Ukraine has a domestic mechanism for insuring direct investments against war and political risks through the Export Credit Agency of Ukraine (ECA). International instruments such as MIGA and the US…

Foreign companies in Ukraine have the same core protection mechanisms as domestic businesses: rights during inspections, administrative appeals, complaints to the Business Ombudsman Council, and access to administrative courts. The…

German companies operating in Ukraine through a subsidiary or permanent establishment are generally subject to 18% corporate income tax and 20% VAT. Dividends, interest and royalties paid to Germany may…

A double taxation treaty with Ukraine can reduce or eliminate withholding tax on Ukraine-source payments. Relief requires an in-force treaty, correct income classification, a valid residence certificate before payment and,…

A work permit is obtained by the Ukrainian employer, not by the foreign employee. The State Employment Service normally decides on an initial application within seven working days, but the…

Foreign official documents submitted in Ukraine — commercial register extracts, powers of attorney, company charters, and court decisions — require authentication before Ukrainian banks, notaries, courts, or state registrars will…

Foreigners can buy residential and commercial real estate in Ukraine, as well as non-agricultural land subject to the conditions set by the Land Code of Ukraine. Agricultural land remains closed…

Foreign companies can join Ukraine’s reconstruction through public ProZorro tenders, donor-funded contracts, subcontracting, joint ventures, or direct investment. The right structure depends on the project — tax exposure, procurement eligibility,…

Foreign companies and investors can establish legal entities, hire staff, and repatriate profits in Ukraine, including under martial law. Each element of market entry — from legal structure selection to…

Foreign investors can finance Ukrainian companies and repatriate dividends during martial law, but each cross-border currency payment must be checked against the current rules of the National Bank of Ukraine….