What documents are required to export goods from Ukraine?

Exporting cargo from Ukraine is an opportunity to expand your business and enter new markets. However, success depends on proper document preparation, which minimizes customs delays and the risk of fines. In this article, we will examine the key documents for export in 2025, based on the current requirements of the Customs Code of Ukraine. Key documents for export customs clearance.

Additional documents may be required depending on the type of cargo and the country of destination.

The standard set includes the following:

Export Customs Declaration (EX-1): The primary document completed by the customs broker, confirming the export of goods. It includes information about the cargo, its value, and its classification according to the Commodity Classification of Foreign Economic Activity.
Commercial Invoice (Invoice): The original with a translation, containing the product description, price, quantity, and delivery terms.
Packing List: A detailed description of the packaging, weight, markings, and number of packages.
Transport documents: CMR for road transport, bill of lading for sea transport, air waybill, or railway waybill.
Certificates of origin: EUR.1 or General Form for the EU, confirming the Ukrainian origin of the goods.
Foreign trade contract: With appendices, specifications, and terms of the transaction.
Customs value declaration: Confirmation of the price of the goods for calculating duties.
Foreign trade entity registration card: Accreditation at customs for the exporter.
Additional certificates: Quality, conformity, phytosanitary, or veterinary for agricultural products and other special goods, if necessary.

Some goods (e.g., licensed ones) require additional permission from ministries.

To avoid delays and risks:

Check the relevance of requirements for the current year, as changes to electronic declarations may occur.
Use the services of a customs broker.
Cooperate with accredited carriers.
Insure your cargo to protect against financial risks.

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Properly completed documents are the key to successful export. With us, you’ll avoid problems and focus on growing your business.

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