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Ukraine simplifies import/export of military and dual-use goods
The Ukrainian government has simplified the procedure for obtaining permits and conclusions for international transfers of military and dual-use goods under international treaties with Ukraine. The relevant changes were introduced by Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 6, dated 07 January 2026, and come into effect immediately from 8 January 2026. When does the simplified procedure apply? The simplified procedure applies where an international transfer of goods is carried out on the basis of an international treaty with Ukraine that expressly provides for such a transfer, and specifies: the goods to be transferred; the exporters, importers, intermediaries and end
Defence City legal regime: full implementation phase begins
The Defence City regime entered its full implementation phase, following the adoption of the relevant regulations by the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine. This alert provides an overview of the adopted regulations, with a focus on the key procedures and implications for defence industry companies. Click on one of the images below or use the following links to read our overview in English or in Ukrainian. Download in English: Download in Ukrainian:
Ukraine advances toward introducing medical cannabis circulation
During September and early October, the Ukrainian government adopted secondary legislation to further the implementation of the so-called Cannabis Law. Click on one of the images below or use the following links to read our overview in English or in Ukrainian. Download in English: Download in Ukrainian:
Kinstellar and DataDriven provide an overview of demining industry regulations in Ukraine
Kinstellar, in collaboration with DataDriven, provides regulatory guidance for companies entering Ukraine’s demining industry. Against the backdrop of Russia’s war, Ukraine has become the most heavily mined country in the world, with demining efforts estimated by the World Bank to require approximately USD 38 billion. The participation of Ukraine’s international partners is crucial to accelerate these efforts. " We invite our partners to support Ukraine to meet the critical need for demining operations and we will support these partners via expert navigation through the rapidly evolving legal and regulatory framework," noted Kinstellar Ukraine Partner and Head of the Defence
Ukraine leaps forward in its cannabis policy
A cannabis law passed by the Ukrainian parliament back in December of last year, will come into force on 16 August 2024. Developed in compliance with EU regulations, the law represents a significant overhaul of cannabis regulations in Ukraine. Secondary cannabis-related legislation is expected to be drafted by the Ukrainian government by the end of May 2024. Click on one of the images below or click on the following links to read the overview in English or in Ukrainian. Down load in English: Download in Ukrainian:
New Frequency Allocation Plan and Licensing Conditions come into force in Ukraine
The Plan for the Allocation and Use of the Radio Frequency Spectrum of Ukraine (the "Plan") and Conditions of Licencing for the Use of the ‘L02’ Radio Frequency Spectrum (the "Licensing Conditions") have recently come into force in Ukraine. The Plan and Licensing Conditions are developed in compliance with Ukraine’s existing undertaking to bring its legislation into line with applicable EU regulations. Specifically, the Plan aims to optimize and harmonize spectrum usage, consolidate the spectrum licensing regime, clarify frequencies assignment and lay the groundwork for the introduction of new technologies in Ukraine. Click on one of the images below or click on the following links to read the overview in
Specifics of ultimate beneficiary owners filings in Ukraine
The requirement to file information on the ultimate beneficial owners (UBOs) of legal entities was introduced by the Law of Ukraine "On Prevention and Counteraction of Legalization (Laundering) of Criminal Proceeds, Financing of Terrorism and Financing of the Proliferation of Mass Destruction Weapons" dated 06.12.2019 No. 361-IX. With the start of the full-scale invasion by the Russian Federation and the introduction of martial law in Ukraine, the requirement to disclose information about UBOs was suspended. On 6 September 2022, Ukraine’s Parliament adopted the Law of Ukraine "On Amendments to Certain Laws of Ukraine on Improving the Regulation of Ultimate Beneficial Ownership and the Ownership Structure of