Digest of Legislation of Ukraine
Bank Metals
The National Bank of Ukraine sets accounting prices for bank metals (gold, silver, platinum, palladium) as of September 17, 2025. These prices are used for accounting purposes only and are not binding for NBU’s purchase and sale transactions.
Official Exchange Rate of Hryvnia
The National Bank of Ukraine determines the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against foreign currencies and SDRs as of September 17, 2025. These rates are used for accounting purposes, NBU transactions with the State Treasury Service of Ukraine, and other cases defined by law, but do not oblige the NBU to buy or sell currencies at these rates.
Appointment of the Head of the State Service of Ukraine for Geodesy, Cartography and Cadastre
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine appointed Dmytro Hennadiiovych Makarenko as the Head of the State Service of Ukraine for Geodesy, Cartography and Cadastre for a term limited to 12 months after the termination or cancellation of martial law.
Appointment of the State Secretary of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine appointed Maksym Anatoliiovych Malashkin as the State Secretary of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, with the term of office limited to 12 months after the termination or cancellation of martial law.
Appointment of the Deputy State Secretary of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine appointed Ivan Serhiiovych Sopiha as the Deputy State Secretary of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine for a term not exceeding 12 months after the termination or cancellation of martial law.
Amendments to the Composition of the Interdepartmental Working Group on Humanitarian Demining
The government has amended the composition of the Interdepartmental Working Group on Humanitarian Demining, renaming the positions of the group members and excluding one of the positions. The head of the group is now the Minister of Economy, Environment and Agriculture, and the State Secretary of the Ministry of Defense is a member instead of the Deputy Minister of Defense.
Amendments to the Comprehensive Program for Improving the Safety Level of NPP Power Units
Amendments have been made to the Comprehensive Program for Improving the Safety Level of Nuclear Power Plant Power Units, changing the name of the contractor to JSC “NNEGC “Energoatom” and clarifying the terms of the program, taking into account the temporary occupation of Zaporizhzhia NPP.
Changes Regarding the Military Medical Examination
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has amended the resolution on military medical examination, expanding the list of health care facilities where medical examinations of servicemen can be conducted, regulating the issue of conducting military medical commissions for servicemen of the Foreign Intelligence Service, and clarifying the list of issues to be resolved by the military medical commission regarding the need for leave, treatment, and prosthetics.
Use of Funds to Support the Institutional Capacity of State Authorities
Funds allocated to the Ministry of Finance of Ukraine to support the institutional capacity of state authorities can now be used to pay wages and related charges, as provided for by the Law of Ukraine “On the State Budget of Ukraine for 2025”.
Expansion of the Powers of the State Service for Education Quality
The powers of the State Service for Education Quality of Ukraine have been expanded regarding internal control and audit. Now, the Service is responsible for ensuring the functioning of internal control and conducting internal audits not only in its central office, but also in its territorial bodies, at enterprises, institutions and organizations that belong to its sphere of management.
Changes to the Procedure for Submitting Applications for Compensation of Damages to the Register through “Diia”
The list of damages that can be claimed has been expanded, and the terminology has been clarified to more clearly define the categories of persons who can claim compensation for damages caused by the aggression of the Russian Federation. The list of information available through electronic registers has been expanded.
Amendments to the Regulation on Determining the Belonging of Services to Financial/Payment Services and Identifying Unlicensed Activities
Amendments have been made to the regulation in accordance with the Law of Ukraine “On Administrative Procedure”, and the procedure for the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) in the process of detecting and responding to unlicensed activities in the market of non-banking financial and payment services is clarified.
Amendments to the Regulation on Registration of Collection Companies
The requirements for the business reputation of managers and owners are clarified, and the list of documents required for registration is updated. Also, the possibility of a temporary ban on debt settlement is introduced.
Information Support to Consumer Credit Unions
Requirements are established for the information support of credit union members when providing them with services for attracting funds and bank metals, in order to protect the rights of financial service consumers.
Requirements for Contracts of Credit Unions
The resolution approves a new regulation that establishes clear requirements for contracts between credit unions and their members regarding the attraction of funds and bank metals on deposit.
Improvement of Cash Circulation
Amendments are made to the NBU’s regulatory legal acts governing cash circulation. The goal is to improve the procedure for processing banknotes and coins, as well as to minimize risks during the exchange of worn-out money.
Requirements for Heads of Nuclear Facilities
The requirements for education, work experience, qualifications and other criteria that must be met by managers and their deputies in organizations operating nuclear facilities, in particular, those under the management of the Ministry of Energy of Ukraine, are clarified.
Algorithm for Forming a Digital Code of the Model Charter of a Public Association
The algorithm for forming a digital code of the model charter of a public association has been approved. This algorithm allows to automate the process of selecting the provisions of the model charter, which simplifies the creation and registration of public associations.
Departmental Incentive Awards of the State Energy Supervision
The scope of the regulation on departmental incentive awards of the State Inspection for Energy Supervision of Ukraine has been expanded, adding the natural gas market to the electricity and heat supply industries.
Appeals Against Decisions of the Pension Fund
It was decided that now, in addition to judicial appeal, the decision can be appealed in administrative order, first to the head of the territorial body of the Pension Fund, and then, in case of refusal, to the Pension Fund of Ukraine, taking into account the requirements of the Law of Ukraine “On Administrative Procedure”.
Technical Administrators of the National Electronic Communications Network
Regulatory legal acts have been brought into compliance with current legislation, in particular, the Law of Ukraine “On Amendments to Certain Laws of Ukraine on the Functioning of the National Confidential Communications System and the National Electronic Communications Network.”
Official Investigations in the National Guard of Ukraine
The list of cases when an official investigation is conducted has been expanded, and an exception is added regarding the conduct of an investigation in cases of damage caused by the actions of the enemy during hostilities.
Electronic Information Interaction
New data on the heads of legal entities-debtors are added and information on individuals for verification is expanded.
Inspections in the Field of Postal Services
A new version of the unified form of the act, which is drawn up based on the results of inspections of compliance with legislation in the field of postal services, has been approved.
Review of each of legal acts published today:
On the accounting price of bank metals
This announcement of the National Bank of Ukraine establishes the accounting prices for bank metals, such as gold, silver, platinum, and palladium, as of September 17, 2025. 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 announcement is simple: it contains a table with codes (numeric and alphabetic), the number of troy ounces and the name of the bank metal, as well as the corresponding accounting price in hryvnias.
The most important provision is that these accounting prices are indicative and are not binding for the purchase or sale of bank metals by the National Bank of Ukraine.
On the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against foreign currencies
This announcement of the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) contains the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against foreign currencies and SDRs (Special Drawing Rights) for a specific date – September 17, 2025. The document specifies the numeric and alphabetic codes of currencies, the number of units of currency/SDR, the name of the currency/SDR, and the official exchange rate of the hryvnia to each of them.
The structure of the announcement is simple: it is a table where each currency is represented by a separate row with the corresponding data. It is important to note that these rates are used for reflection in accounting, for NBU operations with the State Treasury Service of Ukraine (DKSU), and in other cases defined by the legislation of Ukraine.
The most important provision of this announcement is that the NBU does not undertake any obligation to buy or sell these currencies at these rates. These rates are a benchmark for accounting and other cases defined by law, but are not binding for foreign exchange transactions in the market.
On the extension of the probationary period for Kichuk N.M.
This order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine concerns personnel matters and provides for the extension of the probationary period for the Deputy Head of the State Agency for the Management of Reserves of Ukraine, Nataliia Mykhailivna Kichuk. The probationary period is extended for one month.
The structure of the order consists of the title of the document, the date and place of issue, the text of the order, and the signature of the Prime Minister of Ukraine. The document contains a reference to the previous order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated July 2, 2025 No. 636, which established the probationary period for the specified person.
The main provision to be considered when using this order is the extension of the probationary period for one month, which affects the assessment of the professional qualities and suitability of Kichuk N.M. for the position.
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### **On the Appointment of Makarenko D.H. as the Head of the State Service of Ukraine for Geodesy, Cartography and Cadastre**
This is an order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine regarding the appointment of Dmytro Hennadiiovych Makarenko as the Head of the State Service of Ukraine for Geodesy, Cartography and Cadastre.
The order consists of a single clause, which specifies the appointment of Makarenko D.H. to the position of Head of the State Service for Geodesy, Cartography and Cadastre. The term of office is limited to 12 months after the termination or cancellation of martial law. Remuneration will be carried out in accordance with current legislation.
The most important provision of this order is the appointment of a person to the position of Head of the State Service for Geodesy, Cartography and Cadastre, as this ensures the functioning and fulfillment of the tasks assigned to this service.
### **On the Dismissal of Makarenko D.H. from the Position of Deputy Head of the State Service of Ukraine for Geodesy, Cartography and Cadastre**
This order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine concerns personnel issues. It provides for the dismissal of Dmytro Hennadiiovych Makarenko from the position of Deputy Head of the State Service of Ukraine for Geodesy, Cartography and Cadastre. The basis for dismissal is the agreement of the parties, in accordance with paragraph 3 of part one of Article 83 of the Law of Ukraine “On Civil Service”.
The structure of the order consists of the title, the preamble containing the decision on dismissal, a reference to the legislative basis, and the signature of the Prime Minister of Ukraine.
The main provision of the order is the direct decision to dismiss a specific person from a specific position on the basis of an agreement between the parties. For practical use, it is important to take into account the date of dismissal and ensure proper execution of all necessary documents related to the dismissal of a civil servant.
### **On the Dismissal of Shapovalova V.V. from the Position of State Secretary of the Ministry for Veterans Affairs of Ukraine**
This order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine concerns personnel issues and provides for the dismissal of a specific person from office.
The order consists of one clause, which directly concerns the dismissal of Vita Viktorivna Shapovalova from the position of State Secretary of the Ministry for Veterans Affairs of Ukraine. The basis for dismissal is her own desire.
The main provision of this order is the fact of termination of the powers of the State Secretary of the Ministry for Veterans Affairs of Ukraine, which may be important for the organization of the ministry’s work and will require the appointment of a new State Secretary.
### **On the Dismissal of Postolovska I.O. from the Position of Deputy Minister of Social Policy, Family and Unity of Ukraine for European Integration**
This order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine concerns personnel matters. It provides for the dismissal of Iryna Oleksandrivna Postolovska from the position of Deputy Minister of Social Policy, Family and Unity of Ukraine for European Integration. The basis for dismissal is her own desire.
The order consists of one paragraph, which clearly states the full name of the person being dismissed, their position, and the date of dismissal.
The main provision of this order is the direct fact of the dismissal of a person from office, which may be important for the organization of the work of the Ministry of Social Policy, Family and Unity of Ukraine.
### **On the Appointment of Malashkin M.A. as State Secretary of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine**
This order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine concerns the appointment of Maksym Anatoliyovych Malashkin to the position of State Secretary of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine. In fact, this document appoints a specific person to a specific position in the Ministry of Defense. The term of office is limited to 12 months after the termination or cancellation of martial law.
The structure of the order is simple: it contains the title, date, number, heading on the appointment, the text of the order itself, and the signature of the Prime Minister. The main change it makes is the appointment of a specific person to the position of State Secretary of the Ministry of Defense.
The most important provision is the very fact of the appointment of Malashkin M.A. to the position of State Secretary of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, as well as the restriction of his term in office to a period not exceeding 12 months after the end of martial law.
### **On the Appointment of Sopiha I.S. as Deputy State Secretary of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine**
This order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine concerns personnel matters. It provides for the appointment of Ivan Serhiyovych Sopiha to the position of Deputy State Secretary of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine. The appointment is valid for a period not exceeding 12 months after the termination or cancellation of martial law.
The structure of the order is simple: it contains the title, date, number, heading, text on the appointment, and the signature of the Prime Minister of Ukraine. The order does not contain any changes compared to previous versions, as it is an individual act on appointment to a position.
The most important provision of this order is that the appointment of Sopiha I.S. to the position of Deputy State Secretary of the CMU is temporary.
і обмежене періодом дії воєнного стану та 12 місяцями після його завершення.
### **On Dismissal of I.S. Sopiha from the Position of State Secretary of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine**
This order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine concerns personnel matters and provides for the dismissal of Ivan Serhiyovych Sopiha from the position of State Secretary of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine.
The structure of the order is simple: it consists of the title, date and number, the text of the order, the signature of the Prime Minister of Ukraine, and the index. The order is based on paragraph 3 of part one of Article 83 of the Law of Ukraine “On Civil Service”, which provides for dismissal by agreement of the parties.
The main provision of this order is the direct dismissal of a specific person from a specific position.
### **On Amendments to the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 136 of February 14, 2023**
This resolution amends the composition and regulations of the Interdepartmental Working Group on Humanitarian Demining, established by the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 136 of February 14, 2023. The changes concern the renaming of positions of members of the group and the exclusion of one of the positions.
The structure of the resolution includes:
1. Preamble, which indicates the basis for the amendments – Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 136 of February 14, 2023.
2. Amendments to the composition of the Interdepartmental Working Group, where certain positions are replaced and excluded.
3. Amendment to paragraph three of clause 7 of the Regulations on the Interdepartmental Working Group, which specifies the position of the head of the group.
Key provisions that may be important for use:
* Change of the title of the head of the Interdepartmental Working Group to “Minister of Economy, Environment and Agriculture”.
* Replacement of “Deputy Minister of Defense” with “State Secretary of the Ministry of Defense” in the composition of the group.
* Exclusion of the position of “Deputy Minister of Agrarian Policy and Food” from the composition of the group.
### **On Amendments to the Comprehensive (Consolidated) Program for Improving the Safety Level of Nuclear Power Plant Units**
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1. **Essence of Changes:** The resolution amends the Comprehensive (Consolidated) Program for Improving the Safety Level of Nuclear Power Plant Units. The changes concern the name of the program executor and clarification of the program implementation deadlines, taking into account the temporary occupation of the Zaporizhzhia NPP.
2. **Structure and Main Provisions:**
* The law amends the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 1270 of December 7, 2011.
* The name of the program executor has been changed from “State EnterprEnterprise “NAEK “Energoatom” to “JSC “NAEK “Energoatom”.
* The deadlines for the program implementation have been clarified, in particular, it is determined that the completion dates for measures at the Zaporizhzhia NPP will be determined after the de-occupation and inspection of its condition.
* The program is planned to be implemented during 2012-2030 at all nuclear power plants, except for the Zaporizhzhia NPP.
3. **Most Important Provisions:**
* The change in the name of the program executor reflects the organizational and legal changes in the “Energoatom” company.
* Taking into account the fact of the temporary occupation of the Zaporizhzhia NPP and postponing the deadlines for the program implementation at this plant is important given the current situation in the country.
* Setting the final deadline for the program implementation to 2030.
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On Amendments to the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine of March 7, 2025, No. 270
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1. **Essence of the Law:** This resolution amends the previous resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine regarding the conduct of military medical examination. The amendments concern the procedure for conducting medical examinations of military personnel of various agencies (State Border Guard Service, National Guard, State Security Administration, Security Service, Foreign Intelligence Service) for the period of martial law and for one year after its cancellation.
2. **Structure and Main Provisions:**
* The resolution amends paragraphs 1 and 2 of the CMU Resolution No. 270 of March 7, 2025.
* **Paragraph 1** stipulates that medical examinations of military personnel of the above-mentioned agencies are conducted by military medical commissions (VLCs) or medical (military medical) commissions established in healthcare facilities that belong to the sphere of management of the respective agencies, as well as in communal or state healthcare facilities. Decisions are made on the basis of the Schedule of Diseases and other documents defined by the Regulation on Military Medical Examination in the Armed Forces of Ukraine. Also, the issues on which the VLCs make decisions are determined (need for leave for treatment, long-term treatment, prosthetics, etc.).
* **Paragraph 2** is supplemented by a provision on the possibility of involving state bodies in the implementation of the resolution (with consent).
3. **Key Provisions for Use:**
* **The list of healthcare facilities** where medical examinations of military personnel of certain agencies can be carried out has been expanded.
* **The issue of conducting VLCs** for military personnel of the Foreign Intelligence Service who are not undergoing treatment in departmental healthcare facilities has been regulated.
* **The list of issues** that are resolved by the VLC regarding the need for
