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Fines of up to 17,000 UAH: Parliament is preparing tough new measures for drivers
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has announced a major overhaul of the system of penalties for breaches of the Highway Code. The new legislative initiatives provide for a strict scale of fines, which will depend on the severity of...
Ukrainians will be able to get divorced via «Diy» as early as this summer
A new service – online divorce via the «Diya» app – could be launched in Ukraine by the end of summer 2026. Deputy Minister of Justice Olga Ryabukha announced...
Officials to face fines for supporting businesses: what will change
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine is radically changing the rules of the game when it comes to state support for business. On 8 June 2026, two interrelated bills were submitted to the Verkhovna Rada,...
Buying a car will become more difficult: customs officers will tighten control over the import of used cars
The Ukrainian car market is preparing for a major tectonic shift. Starting 8 June 2026, the State Customs Service of Ukraine (SCSU) will officially launch a new large-scale pilot project,...
Ukraine introduces stricter rules for drivers with automatic recording of violations
Ukraine is introducing strict new rules for motorists covering window tinting, technical inspection and parking. An automatic system for recording violations expands control on the roads,...
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has approved new rules for booking persons liable for military service
On 30 May 2026, the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine adopted a resolution updating the procedure for reserving persons liable for military service for the period of mobilisation and wartime. The document defines the terms of revision...
Transition to electronic work record books: Pension Fund sets deadline for employees
The transition to electronic employment records is nearing completion in Ukraine. By 10 June 2026, employees and employers are encouraged to transfer their employment data to the Pension Fund of Ukraine....
Student scholarships will increase in Ukraine from September 2026
Starting 1 September 2026, student scholarships in Ukraine will increase significantly. The minimum academic scholarship for university students will double from 2000 to 4000...
The Cabinet of Ministers has updated the mechanisms of remuneration of civil servants in 2026
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has adopted Resolution No. 621, which changes the rules for setting salaries and bonuses for civil servants. The document provides for new approaches to the classification of positions and control...
Sole proprietors on maternity leave may not pay unified social contribution: what is required for exemption
Individual entrepreneurs who are on parental leave and receive appropriate state aid are exempt from paying the unified social contribution for themselves. To do this, you need to...
Simplified labour regime: what employers can do now
Ukraine continues to operate a simplified labour relations regime that allows employers and employees to determine some of the working conditions independently. In 2026, this mechanism will remain...
New rules for visits to doctors: what will change for Ukrainians from 20 May
Starting from 20 May, the rules of work of family doctors and issuing referrals will change in Ukraine. Doctors warn of a possible increase in queues.
Ukrainians have been warned about the new rules for obtaining...
New rental rules: why apartment owners risk losing control
In Ukraine, landlords cannot always evict tenants, even if they are not registered and do not pay utility bills. The Supreme Court's decision sets out new...
Taxes in Ukraine 2026: new rules for individual entrepreneurs
Taxes in Ukraine in 2026 remain one of the hottest topics for business. Against the backdrop of negotiations with the EU, budgetary needs and martial law, the government...
NBU updates foreign currency payments: new rules and codes
The National Bank of Ukraine has updated the procedure for making foreign currency payments, introducing new standards for banks and clients. The key changes include new commission codes, mandatory notification of...
Mobilisation in Ukraine 2026: rules, summonses, postponement
In 2026, mobilisation in Ukraine remains one of the key mechanisms for ensuring the country's defence capability in times of war. Legislation is regularly changed and rules are clarified, which...
