Digest of Ukrainian Legislation
Notice of the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) on Accounting Prices for Bank Metals
The NBU sets accounting prices for bank metals such as gold, silver, platinum, and palladium for accounting purposes. These prices are used for accounting purposes only and do not oblige the NBU to buy or sell metals at these prices.
Notice of the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) on the Official Hryvnia Exchange Rate
The NBU sets the official hryvnia exchange rate against foreign currencies and SDRs for accounting purposes and transactions with the State Treasury Service of Ukraine. These rates do not oblige the NBU to buy or sell currency at these rates.
Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on Amendments to the Norms of Expenses for Sports Events
The government amends the norms of expenses for holding state and international sports events, increasing a certain coefficient for calculating these norms. This affects the financing of sports events.
Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on Amendments to the State Program for Providing Youth with Housing
The government introduces a standardized reporting form on the implementation of the State Program for Providing Youth with Housing for 2013-2026. This should contribute to more effective monitoring and evaluation of its implementation.
Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 737 on the Redistribution of Grant Funds from JICA and the European Commission
The government redistributes grant funds from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and the European Commission that were not used in previous years. The funds are directed to new budget programs for the restoration and development of energy, education, agriculture, infrastructure, and other sectors. The name of the Ministry of Infrastructure of Ukraine is also changed to the Ministry for Communities and Territories Development of Ukraine.
Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on Attracting a Loan from the International Development Association for Education
The government decides to attract a loan from the International Development Association to implement the project “Enhancing Access to and Sustainability of Education in Crisis Conditions in Ukraine”. This is additional funding to support the education system.
Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on the Transfer of Property for Lease without Auction
The government allows the transfer of part of the premises of the joint-stock company “Ukrainian Railways” to the state institution “Service Center for Units of the National Police of Ukraine” for lease without an electronic auction. The transfer procedure will be simplified but requires strict compliance with the requirements of legislation on the lease of state property.
Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on the Transfer of Property for Lease without Auction (Vinnytsia Regional Prosecutor’s Office)
The government allows the transfer for lease of part of the premises of the joint-stock company “Ukrainian Railways” to the Vinnytsia Regional Prosecutor’s Office without an electronic auction. This is an exception to the general procedure.
Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on Submission for Ratification of the Agreement with Croatia on Cooperation in the Field of Mine Action
The government initiates the process of ratification by the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine of the Agreement with Croatia on Cooperation in the Field of Mine Action. This opens the way for cooperation between Ukraine and Croatia in the field of demining.
Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on Amendments to the Barrier-Free Council
The government makes changes to the composition of the Barrier-Free Council, as well as to the Regulations on the Council. New members are added, including the Vice Prime Minister of Ukraine – Minister for National Unity, the Minister of Defense, representatives of business associations, and the Embassy of Great Britain in Ukraine.
Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on the Transfer of an Apartment to the Ownership of the Community
The government transfers a three-room apartment from the economic management of the joint-stock company “NNEGC “Energoatom” to the ownership of the Yuzhnoukrainsk city territorial community. This will allow the community to use this property at its own discretion.
Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on the Transfer of Tablets to the Ownership of Territorial Communities of the Poltava Region
The government transfers Alpin S50 10.4 tablets to the ownership of territorial communities of the Poltava region, in particular to the communities of Kremenchuk, Lubny, Myrhorod, and Poltava districts. Communities will be able to use this property for their own needs.
Decision of the National Security and Defense Council and Decree of the President of Ukraine on the Application of Sanctions
The National Security and Defense Council decided to apply personal special economic and other restrictive measures (sanctions) to individuals and legal entities specified in the annexes to the decision. The President of Ukraine put this decision into effect with his Decree. It is important to pay attention to the annexes to the decision of the National Security and Defense Council, as they contain lists of individuals and legal entities to whom sanctions are applied.
Decision of the National Security and Defense Council and Decree of the President of Ukraine on the Application of Sanctions
The National Security and Defense Council decided to apply personal special economic and other restrictive measures (sanctions) to individuals and legal entities specified in the annexes to the decision. The President of Ukraine put this decision into effect with his Decree. It is important to pay attention to the annexes to the decision of the National Security and Defense Council, as they contain lists of individuals and legal entities to whom sanctions are applied.
Resolution of the Board of the National Bank of Ukraine No. 63 on Amendments to the Regulation on Supporting the Liquidity of the Deposit Guarantee Fund
The NBU amends the regulation on supporting the liquidity of the Deposit Guarantee Fund of Individuals (DGF), in order to increase the effectiveness of this support. The changes concern the terms of providing loans and the redemption of government bonds from the Fund, as well as procedural issues.
Order of the National Agency of Ukraine for Civil Service Affairs on Amendments to the Model Regulation on Bonus Payments to Civil Servants
The NAACS makes technical corrections to the Model Regulation on Bonus Payments to Civil Servants. The changes are technical in nature and do not change the essence of the regulation on bonus payments.
Resolution of the Board of the National Bank of Ukraine No. 65 on Statistical Reporting in a Special Period
The NBU introduces changes to the rules for organizing statistical reporting submitted to the NBU in a special period. The list of respondents has been expanded, new reporting forms have been added, and the frequency of submission of some reports has been changed. The main changes concern banking activities and the implementation of sanctions.
Order of the Ministry of Health of Ukraine on Amendments to Order No. 360
The Ministry of Health makes amendments to Order No. 360, clarifying references to the order of the Ministry for Communities and Territories Development of Ukraine and correcting technical inaccuracies. The changes are technical in nature.
Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 735 on Amendments to Resolution No. 1322 Regarding Cooperation with the European Migration Network
The government amends the composition of the Coordination Center for Cooperation with the European Migration Network and expands its powers. The Coordination Center will be able to take a more active part in the formation of Ukraine’s migration policy and the improvement of legislation in this area.
Order of the National Agency of Ukraine for Civil Service Affairs on the Model Regulation on Bonus Payments to Civil Servants
The NAACS approves the Model Regulation on Bonus Payments to Civil Servants in state bodies that have conducted job classification. It defines the procedure, conditions, and criteria for calculating bonuses. Bonus payments are possible only in bodies that have conducted job classification. There are restrictions on the maximum amount of bonuses. Civil servants with excellent grades are subject to mandatory bonus payments.
Order of the Ministry of Health of Ukraine on Amendments to the Rules for Prescribing and Dispensing Medicines
The Ministry of Health makes changes to the rules for prescribing and dispensing medicines, in particular, morphine derivatives. Paper prescriptions for these drugs are allowed in cases where there is no technical possibility to issue an electronic prescription, especially in areas of active hostilities or in temporarily occupied territories. Such prescriptions are kept for three years.
Order of the Ministry of Economy of Ukraine on Amendments to the Order Regarding Citizens’ Appeals
The Ministry of Economy of Ukraine makes amendments to the order of September 28, 2020, which concerns the consideration of citizens’ appeals. The changes only concern updating the telephone number for appeals.
Order of the Ministry of Economy of Ukraine on Declaring Invalid the Order on Licensing Investments Abroad
The Ministry of Economy of Ukraine declares invalid the order of November 7, 2000, which regulated the procedure for obtaining individual licenses for residents to make property investments outside of Ukraine.
Order of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine on the Cancellation of Tariffs for Medical Services in the Chernivtsi Region
The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine cancels the previous order, which approved the tariffs for paid medical services provided by the State Institution “Territorial Medical Association of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine in the Chernivtsi Region”.
Order of the State Security Administration of Ukraine on Amendments to the Procedure for Ensuring the Safety of Officials
The State Security Administration of Ukraine makes amendments to the Procedure for Ensuring the Safety of Officials under State Protection at Places of Permanent and Temporary Residence. References to the outdated Law of Ukraine “On the Militia” have been replaced with references to the Law of Ukraine “On the National Police”. Also, the procedure for monitoring the safety of persons admitted to the restricted area has been clarified.
Order of the Ministry of Economy of Ukraine on Changing the Phone Number for Citizens’ Appeals
The Ministry of Economy of Ukraine updates the phone number that citizens can use to contact the Ministry to “596-67-28”.
Review of each of legal acts published today:
### **On the accounting price of banking metals**
This announcement by the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) establishes accounting prices for banking metals as of June 26, 2025. These prices are used for accounting and reporting purposes, but the NBU is not obliged to buy or sell metals at these prices.
The structure of the announcement is simple: it contains a table with codes (numeric and alphabetic), the number of troy ounces, the name of the banking metal (gold, silver, platinum, palladium), and the corresponding accounting price in hryvnias.
The most important provision is that these accounting prices are not binding for the purchase and sale of banking metals by the National Bank of Ukraine. They serve for accounting purposes only.
### **On the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against foreign currencies**
This document is an official announcement by the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) on the establishment of the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against foreign currencies and SDRs (Special Drawing Rights) for a specific date – June 26, 2025.
The structure of the document is simple: it is a list of currencies with their numeric and alphabetic codes, the number of currency/SDR units, the name of the currency/SDR, and the official exchange rate of the hryvnia to each of them. The footnote states that these rates are used for accounting purposes, NBU transactions with the State Treasury Service of Ukraine (DKSU), and in other cases defined by law, but the NBU is not obliged to buy or sell currency at these rates.
The most important provision is, in fact, the official exchange rates themselves, as they serve as a benchmark for accounting, settlements with the DKSU, and other operations where an official exchange rate is required.
### **On Amending Appendix 3 to the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 689 of September 18, 2013**
This resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine amends the expense standards for holding state and international sports events. The changes relate to Appendix 3 to Resolution No. 689 of the CMU of September 18, 2013.
**Structure and Main Provisions:**
The resolution consists of one clause that amends a specific paragraph of the footnote to Appendix 3 of the main resolution. The digit “1” has been changed to “1.2” in the third paragraph of clause 2 of the footnotes.
**Key provisions for use:**
The change increases a certain coefficient that affects the calculation of expense standards for sports events. To accurately understand the impact of this change, it is necessary to refer to the full text of Resolution No. 689 of September 18, 2013, and Appendix 3 thereto, to see which expenses are affected by this coefficient.
### **On Amendments to the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine of October 24, 2012 No. 967**
This resolution amends the resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine of October 24, 2012
of 2013 No. 967, which approves the State Program for Providing Youth with Housing for 2013-2026.
The structure of the resolution consists of two points. The first point supplements point 4 of the previous resolution with the requirement to submit information on the progress of the program according to the established form. The second point adds an appendix to the resolution with a form for submitting information on the progress of the tasks and measures of the State Program for Providing Youth with Housing for 2013-2026.
The most important provision is the introduction of a standardized reporting form on the progress of the program, which should contribute to more effective monitoring and evaluation of its implementation.
[https://zakon.rada.gov.ua/go/737-2025-%D0%BF](https://zakon.rada.gov.ua/go/737-2025-%D0%BF)
### **Some Issues of Using Funds in 2025 under Budget Programs Not Implemented in 2023 and 2024**
Good day! Here is a brief overview of the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine of June 23, 2025, No. 737.
1. **Essence of the Law:**
This resolution defines the procedure for using funds received as grants from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and the European Commission, but not used in 2023 and 2024. The funds are redirected to finance new budget programs aimed at restoring and developing various sectors of the Ukrainian economy, including energy, education, agriculture, emergency situations, culture, healthcare, and infrastructure.
2. **Structure of the Law:**
The resolution consists of 6 points and an appendix. The main provisions include:
* Redistribution of JICA grant funds received in 2023 to new budget programs for various ministries and departments.
* Redistribution of the balance of funds from the special fund of the state budget, received in 2024 from JICA, to new budget programs.
* Redistribution of the balance of funds from the special fund of the state budget, received in 2024 from the European Commission, to the program of the Ministry of Community and Territorial Development for the restoration of port infrastructure.
* Establishment of the procedure for using grant funds, taking into account the changes made by this resolution.
* Amendments to other resolutions of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, in particular, regarding the replacement of the word “Ministry of Infrastructure” with “Ministry of Development” in the relevant texts.
* Instructions to the Ministry of Finance to ensure the determination of codes and names of new budget programs, amendments to the schedule of the special fund of the state budget, and adjustments to indicators of revenues, financing, and expenditures.
3. **Key Provisions for Use:**
* Funds are directed to the purchase of equipment and agency services for various ministries and departments.
* The balance of funds that were not used in previous years is redirected to new budget programs.
* It is established that the procedures for using grant funds, approved by previous resolutions, apply taking into account the changes made by this resolution.
* It is important that the transfer of objects acquired at the expense
and grants to enterprises, institutions, and organizations of communal and state ownership, as well as to business associations in whose statutory capital more than 50 percent of shares (stakes) belong to the state, is carried out in accordance with the established procedure.
* Amendments have been made to a number of CMU resolutions that change the name of the Ministry of Infrastructure of Ukraine to the Ministry of Development of Communities and Territories of Ukraine.
I hope this helps you better understand the essence of this act!
Issues of Joint Project with the International Development Association “Program for Improving Accessibility and Sustainability of Education in Crisis Conditions in Ukraine”
This order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine defines the attraction of a loan from the International Development Association in the amount of 4.9 million US dollars for the implementation of the project “Improving Accessibility and Sustainability of Education in Crisis Conditions in Ukraine.” In fact, this is a government decision to receive additional funding to support the education system in crisis situations.
The structure of the order is very simple: it consists of one point, which states the expediency of attracting a loan. Compared to previous versions (if any), this document records a specific amount of additional funding and the name of the project.
The most important provision of this order is the decision to attract a loan, as it opens the way to obtaining financial resources that can be used to support and develop education in crisis situations.
On the Lease of Property of the Joint-Stock Company “Ukrainian Railway” Without Conducting an Electronic Auction
This order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine allows the transfer for lease of part of the premises of the joint-stock company “Ukrainian Railway” to the state institution “Service Center of the National Police of Ukraine” without conducting an electronic auction.
**Structure and Main Provisions:**
The order consists of one point, which clearly defines the object of lease (part of the premises with an area of 269.6 sq. meters) and the lessee (state institution “Service Center of the National Police of Ukraine”). It is important that the transfer of property takes place without conducting an electronic auction.
**Main Provisions for Use:**
The key point is the permission to transfer property for lease without an auction. This means that the transfer procedure will be simplified, but requires strict compliance with the requirements of the law on the lease of state property.
On the Lease of Property of the Joint-Stock Company “Ukrainian Railway” Without Conducting an Electronic Auction
This order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine concerns the transfer for lease of state property, namely part of the premises belonging to the joint-stock company “Ukrainian Railway.” The peculiarity is that the transfer
Lease of property to the Vinnytsia Regional Prosecutor’s Office occurs without a mandatory electronic auction.
The structure of the order consists of one clause that clearly defines the object of lease (part of the premises with an area of 171.4 square meters) and the lessee (Vinnytsia Regional Prosecutor’s Office).
The most important provision of this order is the permission to transfer state property for lease without conducting an electronic auction, which is an exception to the general procedure that requires a mandatory auction for the transfer of state property for lease.
On Submission to the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine for Ratification of the Agreement between the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine and the Government of the Republic of Croatia on Cooperation in the Field of Mine Action
This order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine concerns the submission to the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine for ratification of the Agreement between the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine and the Government of the Republic of Croatia on Cooperation in the Field of Mine Action. In fact, the government initiates the ratification process of an international agreement with Croatia aimed at cooperation in the field of demining.
The structure of the order is simple: it consists of one clause that contains an instruction to submit the agreement for ratification. The text specifies the name of the agreement, its date, and place of signing.
The most important provision of this order is that it launches the ratification process of the agreement with Croatia. This means that the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine must consider and make a decision regarding the ratification of this agreement, which will pave the way for official cooperation between Ukraine and Croatia in the field of mine action.
On Amendments to the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 443 of April 14, 2021
Of course, here is a brief description of the amendments to the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine regarding the Barrier-Free Council:
1. **Essence of Changes:** The resolution amends the composition of the Barrier-Free Council, as well as the Regulations on the Council. The changes concern the introduction and removal of members of the Council, changes in positions and surnames, as well as the replacement of one word in the Regulations on the Council.
2. **Structure and Main Provisions:**
* **Changes to the Composition of the Council:** New members have been added, including the Vice Prime Minister of Ukraine – Minister for National Unity, the Minister of Defense, representatives of business associations, and the Embassy of Great Britain in Ukraine. Some members have been removed. The positions of some members of the Council have been clarified and the surname and patronymic have been corrected.
* **Changes to the Regulations on the Council:** The word “Ministry of Infrastructure” has been replaced with “Ministry of Community Development.”
3. **Key Provisions for Use:**
* The updated composition of the Barrier-Free Council, which should be considered when communicating and interacting with the Council.
* The change in the name of the body referred to in the Regulations on the Council (from the Ministry of Infrastructure to the Ministry of Community Development).
