Business & Work in Ukraine
Invest, register your company, get a work permit or tax ID — ISS Company guides you through doing business and working in Ukraine.
Doing business and working in Ukraine
Explore these avenues for business and work in Ukraine to capitalize on the country’s growing economy and favorable business environment.
Whether you want to invest, open a company, work for a Ukrainian employer or simply get your tax ID, ISS Company guides you through every step — from the first consultation to the final documents.
Investments
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Real Estate
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Registration of an LLC
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Registration of an Individual Entrepreneur
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Representative Office of a Foreign Company in Ukraine
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Work Permit
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Extension of the Work Permit
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Tax ID (Identification Code)
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Work Permits of Other Countries
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Other Business Services
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Investments
Ukraine offers interesting opportunities for foreign investors — in agriculture, IT, energy, manufacturing, logistics and real estate — and the country’s reconstruction is creating new projects every year.
ISS Company helps you understand the market, choose the right legal form for your investment, register your company and handle the paperwork, so you can focus on your business.
Real Estate
Invest in the real estate market of Ukraine, whether it’s residential, commercial, or industrial properties. Foreign citizens can buy apartments, houses and commercial premises in Ukraine; agricultural land has special rules for foreigners.
Rent
Explore opportunities to invest in rental properties in Ukraine, providing stable income streams and potential long-term returns.
Buy
Purchase real estate properties in Ukraine to capitalize on the country’s growing market and potential for property appreciation.
Sell
Sell real estate properties in Ukraine to leverage market opportunities and maximize returns on your investment.
Registration of an LLC
A Limited Liability Company (LLC) is the most popular form of business in Ukraine for foreign entrepreneurs. It can have one or several founders — individuals or companies, Ukrainian or foreign — and the founders’ liability is limited to their contribution to the company’s capital.
An LLC can trade, hire employees, open bank accounts and apply for work permits for its foreign director and staff.
Main documents
- Passports of the founders and director with notarized translations
- Ukrainian tax ID (identification code) of foreign founders
- Company charter and founders’ decision
- Legal address in Ukraine
- Information about the ultimate beneficial owners
Registration of an Individual Entrepreneur
Registering as an Individual Entrepreneur (sole proprietor) is a simple way to do business in Ukraine on your own. It is quick to register, has simple accounting and can use the simplified (single) tax system.
Foreigners who live in Ukraine legally on a residence permit can register as an individual entrepreneur.
Main documents
- Passport with notarized translation
- Residence permit in Ukraine
- Ukrainian tax ID (identification code)
- Registration application
Representative Office of a Foreign Company in Ukraine
A representative office lets a foreign company be present in Ukraine without creating a new Ukrainian company. It represents the interests of its parent company — marketing, communication with partners, market research — while commercial activity is usually carried out by the parent company itself.
Foreign employees of a registered representative office can apply for work permits and temporary residence permits.
Main documents
- Extract from the company register of the parent company (legalized or apostilled)
- Decision to open the representative office
- Power of attorney for the head of the office
- Lease agreement or legal address in Ukraine
Work Permit
Foreigners and stateless persons can be employed in Ukraine only after obtaining an appropriate permit that is issued by State Employment Service of Ukraine. These requirements are established by article 42 of the Law of Ukraine “On Employment”. People that have a permanent residency in Ukraine do not need a work permit to be employed.
Work permit in Ukraine can be issued for the period up to 3 years. The permit is requested by your employer, and once it is issued you can apply for a temporary residence permit for the same period.
1 Year work permit
For shorter contracts and first-time employment in Ukraine.
3 Years work permit
For longer contracts — fewer renewals and more stability for you and your employer.
Main documents
- Copy of your passport with notarized translation
- Employment contract or offer from a Ukrainian employer
- Color photo
- Payment of the official fee
Extension of the Work Permit
If you continue working for the same employer, the work permit can be extended before it expires. The employer submits the application within the period set by law before the end of the current permit, so plan the extension early.
After the work permit is extended, your temporary residence permit must be extended as well.
Main documents
- Application of the employer
- Copy of your passport with notarized translation
- Current work permit details
- Payment of the official fee
Tax ID (Identification Code)
The Ukrainian tax ID (individual taxpayer number) is needed for almost everything in Ukraine: opening a bank account, buying property, signing an employment contract, founding a company or registering as an entrepreneur.
It is issued by the State Tax Service of Ukraine. ISS Company can apply for it on your behalf — in many cases without you having to come to the office.
Main documents
- Passport
- Notarized Ukrainian translation of the passport
- Application form
- Power of attorney, if we apply on your behalf
Work Permits of Other Countries
Together with our partners, we also help with work permits in European Union countries:
- Poland
- Czech Republic
- Lithuania
- Hungary
- Portugal
- Romania
- Croatia
Other Business Services
Besides company registration and work permits, ISS Company offers:
- Opening Company in Ukraine
- Branch office in Ukraine
- TAX ID
- Opening Company in USA
- Opening Company in Lithuania
- Accounting services
- Investments
- Opening bank account
- Import & Export
How ISS Company helps you
Free consultation
We listen to your plans and recommend the best legal form or permit for you.
Documents and translations
We prepare the documents, certified translations and apostilles you need.
Registration and applications
We submit everything to the right authorities and follow up for you.
Support after registration
Bank account, accounting, work permits and residence permits for you and your staff.
Important to know
- A work permit and a residence permit are two separate documents — after the work permit, you also need a temporary residence permit.
- Foreign documents usually need an apostille or legalization and a notarized Ukrainian translation.
- Rules and fees can change — we always check the current requirements before you apply.
Frequently asked questions
Yes. Foreign citizens and companies can be the only founders of a Ukrainian LLC.
Not always — in many cases we can register it for you with a power of attorney.
Yes. As a founder or employee you can get a work permit and then a temporary residence permit.
No. People that have a permanent residency in Ukraine do not need a work permit to be employed.