bank statement is not in the Student’s name, there should be an attached Sponsorships Certificate with the photo of ID proof of the Sponsor. The name of the sponsor should be identical to each document;
• Medical insurance which covers 30 000 euros and is valid until the visa expiry date (for 3 months); 
• 4 photos, size 3.5 x 4.5. 

We will provide you with all the necessary documentation for your Visa Process as well as effective tips for your interview. Once your Student Visa is done you shall cover your First Year Complete Fee and get ready to head to Kyiv. 

Step 4. Arrive in Ukraine

The International Office of Edugain Overseas informs the Migration Service of Ukraine with an official letter about your arrival at the airport. During the Migration Clearance, the Migration Service verifies if the official representative mentioned in your official letter is meeting you. 

While passing the border control you will be asked several questions and you should explain which university you are going to, which faculty you’ve entered, and who is picking you up at the airport. Make sure you have enough money to cover your daily purchases and enough money for personal use. 

Please note that if international student doesn’t inform us about their arrival in advance, they will be deported back to their country. In case you do not inform us about your arrival and the representative is not at the airport to receive you, you will be deported to your home country according to the rules and regulations of the Immigration authorities of Ukraine.

Step 5. Start the Classes 

As soon as you arrive in Kyiv you should provide us with all the documents and receipts you have to finalize the registration process. The staff of the Edugain Overseas will assist you with the Registration Process within 1-3 working days and you will be able to start your classes immediately. 

 * Please mind that there are slight differences in the admission process to each University, which will be discussed individually upon each student’s admission.