Components classified under Ukrainian law as military goods or dual-use goods generally require an import permit from the State Service of Export Control of Ukraine (SSEC of Ukraine). During martial law, specific goods expressly listed by the Cabinet of Ministers…

Ukraine’s electricity market operates through six main segments, while renewable energy projects are shaped by grid connection, state-support, licensing and auction rules. Ukrenergo is the certified transmission system operator (TSO) and a full ENTSO-E member since 1 January 2024. Before…

Importing goods into Ukraine requires customs clearance before goods can enter free circulation. The process covers filing a customs declaration, verifying tariff classification and customs value, and paying import duty, VAT and, where applicable, excise. Goods of Ukrainian or EU…

Under Law No. 808-IX “On Defence Procurement”, foreign and Ukrainian companies of all ownership forms may participate in defence procurement in Ukraine on equal legal terms. In practice, the route depends on what is supplied: non-secret, non-weapons items follow the…

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 International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) may supplement this protection following…

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 correct response depends on the authority and the type of…

PUBLIC PROCUREMENT IN UKRAINE UNDER NEW RULES WORK PERMIT IN UKRAINE FOR FOREIGN COMPANIES TAXES FOR GERMAN COMPANIES IN UKRAINE DOUBLE TAX TREATIES WITH UKRAINE FOR FOREIGN COMPANIES BIOMETHANE IN UKRAINE UNDER THE 2035 PROGRAMME

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 benefit from the reduced rates under the applicable 1995 treaty…

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, where the treaty article requires it, confirmation of beneficial ownership….

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 company should first confirm whether the employee falls within a…