Start A Business In Ukraine
A new commerce opportunity can be exciting, but it’s essential to know the legal entities available to start a business in Ukraine. A few different types of companies and organizations one might incorporate are Private Entrepreneur, Limited Liability Company, Joint Stock Company, and Joint Venture. We provide information on these legal entity topics, as general information and not legal advice, when determining the founding of your own company.
Why Start A Business In Ukraine?
Starting a business in Ukraine can be smart for entrepreneurs looking to expand their ventures internationally.
- Ukraine offers a range of benefits, including a strategic location at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, a highly skilled labor force, and favorable tax policies that can help businesses save on expenses.
- Ukraine has made significant strides in recent years to improve its business environment, with measures such as reducing bureaucracy and improving access to financing.
- The cost of doing business in Ukraine is relatively low compared to other European countries, making it an attractive option for startups looking to keep costs down while still accessing the European market.
- Starting a business in Ukraine can provide opportunities for growth and success in an emerging market with plenty of potential for innovation and expansion.
Solution: See if you qualify for company registration in Ukraine today!
Business Support in Ukraine
If you are looking for business services and support in Ukraine, then look no further. We have what it takes to get your company off the ground and running with executive assistants who can assist with meetings or translation needs when traveling abroad. Our specialty is document apostilles for expediting the paperwork for marriage licenses, student transcripts, and shipping office machines at customs declarations desks, to name a few.
We offer Russian and Ukrainian to English translation and interpretation services in business meetings and board rooms for deal negotiations and mergers. We translate words from one language into another (our expertise is English to Ukrainian) and help ensure all information is correct by checking context clues.
The list goes on because we offer many specialized professionals depending on your stringent business demands.
Problem: Doing business in Ukraine can be complicated if you don’t have help from locals.
It takes time to set up an office, hire staff, and find reliable and trustworthy suppliers. The process of setting up your entrepreneurial and executive demands requires you to deal with banks and government agencies that don’t always speak English or keep regular working hours. Without the proper support in place, you could waste valuable time figuring out how things work instead of focusing on growing your business.
We assist executives and entrepreneurs operating companies in Ukraine by implementing seasoned professionals into needed operational roles, helping with most mission-critical projects and tasks, including office space acquisition, executive assistants (virtual or local), and interpreters for face-to-face meetings with clients or partners from all over the world. We also offer document translation services to communicate effectively in their language when doing business abroad; we handle everything from contracts to marketing materials and most anything that needs translating.
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Expand Your Business In Ukraine
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Executive Assistants
Executive Assistants
The modern workplace is fast-paced, your business needs someone in charge, and you can’t do it alone! That’s where executive assistants come into the operations process.
They’re prepared to help with everything from paperwork for clients or deliveries any time of the day until it’s time for a lunch break (or even until midnight). A good assistant has an eye on what everyone else needs before asking themself, “does this need matter right now?”
Remember, success starts by taking care of all aspects of the project management and daily to-do list, so trustworthy associates leave no task unattended.
Notary
Accounting & bookkeeping
Tax reporting and payment
Employee & contractor recruiting
Business technology leasing & sales (computers, laptops, tablets, displays, phones, SIM cards, office equipment)
Personal Assistants
Personal Assistants
Deluxe personal assistants to help you with airport pickup and dropoff, apartment rental bookings, and shopping for flowers after meeting that special Ukrainian lady!
We have drivers by the day or week for traveling to and from business events and when needed.
Forget a mobile SIM card at the airport? We’ve got you covered for your communication needs with mobile phone SIM cards so you can use your iPhone or Android while visiting Ukraine.
Did you forget dinner reservations again? We’ll get you booked at the best places in any large metropolitan Ukraine city, featuring delicious cuisine and aesthetically pleasing environments.
Take time off from busy meetings and conference calls and enjoy the cultural highlights of Ukraine. Book a tour guide service that will show off Kyiv, Lviv, or Odesa, settle in for a limo tour, or perhaps a helicopter tour high above the city so you can take pictures and video as if you are a drone pilot.
When you’re on the go, it’s hard to be perfect. That is why we offer a wide variety of professional personal assistant services that will take care of all your travel needs from one convenient location.
We’ve got apartment rental bookings for extended stays in cities around Ukraine or even outside the border of Ukraine territory.
We only employ bilingual assistants, so don’t hesitate to contact us to be your chaperone around the city. There’s no better way to experience Ukraine than relying on us. We’ve got everything covered.
Airport pickup & dropoff
Apartment rental bookings
Drivers by the day or week
Flowers ordering and delivery
Food and Grocery Shopping & Delivery
Gift Shopping & Delivery
Hotel reservations
Limousine service booking
Mobile phone SIM cards
Restaurant reservations
Tour guide, city guide, city tour organization
Co-working and Remote Working
Office Space
Company office space locators are for office managers, attorneys, or business people requiring a professional edge and looking to expand operations in Ukraine. We provide personalized service that includes space acquisition and advising on using your office floor plans and meeting room space.
Acquisition of virtual addresses is critical to online business operations, so you can maintain professionalism from anywhere at any time without being limited by geographical location. We are proud to offer specific professional website developers, search engine optimization experts, and digital marketing consultants our services for Google My Business listings and Google Business Profiles to get that local SEO edge and rank in the map pack).
Co-working spaces are perfect if team members in the company have specific working hours and may have an easier time accomplishing what needs to be executed with this type of arrangement while not sacrificing too much personal creativity.
Office space acquisition
Virtual business address
Virtual office
Co-working space
Meeting space locator
Remote working consulting
Interpreters & Translators
Interpreters and Translators
Interpretation and translation of languages are vital for any business function that involves communication, which is all of them. These specialized professionals translate one language into another, which can be helpful in many different situations, including business processes or even personal relationships.
It is vital to find an interpreter/translator who has accurate speech recognition skills and knowledge of cultural sensitivities when working with clients from other countries. This way, you will have less chance of making wrong interpretations during a critical moment in a negotiation.
Board meetings
Board room negotiations
Celebrations
Consultations
Dating
Delegations
Executive compensation package negotiation
Exhibitions
Interpreting at company meetings
Interpreting of dating
Interpreting of formal and informal meetings
Interpreting of training seminars and conferences
Interviews
Medical consultations
Mergers
Phone conferences
Presentations
Press Conferences
Remote Interpreting
Tour guides
Translator for dating service
Translator for marriage agency
Travel excursions
Video conferences
Virtual Meeting Moderator
Document Translation
Civil documents
Specific translations
Certified translations
There are many reasons to seek out translation services. You might need documents translated for international marriage, or you may be translating certificates of no criminal record from one country into another to apply for your desired job position with ease.
We offer a wide range of services covering civil and notarized copies, legal translations like transcripts or diplomas for college degrees, and even divorce decrees with jurisdiction over some areas, including child custody agreements.
Whether the case is regarding business meetings and board room negotiations, our team can provide fast quality translations across most languages (specifically Russia and Ukrainian to English) as live interpreters.
We can issue certified seal documents such as that those that come equipped with their jurisdiction encompassing child custody agreements depending upon where they’re being given; this type-of certificate comes standard.
Civil Documents
Academic transcripts
Background check
Birth certificate
Civil Registry
Criminal record
Death certificate
Diploma
Divorce decree
Doctoral degree
Marriage license
Masters degree
Medical certificates
Power of attorney
Travel passport
Specific Translations
Legal
Literary
Regulatory
Technical
Certified Translations
Certification with Seal
Notarial certification
Notarized copy
Document Apostille
It is essential to know the different types of document apostilles. There are several common apostille categories, which include:
1. Diplomatic Credential (which can be found on an international ID card like a passport or driver’s license).
2. Public Register Certificate.
3. Personal Appearance certificate issued by local authorities that require someone’s presence in their country who does not have citizenship there already.
4. Commercial Type-approval Document is used when ships enter port areas worldwide where they need permission before leaving again with goods aboard. These allow customs officers to onboard over any other traffic heading outbound, so nothing gets missed out due to potential delays at sea.
The apostille certification stamp is set on any legal or religious paper that needs authentication from abroad in countries where notarization isn’t enough to ensure authenticity. An apostille has the credibility to the document’s authenticity with just one signature, stamp, and official seal.
Certification stamp and agency seals
Delivery anywhere in the world via email, cloud storage, or pickup
Apostille notary
Apostille translation
Birth certificate
Certificate of no criminal record from police department
Diploma and Academic transcripts
Divorce decree
Document preparation consultation
Fiscal Services documents
Foreign documents outside of Ukraine
Marriage license
Masters degree and Doctoral PhD
Ministry of Health and other government authority documents
Pension
Text Content Localization
Game localization
Software localization
Website localization
With text content localization services for game translation, you can translate the localized version of your game in different countries and for computers (PC, Mac, and Linux), console games such as Xbox and PlayStation, and virtual reality (VR) simulation for an immersive experience.
Software localization of mobile apps or desktop programs to ensure they are region-free across all major languages. Furthermore, software content localization translators can help with product launches so that customers worldwide have access to purchase goods from your store no matter where they live.
For eCommerce businesses looking at expanding internationally with an online storefront where customers worldwide will be able to search by language (or even dialect), multilingual websites might make sense, especially if they already provide custom order fulfillment systems that take into account differing customs.
Reasons You Need Business Support Services
You’re tired of working long hours, and you want to spend more time with your family.
Imagine having a personal assistant who can do all the work keeping you from growing your business. You’ve tried hiring a virtual assistant before, but it never worked for you. The time cost of doing business includes:
- Managing social media accounts.
- Administrative tasks like scheduling appointments.
- Sending emails, business development.
- Board meetings.
- Negotiations.
Your new business support assistants will also help you manage your time so that you can focus on what matters most, generating revenue and closing deals.
Our business support services are an affordable way to hire a dedicated team of experts ready to take over all those tedious tasks so that you have more time for what’s important, growing your business.
What are you waiting for?
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Attention: Need help with your business? Are you looking for a way to grow your company?
We understand that running a business can be difficult, so we’re here to take some of the pressure off of your shoulders. Our team is ready and willing to handle all aspects of your time management difficulties, so you don’t have to. We can do it all, and we do.
Professionally administered business support services are comprised of a team of expert assistants who are ready to take on your most challenging tasks. We’re here to make sure you can focus on scaling your business. Whether it’s managing projects, scheduling meetings, or organizing travel plans, we’ll be there for you every step of your trip. And if you ever need anything else, just let us know!
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FAQs About Business Support In Ukraine
Why do I need business support in Ukraine?
You may need business support to help with time-consuming tasks and integrating in to Ukraine’s business culture. Things are done much differently in Ukraine and you will see why we say this. Some of the main reason why you need business support include tax payments, international tax accounting, transactional and quarterly accounting, translators and interpreters, airport pickup and dropoff, and short-term executive assistance.
How long is business support process?
The minimum length of business support engagement with us is four (4) hours.
What is the cost of business support?
Depending on what type of support services are required, the cost begins at €20 per hour and up to €100 per hour, and more.
Legal Support in Ukraine
We support you in the best way we know how. No matter what country you are from, type of dispute, or business obligations, our team of Ukrainian attorneys and international legal assistance partners is here for travelers in Ukraine.
For those who need help with any problem related to business or personal life; whether it’s migration-related, visas, residence cards, marriage to Ukrainian citizens, or opening a company on the territory of Ukraine, expertise is what’s required to get the job completed efficiently and with the anticipated outcome.
Our list of legal consulting includes:
- Real Estate & Investment support
- Company formation
- Limited Liability Company (LLC)
- Private Entrepreneur (PE)
- Work permit
- Tax ID
- Open business bank account
- Court pleadings support
- Monthly legal retainer
- Power-of-attorney (PoA)
- Legal consulting for visa applications
- Legal guidance on invitations to Ukraine
- Legal help with residence permit applications
Why Hire a Lawyer in Ukraine?
Problem: The legal system in Ukraine is complex and hard to navigate. Many people need help with their business or entry applications, but don’t know where to turn.
We are a team of experienced English-speaking legal staff and attorneys who provide comprehensive legal support services for foreigners migrating to and living in Ukraine. Our clients include investors, entrepreneurs, executives, students, and tourists from the United States, Canada, the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and Europe.
We can handle everything related to starting your new life or business in Ukraine, including company registration (LLC), work permits, visa applications, and foreign trade operations. We also offer investment consulting services for local properties and commercial real estate deals throughout Ukraine.
Solution: Get legal support from Ukrainian attorneys today!
Protect Your Business In Ukraine With Legal Support
Legal support services for businesses and professionals doing operating in Ukraine.
Starting at 1 hour
Company formation
Our dependable legal assistance offers innovative and responsible ways to form your own company legally for private entrepreneurs and Limited liability companies with all the necessary tools needed from start-up planning through financing opportunities or real estate investments.
Ukraine is experiencing an incredible growth rate because they have implemented many beneficial reforms that make doing business more accessible than ever before.
Are you interested in setting up a new business? We are ready and willing to provide the necessary advisory services, including advice on how best to structure the legal entity, corporate rights for your LLC, and drafting minutes protocol of meetings.
Additionally, our team will assist by providing nominal addresses, which would act until a physical office space is ready upon request, advising directors about employment concerns like visas and work permits if applicable, and assisting with temporary residence permit applications.
Drafting bilingual charter documents in Ukrainian and English versions are available upon request.
We offer expert advice on coordination between your company and government agencies so that they are registered within the shortest possible time.
Many factors determine the duration of time it takes to complete the company formation process. Two highly time-consuming aspects of this process are notarial certifications and document translations to the Ukrainian language.
For these two reasons alone, it’s highly advisable to seek legal help and execute a power of attorney to shorten the time needed for company formation and registration.
Real estate investment support
The introduction of the real estate industry in Ukraine has been growing steadily. In a country with natural resources and a fast-growing economy, investing in property is an attractive way to secure one’s assets for future generations while looking at current market trends that show there’s never been more demand than now.
For foreign investors, legal support services for property acquisition activities include providing you access to local attorneys who specialize in assisting international property purchases and can help ensure your investments run smoothly without worrying about the risks involved.
When first starting as an investor, the main task would be protecting funds from any possible damages or issues before they become losses by using professionals like ours.
Power-of-attorney (PoA)
Power of attorney can simplify the process when you need to handle business transactions that are too complicated or time-consuming for yourself.
You’ve been to the notary and experienced how much time notarial certification stamps require and getting the documents translated into Ukrainian; this is a drain on your time resources.
When someone else takes care of your needs with power of attorney, you’ll be able to do everything much more manageable, faster, and efficiently. With this legal document, you can delegate the responsibility of significant business transactions such as real estate investments or company formations.
Monthly legal retainer and court pleadings
Monthly retainers can include court pleadings related to corporate law and M&A international trade, representation in the ICAC at the UCCI Dispute Resolution, real estate investment and land law, intellectual property rights, employment immigration contract litigation, and migration law across Ukraine.
Monthly retainer legal teams provide high-quality representation for the most complex or straightforward cases. Expertise spans a wide range of corporate disputes and foreign trade arbitrage agreements made abroad between two companies doing business across international borders.
Ukraine work permit application
The process of obtaining a work permit in Ukraine can be complicated, but it is worth the wait when you finally get one. If this sounds like something that would be of interest, look no further than our legal team with experience handling Ukraine work permit applications.
Ukraine tax identification registration
Ukraine is a country with many opportunities for entrepreneurs. The Ukrainians are tough, hard-working, always on the go, and require financial accountability regarding taxes and quarterly payments to the Pension Fund of Ukraine. That’s why you may need legal representation when obtaining a tax ID to avoid any future problems or delays that could affect your company’s success. Don’t risk anything less than the best possible outcome.
Ukraine tax ID is a legal need after company formation. We’re here for you with your needs regarding Ukraine’s complex regulation process in today’s competitive market environment to operate successfully without unnecessary tax ID application pressures.
Open business bank account in Ukraine
Opening a business bank account in Ukraine requires a corporate or personal identity card registered in Ukraine and possibly your home country. Additionally, company formation documents with the correct tax classification and your company’s registration number are necessary before you can collect payments for your company in a Ukrainian bank account.
A team of professionals handling banking needs will help get everything set up in the bank account application package. All that remains is filling out some paperwork with a banking representative, and we’ll make sure things go smoothly from start to finish.
Legal consulting for visa applications
Legal consulting for visa applications in Ukraine is an excellent way to ensure you have all the necessary documentation ready for the visa application package filled out with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine.
The benefits of hiring qualified experts when preparing your visa application far outweigh the cost involved. One wrong application mishap can be grounds for denial, and we make sure that doesn’t happen when applying for short-term and long-term transit visas.
Legal consultants who specialize in visa applications help people like yourself day-in-and-day-out. The consultants are specialists who prepare your application so that you have a greater chance of approval. However, approval is never guaranteed due to many different factors regarding individual circumstances and country of origin.
Legal guidance on invitations to Ukraine
A business invitation or private invitation may be required to enter Ukraine in certain circumstances. Travelers from certain countries must ensure they have a valid visa before entering the territory of Ukraine.
The visa process will depend mainly upon the grounds for entry into Ukraine and how long one wishes to visit. In some instances, the question remains regarding whether the entry is solely on business, if their spouse works in Ukraine and the visit is purely family-related, or the foreign or stateless person is traveling alone as a tourist wishing only to visit historical destinations.
We work on legal assistance aspects of business invitations and private invitations for visa requests. We can provide clear guidance on how best to navigate the complex process of gathering information for the application package and seeing the process to completion.
Help with residence permit applications
Legal help with residence permit applications is the best way to prepare documentation and complete the application thoroughly and correctly. Professional migration attorneys specializing in Ukraine’s residency laws and obtaining temporary and permanent residence cards are precisely what you need.
To live in Ukraine for an extended period of more than 90 days and up to 10 years, it can take as little as three weeks for temporary residence approval from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine. Please allow up to 12 months for permanent residence, depending on where things are currently and what stage your application has reached.
If the necessary information is not gathered correctly or the application is filled out wrong, you will be denied. Our support services provide you with assurances that your application is filled out correctly and promptly. We cannot guarantee the issuance of residence cards because each individual has different circumstances relating to the country of origin and other mitigating factors that may hinder approval.
We guarantee that we will follow all laws, stay in compliance with guidelines dictated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, and complete the residence application correctly. Hence, you have the best chance at approval with professional legal assistance to guide you in the process from start to finish.
You’re starting a business in Ukraine, and you don’t know where to start.
It’s so complicated that it can be difficult even to understand your rights and responsibilities. We are here to help! Our team of native English-speaking attorneys will help you with all the legal support when starting a business in this country, including company formation, tax ID registration, open bank account, court pleadings support, and monthly retainer legal support. We also provide services for real estate investors such as property purchase or rent agreements review and preparation of a power of attorney.
Let us take care of all the legal stuff for you to focus on running your business and enjoying your time in Ukraine!
What are you waiting for?
Attention: Are you a business owner? Do you have legal questions that need to be answered?
If so, we can help! Our team of English-speaking lawyers and legal support professionals are here to provide full or partial outsourcing of your legal aid. We’ve been helping companies in Ukraine for several years. Let us take care of all your legal needs so you can focus on growing your business.
Whether it’s an intellectual property issue, contract negotiation, or anything else, our team is ready to help. We offer accounting, business support for company formation and ongoing operations, and legal support in Ukraine for the most demanding executives and entrepreneurs at affordable prices. Contact us today for a free consultation!
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FAQs About Legal Support In Ukraine
Why do I need legal support in Ukraine?
Foreign travelers need legal support to assist with understanding Ukrainian laws. Some of the main reason why you need legal support include power of attorney, court pleadings, real estate acquisitions, investment in Ukrainian companies, investment in Ukrainian economy for possible permanent residence, and company formation.
How long is legal support process?
The minimum length of legal support engagement with us is four (4) hours.
What is the cost of legal support?
Depending on what type of support services are required, the cost begins at €20 per hour and up to €100 per hour, and more.
Common Types Of Legal Entities
List of commonly formed Ukrainian legal entities:
- Private Entrepreneur
- Joint Stock Company
- Limited Liability Company
- Joint Venture
Starting a business on the territory of Ukraine has many steps to the process.
Begin with considering the legal entity types available and which one is best for operating.
Acknowledge which entities are available
After acknowledging entity types, review the various formation structures available and how they satisfy the demands of the organization regarding ease of incorporation, the minimum capital investment required, capital investment on-hand, and the liability factors for the company and shareholders.
Currency, taxes, and compliance
The following steps before finalizing structure are tax implications, compliance, and reporting, how the currency will be controlled, deposited, withdrawn, and converted.
Ukraine has talent to hire
About the staff and workers, will the team be in Ukraine or will they be residents and citizens of foreign countries, and are there restrictions to doing business within Ukraine and across international borders?
Ukraine is home to some of the most innovative industries and organizations in Eastern Europe. This is not subjective but rather an objective truth, as evidenced by the exceptional technologically focused degree programs at Ukrainian universities and the number of international students enrolled.
Last consideration before choosing structure
A final thought is how to handle business/company closure and the payout for shareholders.
Company Formation
We work with five types of company formation, LLC, PE, JSC, and JV. Formation of NGO is a separate service and discussed on case-by-case basis only.
Private Entrepreneur (PE)
A Private Entrepreneur (PE) may be the best for low-risk business activity. PE can register their company, maintain it and save taxes by living abroad or on the Ukrainian territory with significant tax savings. Citizens of foreign countries need proper documentation like visas or residence permits, and we can help with temporary residence permits.
Benefits of PE
Private companies registered under this status enjoy many benefits: more straightforward paperwork overall due mainly to its ease of maintenance requirements; it doesn’t require much more than filling out some forms once per year. Ukrainian citizens are also allowed to register as Private Entrepreneurs.
Private Entrepreneurs have the opportunity to operate without strict regulations. They enjoy a simplified tax regime with an annual revenue limit of up 5 million UAH. They can open bank accounts, conduct business activities, hire employees, etc., structurally similar to Sole Proprietors in the United States.
- Best for low-risk business activity
- Simple business registration
- Simple business maintenance
- Significant tax savings and simplified tax code
- Ukrainian citizens can register PE
- Foreign citizens can register PE on territory of Ukraine
- Foreign citizens legally residing within Ukraine’s territorial boundaries can register PE in Ukraine
- Foreign citizens can obtain Ukraine tax identification number
- Foreign citizens can obtain business address within Ukraine’s borders
Limited Liability Company (LLC)
A Limited Liability Companies (LLC) can be a solid organizational form for start-ups because they provide individuals and legal entities with many benefits while not limiting their membership numbers (herewith, one person can establish an LLC).
The owners of an LLC are not personally liable for the company’s debts or obligations. As they only contribute capital, there is no risk to them in these circumstances.
Suppose something happens outside their control (such as a member going bankrupt). In that case, the entire business could also fail because members cannot repay debts from personal assets alone without becoming upside down on loans. Interests would suffer, too, since creditors don’t care how much equity is contributed by individual stakeholders, all may get paid out in a worst-case scenario.
In short: Limited Liability Company protects people who want limited liability when operating certain types of businesses but still allows outsiders access into operations should any problems arise.
Benefits of LLC
LLCs are an excellent choice for people looking to limit their exposure if the company goes belly up. For example, suppose you own 10% of a business with $1 million debt and its assets total at only 80 thousand dollars. In that case, your stake will likely be sufficient enough should anything happen because there’s plenty left over after paying off creditors. You won’t have personal liability beyond what was put into authorized capital by yourself or fellow investors.
- Best for startups, small and mid-size companies
- Can be one person or shareholder
- Can be large organization and many shareholders
- Scalability
- One of the most popular business incorporation structures for Ukraine and the world
- Can be registered by individual
- Can be registered by a company
- Each shareholder member a share or part of company, not number of shares
- LLC charter can be constructed to be very nimble regarding shareholder capital and how company is divided
How To Start A Business In Ukraine
Starting a business in Ukraine can be an exciting venture. Still, following the steps to ensure a successful launch is important.
With careful planning and attention to detail, starting a business in Ukraine can be a rewarding experience with plenty of opportunities for success.
Steps to register company in Ukraine.
Starting at 45 days
Business structure
First, entrepreneurs should decide on their business structure and register their companies with the Ukrainian authorities. This process can be completed online or in person at the local registration office.
Licenses & permits
Next, businesses must obtain any necessary licenses and permits for their industry.
Bank account and tax ID
Opening a bank account and getting tax ID numbers for the company and its employees are also important.
Legal support
Finding reliable legal support and accounting services is crucial for navigating the complex regulations of doing business in Ukraine.
Build business network
Networking with other entrepreneurs and joining local business associations can provide valuable connections and resources for growth.
Work Permit

A work permit in Ukraine is not easy to get. Here’s the basic information needed to begin the process.
If you are a foreign worker looking for a Ukraine work permit or planning to start a business in Ukraine, this page is for you.
If you’re an employer and looking to hire foreign talent, your company must have the proper paperwork in order.
To work legally on-site for an employer throughout Ukraine will require a work permit and at least one Letter of Employment, allowing new hires to be gainfully employed by a Ukrainian company.
You Need A Ukraine Work Permit Now And Here’s Why
Problem: You want to work in Ukraine, but you don’t know how to do the paperwork.
You need to be registered with the State Employment Service of Ukraine (SESU) to be permitted to work in Ukraine. But getting your name on the list is not enough. There are thousands of people in line ahead of you, and it could take years before your turn comes around if you don’t know how to file paperwork correctly.
We can help you navigate tedious paperwork and confusing processes with SESU and possibly get a Ukraine work permit in less than three weeks! In addition, we offer assistance with other necessary documents such as visa registration and residence card.
Solution: See if you qualify for Ukraine work permit today!
How To Get A Ukraine Work Permit
The process to work in Ukraine for employers and foreigners
Starting at 21 days
Statement from the Cabinet of Ministers in Ukraine
Statement from the Cabinet of Ministers in Ukraine that you are hiring a foreign international or stateless person for your business or working as a foreign international or stateless person.
Furthermore, it’s explicitly stated that employment in Ukraine doesn’t involve citizenship in Ukraine, nor does there seem likely to be any access needed regarding state secrets and governmental access.
Passport photocopies
Ukraine’s process requires copies of the pages in your passport containing information about you and a translation into Ukrainian, which must be certified.
Applicant photo
Image must be 35 mm width
Image must be 45 mm height
Image must be with clear, white background
Image must be with no facial expression, no smile, no frown, no facial expression
Image must be without hat or head cover, unless allowed by religious exemption
Image must be current
Notarized Labor Agreement
To obtain a work permit in Ukraine, the applicant must first have their draft employment agreement (contract) notarized by the employer.
Reasons You Need To Hire Us To Get Your Work Permit
You need a work permit to secure employment in Ukraine legally. You’ve tried applying the permit before, but it never worked for you!
Imagine getting your work permit application approved and issued within three weeks, so you can start working legally in Ukraine. It’s easy with our help, and we make sure that the process is smooth and painless.
We know how important it is to find a job quickly or finalize paperwork to start a business in Ukraine, which is why we have streamlined the process of getting your Ukrainian work permit from start to finish. With us on your side, there are no more worries about whether or not you’ll be able to secure employment in Ukraine!
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Attention: Are you looking for a way to work in Ukraine?
We can help you get started with your application. Our team of experts will guide you through the entire process, from start to finish. We’ll also ensure that everything is done according to all laws and regulations to avoid any issues.
You won’t have any problems getting your permit to work in Ukraine approved by using our services! And once you arrive in Ukraine, we can even help file paperwork to start a business and set up a bank account. It doesn’t matter if this is simply a short-term assignment or if it’s something more permanent; we’ll be there every step of the way!
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FAQs About Ukraine Work Permit
How can I get a work permit in Ukraine?
To obtain a work permit in Ukraine, you must first have a job offer from a Ukrainian company.
Once you have secured employment, your employer must apply for a work permit on your behalf.
This application must include your passport, proof of education and/or professional qualifications, and a medical certificate.
The process can take several weeks to complete, so it is important to plan accordingly.
Once the work permit is approved, you must apply for a visa at the Ukrainian embassy or consulate in your home country.
Upon arrival in Ukraine, you must register with local authorities and obtain a residency permit.
It is advisable to seek the assistance of a professional immigration service to ensure that all steps are completed correctly and efficiently.
How long is work permit application process?
The work permit application process in Ukraine typically takes several weeks to complete.
The exact length of time can vary depending on various factors, such as the workload of the immigration authorities and the completeness of your application.
Generally, allowing at least one month to process your work permit application is recommended.
It is important to note that delays can occur if there are any issues with your documentation or additional information is required.
To avoid unnecessary delays, it is advisable to work with a professional immigration service that can assist you in preparing and submitting your application correctly and efficiently.
What is the cost to get work permit?
The cost of obtaining a work permit in Ukraine varies depending on the type of permit and the duration of your stay.
The fee for a standard work permit is currently around 3,500 Ukrainian hryvnia for a one-year permit.
Additional fees may apply if you require expedited processing or extend your permit beyond its initial duration.
It is important to note that these fees do not include any legal or administrative costs associated with the application process, which can vary depending on your circumstances.
To ensure that you understand all the expenses related to obtaining a work permit in Ukraine, it is advisable to consult with a professional immigration service or contact the relevant authorities directly.
Can foreigners work in Ukraine?
After acquiring an appropriate permit from the State Employment Service of Ukraine, Foreigners and stateless persons can work in Ukraine.
If you want to hire a foreigner or stateless person in Ukraine, you must obtain a proper license from the State Employment Service. A team member doesn’t need to apply for this permit themselves; instead, we can take care of everything necessary.
Is it easy to get work in Ukraine?
The answer, of course, depends on what you want. If the lure of higher pay and better benefits is enough for someone who has been out-of-work long term, then they’ll take any opportunity that comes along.
We’ve learned that our clients come here for reasons such as marriage to Ukrainian citizens, niche skillset for programming and coding, and family living here.
How long does it take to get a work visa for Ukraine?
The visa and work permit process can take up to 6 months. A lot depends on your country of residence and the type you are applying for, so it’s important not to begin without consulting an immigration expert first.
2-3 weeks is average, but this may vary based on their workload at any given time. Just like anywhere else in life, sometimes you get lucky when waiting around longer than expected. In contrast, issuing a permit to work can take longer than a few months. The patience and ability to fill out tedious paperwork are the keys.
How long is work permit issued?
Up to three years.
Professional Business Registration Services
Hiring us for your Ukraine business registration can provide various benefits and ensure a smooth and successful launch.
- Our team has connections to attorneys with extensive knowledge of the Ukrainian legal system and regulations, allowing us to easily navigate the complex process of registering a business.
- We can help expedite the registration process, saving you time and money in the long run.
- We offer comprehensive services beyond business registration, including accounting, tax planning, and legal support. This means we can provide ongoing support as your business grows and faces new challenges.
- Our team is also fluent in Ukrainian and English, ensuring clear communication throughout the process.
- By working with us for your Ukraine business registration, you can have peace of mind knowing that your venture is in experienced hands.
What are you waiting for?
Getting started with professional business registration services in Ukraine is straightforward when you work with us.
- Our network of experienced professionals can guide you through every registration step, from choosing the right business structure to obtaining the necessary licenses and permits.
- We offer personalized services tailored to your needs, ensuring your business is registered quickly and efficiently.
- In addition to registration services, we provide ongoing support for your business, including accounting, tax planning, and legal advice.
- With our help, you can focus on growing your business while we handle the administrative details.
Contact us today to get started with professional business registration services in Ukraine.
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FAQs About Starting A Business In Ukraine
How can I register company in Ukraine?
Choose a legal entity and business structure, receive consultation for currency requirements, tax implications, and compliance. Next, consider if employees will be Ukrainian citizens or residents of foreign countries. Lastly, determine mitigation process for company closure and shareholder payout.
How long is company registration process?
The process to complete business registration can be completed in less than 45 days and can take up to 12 months, or more.
What is the cost of company registration?
Depending on factors related to entry into Ukraine, entity type and business structure, type of business, and residence requirements, the cost begins at €800 and up to €5000, and more.
How easy is it to incorporate?
This depends on bureaucratic red tape, documents and applications you are prepared for and information you will need to complete the application process, and the approval process determined by Ukrainian state governing bodies.
The most significant factor is finding an attorney who may not specialize in company formation or hiring the best attorneys for starting companies in Ukraine.
You get what you pay for whenever attorneys are involved.
How much money do I need to start?
You’ll want to start small and work your way up.
It’s essential not only for the business itself but also because it will give you an idea of what kind of resources (time-wise) is required to maintain a healthy startup culture throughout all stages; from initial funding through growth phases into maturity where investors can exit their investments or pull out entirely if they wish, which means less risk involved on both sides.
The amount of capital injected into the business is up to you, provided the minimum capital requirements are met.
What is the liability?
When starting a business, one of the main concerns is liability.
What happens if you run into a problem and your business is at fault?
A lot can depend on location of entity registration, who or how much experience they have similar running businesses like yours.
There aren’t any laws that protect entrepreneurs from lawsuits, so it’s essential to think through every step before taking these risks.
Ukrainian law is much less strict when it comes to company formation, allowing entrepreneurs with all experience levels at their disposal.
The liability you take on as business owner depends on the company formation structure.
What are the tax implications?
It would be best if you considered the overall tax burden, income taxes for employees and self-employed people, and capital gains taxation on investments such as stocks or bonds that you buy with your business’s money.
There will also likely be employment fees associated with hiring someone new who comes into this country, specifically from somewhere else, which is worth thinking about before making any decisions regarding expansion plans.
The overall taxation for companies varies depending on whether they have profits or losses.
For instance, if you’re looking towards investing your money into production assets with hopes that it’ll generate enough returns to pay off what’s owed from previous years’ earnings, you might be better served by seeking out an offshore jurisdiction.
There may not be the worry of paying taxes twice, once when earned, then again upon return of money to home country.
What are compliance and reporting factors for startups?
The compliance and reporting can be complex, depending on the size of your business.
There are many considerations, but some examples include: complexity; where do you do most of your work or services offered (ex., retail or wholesale); is the company only doing business in one country or beyond international borders; what is customer demand?
These things may not seem related at first, that’s why it’s essential to answer questions and concerns about compliance and reporting before moving forward.