Digest of Ukrainian Legislation
Dear readers, I offer you a brief overview of the key changes in Ukrainian legislation for the recent period. We focus on the main innovations to keep you informed of the most important changes.
Notification of the National Bank of Ukraine on Accounting Prices for Bank Metals
The National Bank of Ukraine regularly sets accounting prices for bank metals, such as gold, silver, platinum, and palladium. These prices are used to account for transactions with these metals by banks and other financial institutions. It is important to remember that these accounting prices do not obligate the NBU to buy or sell these metals at the specified prices.
Notification of the National Bank of Ukraine on the Official Exchange Rate of the Hryvnia Against Foreign Currencies and SDRs
The National Bank of Ukraine also daily determines the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against foreign currencies and special drawing rights (SDRs). These rates are used for accounting, NBU transactions with the State Treasury Service of Ukraine, and in other cases defined by law. It should be taken into account that the official rate does not necessarily coincide with the rate at which you can buy or sell currency in banks or exchange offices.
Agreement between the Government of Ukraine and the Government of the Kingdom of Norway on Expanding the Composition of the Embassy of the Kingdom of Norway in Ukraine
The agreement with Norway, concluded through an exchange of notes, provides for the expansion of the staff of the Norwegian Embassy in Ukraine, in particular, through civilian representatives of the defense sector. This is done to strengthen Norway’s support for Ukraine, especially in the defense sphere. Embassy staff will engage in dialogue with Ukrainian authorities, verify the use of provided assistance, and assess opportunities for further cooperation.
Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on the Agreement on a Single Transit Permit TRACECA
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has amended the previous order regarding the signing of the Agreement on a Single Transit Permit TRACECA. The person authorized to sign this agreement has been changed, now it is the Vice Prime Minister for the Reconstruction of Ukraine – Minister for Communities and Territories Development. This is important for the legal validity of the signing of the agreement.
Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 591 on the Use of Funds for Protection against the Harmful Effects of Water and Water Supply Provision
The government has determined the procedure for using funds allocated from the state budget to protect against the harmful effects of water and to provide centralized water supply to rural settlements. The main manager of the funds is the Ministry of Economy, and the responsible executor is the State Water Agency. Priority is given to projects with a high degree of readiness and those that have co-financing from local budgets.
List of Countries and International Organizations that have Signed and Ratified the Council of Europe Convention on the Prevention of Terrorism
A list of countries and international organizations that have signed and ratified the Council of Europe Convention on the Prevention of Terrorism (ETS No. 196) has been published. It is important to know which countries are parties to this convention for cooperation in matters of combating terrorism.
Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on the Grant Agreement with the Government of the French Republic
The government has submitted to the Verkhovna Rada for ratification a Grant Agreement with France, which provides for financial support for critical infrastructure and priority sectors of the Ukrainian economy through the Ukraine Fund II. It is important to monitor the ratification process of the agreement by the Verkhovna Rada, as it will only enter into legal force after that.
Order of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine on Correcting a Technical Error in Order of the Ministry of Internal Affairs No. 293
The Ministry of Internal Affairs corrected a technical error in the previous order No. 293, changing the incorrect numbering “year 1024” to “year No. 1024”. This ensures legal clarity and the correct application of the norms regulated by order No. 293.
Resolution of the Board of the Pension Fund of Ukraine on Amendments to the Procedure for Issuing Certificates for Persons Receiving State Social Assistance
The Pension Fund of Ukraine has amended the procedure for registration, production, and issuance of certificates for persons receiving state social assistance in accordance with the laws on assistance to persons with disabilities. The changes concern the clarification of terminology, the expansion of the list of persons who can submit documents for obtaining a certificate, and technical amendments regarding the registration of certificates.
Order of the Ministry for Communities and Territories Development of Ukraine on Amendments to the Procedure for Issuing ECMT Permits
The Ministry for Communities and Territories Development of Ukraine has amended the Procedure for Conducting the Competition and Issuing Permits of the European Conference of Ministers of Transport (ECMT). The changes concern the financial obligations of Ukraine in the International Transport Forum, the conditions for obtaining ECMT permits, and the number of warnings to carriers for violations of the conditions for using ECMT permits.
Order of the Ministry for Communities and Territories Development of Ukraine on Amendments to the Rules of the Electronic Queue for Crossing the Border
The Ministry for Communities and Territories Development of Ukraine has amended the rules for the functioning of the electronic queue for trucks at the border. It clarifies the restrictions on booking places in the queue and the conditions under which users may be excluded from the waiting queue. The possibility of booking only one place in the queue for one vehicle is limited.
Order of the Ministry of Internal Affairs No. 293 on Amendments to the Order of the Ministry of Internal Affairs No. 614 Regarding the Database of Persons Crossing the State Border of Ukraine
The Ministry of Internal Affairs has amended the previous order No. 614, which regulates the formation and maintenance of a database of persons crossing the state border of Ukraine. The changes are aimed at bringing the regulatory legal act in line with updated legislation in the field of information protection and cybersecurity. In particular, the requirements for information systems used to maintain the database have been updated.
Order of the Ministry of Economy, Environment and Agriculture of Ukraine on Granting Grants for the Construction of Vegetable/Fruit Storage Facilities
The Ministry of Economy, Environment and Agriculture of Ukraine has defined the mechanisms for implementing the program of granting grants for the construction of vegetable/fruit storage facilities. It establishes the procedure for making decisions on granting grants, approves the forms of necessary documents, and defines the criteria for monitoring the use of funds. It is important to pay attention to the criteria that the construction project must meet in order to receive a grant.
Resolution of the Board of the Pension Fund of Ukraine on the Procedure for Registration, Production, and Issuance of Certificates for Persons Receiving State Social Assistance
This act defines how certificates are registered, produced, and issued for people who receive state social assistance in accordance with the laws on assistance to persons with disabilities since childhood and persons who are not entitled to a pension. The application is submitted personally or through the web portal of the Pension Fund using an electronic signature. The Pension Fund of Ukraine is obliged to issue a certificate within two weeks after receiving the necessary information.
Review of each of legal acts published today:
### **On the Accounting Price of Banking Metals**
This notification from the National Bank of Ukraine establishes the accounting prices for banking metals as of May 13, 2026. It determines the value of one troy ounce of gold, silver, platinum, and palladium in hryvnias. These prices are used for accounting purposes and do not obligate the NBU to buy or sell these metals at the stated prices.
The structure of the notification is simple: a table with codes (numeric and alphabetic), the number of troy ounces, the name of the metal, and the accounting price in hryvnias. No changes are visible compared to previous versions, as this is a current price notification for a specific date.
The most important provision is the establishment of accounting prices for banking metals, which may be used by banks and other financial institutions for accounting for transactions with these metals.
### **On the Official Exchange Rate of the Hryvnia Against Foreign Currencies**
This is a notification from the National Bank of Ukraine regarding the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against foreign currencies and SDRs (Special Drawing Rights) for a specific date – May 13, 2026. The document provides a list of currencies, their numeric and alphabetic codes, the number of units of currency, and the official exchange rate of the hryvnia for each of them. These rates are used for reflection in accounting, NBU transactions with the State Treasury Service of Ukraine, and in other cases defined by law.
The structure of the notification is simple: it is a table where each currency code corresponds to its name and official exchange rate. It is important to note that the NBU is not obligated to buy or sell these currencies at the stated rates.
The most important thing to understand is that this is the official rate for accounting and certain transactions, and not necessarily the rate at which you can buy or sell currency in banks or exchange offices.
### **Agreement (in the Form of an Exchange of Notes) between the Government of Ukraine and the Government of the Kingdom of Norway on Expanding the Composition of the Embassy of the Kingdom of Norway in Ukraine**
Good day! Here is a brief overview of the provided document:
1. **Essence of the agreement:** An agreement between the Government of Ukraine and the Government of the Kingdom of Norway, formalized as an exchange of notes, concerningconcerns the expansion of the staff of the Embassy of the Kingdom of Norway in Ukraine. The purpose of the expansion is to strengthen Norway’s support for Ukraine, particularly in the defense sector, by attracting additional diplomatic personnel who will enjoy diplomatic privileges and immunities.
2. **Structure and Main Provisions:**
* The agreement is concluded through an exchange of notes between the Norwegian Embassy and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine.
* The expansion of the staff of the Norwegian Embassy will include civilian representatives of the Norwegian defense sector.
* The activities of the personnel will include dialogue with Ukrainian authorities, verification of the use of provided assistance, and assessment of opportunities for further cooperation.
* The agreement enters into force on the date of the note-reply from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine (May 8, 2026).
* Either party may terminate the agreement by giving the other party six months’ written notice.
3. **Important Provisions for Use:**
* **Purpose of Expansion:** It is important to understand that the main purpose of the embassy staff expansion is to support Ukraine, especially in the defense sector, and to coordinate the provision of assistance.
* **Personnel Activities:** Attention should be paid to the list of activities to be carried out by diplomatic personnel, as this defines the scope of their competence and powers.
* **Privileges and Immunities:** Members of the diplomatic staff enjoy privileges and immunities in accordance with the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations, which is important to consider when interacting with them.
* **Termination of the Agreement:** The condition that the agreement may be terminated with six months’ notice provides a mechanism for withdrawing from the agreement in the event of a change in circumstances.
On Amending the Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 1338 of October 28, 2021
This order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine amends a previous order regarding the signing of the Agreement on the Single Transit Permit TRACECA. The changes concern the person authorized to sign this agreement.
**Structure and Main Provisions:**
* The order consists of one paragraph that amends the second paragraph of the CMU Order No. 1338 of October 28, 2021.
* The change is the empower
Regarding the Authorization of the Vice Prime Minister for the Restoration of Ukraine – Minister for Communities and Territories Development, Oleksii Volodymyrovych Kuleba, to sign the Agreement on a Single Transit Permit TRACECA instead of the previously authorized person.
**Key provisions for use:**
* The order determines who has the right to sign the Agreement on a Single Transit Permit TRACECA on behalf of Ukraine. This is important for the legal validity of the agreement’s signing.
Certain Issues Regarding the Use of Funds in the Areas of Water Resources Management and Hydraulic Land Reclamation
Good day! Of course, I will help you understand this resolution.
1. **Essence of the law:**
Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 591 of May 6, 2026, determines the procedure for using funds allocated from the state budget for the protection against the harmful effects of water on rural settlements and agricultural land, as well as for ensuring their centralized water supply. In addition, it regulates the use of funds from the state water management development fund. The resolution establishes mechanisms for financing relevant measures, defines the main managers of funds and their responsibilities, and establishes funding priorities.
2. **Structure and main provisions:**
The resolution consists of two main procedures and a list of resolutions that have become invalid.
* **Procedure for using funds for protection against the harmful effects of water and ensuring water supply:**
* Defines the directions for using budget funds, in particular, financing public investment projects, protecting against the harmful effects of water, and centralized water supply.
* Establishes that the main manager of funds is the Ministry of Economy, and the responsible executor is the State Water Agency.
* Defines the criteria and priorities for including measures in the financing plan.
* **Procedure for using funds from the state water management development fund:**
* Defines the directions for using the fund’s funds, including the implementation of investment projects, the operation of the water management complex, the construction and reconstruction of reclamation systems, protection against the harmful effects of water, water supply, and modernization of the complex.
* Establishes m
