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Digest of Legislative Acts
Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 988-r
This order provides for the redistribution of budget expenditures for the Ministry of Culture and Information Policy for the year 2024. Specifically, consumption expenditures are reduced by 16.2727 million UAH, which are redirected to the development expenditures of a program covering the production and broadcasting of programs for state needs. The Ministry of Finance is instructed to amend the state budget schedule.
Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 987-r
This order provides for the classification of the settlement of Tokarivka in the Voznesensk district of Mykolaiv region as a village. This decision is made in accordance with Article 13 of the Law of Ukraine “On the Procedure for Resolving Certain Issues of Administrative-Territorial Structure of Ukraine.”
Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine
The resolution amends the Charter of the Joint Stock Company “State Export-Import Bank of Ukraine.” The main changes relate to defining the Bank as a state legal entity engaged in banking activities, as well as regulating the procedures for management, reorganization, and liquidation of the Bank. The highest governing body remains the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine.
Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine
This resolution approves the Procedure for Fixing State Supervision Measures in the Field of Chemical Safety. It regulates the use of technical devices for photo and video recording, as well as the rules for storing and issuing such means. It is also determined that the results of the fixation are information to which access is regulated by the law on access to public information.
Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 990-r
This order changes the administrative-territorial status of the settlement of Vidrodzhennya in the Zhytomyr district, classifying it as a village. The decision is made based on Article 13 of the Law of Ukraine “On the Procedure for Resolving Certain Issues of Administrative-Territorial Structure of Ukraine.”
Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 989-r
The order provides for the classification of the settlements of Mineralni Vody and Novoselivske as villages, in accordance with Article 13 of the Law of Ukraine “On the Procedure for Resolving Certain Issues of Administrative-Territorial Structure of Ukraine.”
Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine
The Cabinet of Ministers has established the Council for State Support of Cinematography, which includes specialists from various fields. At the same time, the previous order regarding the composition of this Council, adopted in 2021, has been declared null and void.
Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 984-r
This order provides for the transfer of a civil protection facility to the ownership of the Mykolaiv city territorial community. The facility has a total area of 181.6 square meters, which will enhance the safety level for the community.
Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 983-r
This act amends the list of goods and sectors of the economy for which the National Bank may establish exceptions regarding foreign exchange operations. A clause has been added concerning goods imported by entities engaged in the use of nuclear energy.
Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine
This act amends previous orders regarding the allocation of funds from the reserve fund of the state budget to strengthen the state’s defense capabilities. The changes relate to orders made in April 2024.
Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 981-r
The order concerns the approval of candidates for positions as members of the supervisory board of the state enterprise “State Operator of the Rear.” Several candidates have been approved as independent members, as well as representatives of the state.
Resolutions of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 1160
This resolution establishes the Western Interregional Office of the State Migration Service. At the same time, the Office of the State Migration Service in Ivano-Frankivsk region and the Main Office in Lviv region have been liquidated.
Resolutions of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine
The budget of the Pension Fund for the year 2024 has been approved, with revenues amounting to 863.7 million UAH and expenditures of 860.9 million UAH. The main sources of revenue are the single social contribution and funding from the State Budget.
Resolutions of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine
This resolution provides for the redistribution of budget expenditures for the Ministry of Health for the year 2024, specifically a reduction in funding for the specialized medical assistance program by 295.4 million UAH. The changes also concern the list of medicines purchased with state funds.
Resolutions of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine
This order approves candidates for positions as members of the supervisory board of the “Defense Procurement Agency.” Several candidates have been approved as independent members and representatives of the state.
Resolutions of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 976-r
This order concerns the dismissal of Serhiy Boyev from the position of Deputy Minister for Strategic Industries of Ukraine. The reason for the dismissal is personal desire.
Resolutions of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 974-r
The order concerns the dismissal of Mykhailo Yanchuk from the position of Head of the State Agency for Water Resources of Ukraine. The basis for the dismissal is personal desire.
Resolutions of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine
Amendments have been made to the Procedure for Managing the Property of the Joint Stock Company “Ukrainian Railways.” The main changes relate to the possibility of alienating property for the needs of the security and defense sector under martial law, as well as introducing new requirements for leasing property.
Draft Law of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has adopted as a basis a draft law amending legislation in the field of national security and defense. The draft law provides for the development of civil-military cooperation and assistance at the pre-hospital stage.
Resolution of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine
The Verkhovna Rada has adopted an appeal to the governments and parliaments of EU countries regarding the synchronization of Ukrainian sanctions with European ones. The resolution emphasizes the importance of coordinated actions in response to Russian aggression.
Resolution of the National Bank of Ukraine No. 121
This resolution concerns the approval of amendments to the regulatory acts of the National Bank regulating financial monitoring. The changes include updates to the requirements for banks and financial monitoring institutions, particularly regarding ownership structure and ultimate beneficial owners.
Separate Opinion of a Judge of the Constitutional Court of Ukraine
Judge of the Constitutional Court P. Filyuk expressed a separate opinion regarding the unconstitutionality of the provision of the Law on the Reform of Prosecutor’s Offices. He believes that the provision allowing for the dismissal of a prosecutor during their temporary incapacity violates the Constitution and international labor standards.
Resolution of the Board of the Pension Fund of Ukraine No. 26-2
The resolution regulates the exchange of information between the Ministry of Finance and the Pension Fund for the verification of state payments. The amendments improve the control over the correctness of payments and adapt legislation to European standards.
Directive of the Ministry of Finance of Ukraine No. 420
The directive concerns amendments to the procedure for conducting the State Audit Office’s telephone “hotline.” The amendments clarify the responsibilities of structural units for processing citizens’ appeals.
Resolution of the National Commission
This resolution approves the Procedure for the State Tax Service to provide information on unpaid rent for the use of the radio frequency spectrum. It regulates the timelines and forms for submitting information, as well as actions in case of non-compliance.
Order of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine No. 510
The order approves the list of documents required for registering conscripts for military service. Among the documents are a passport, an extract from the community register, a certificate of internally displaced persons, a birth certificate, and others.
Review of each of legal acts published today:
On the Accounting Price of Banking Metals
The National Bank of Ukraine has published the accounting prices for banking metals as of October 15, 2024. In particular, the accounting price of gold is 109,253.00 UAH per troy ounce, silver – 1,283.03 UAH, platinum – 40,350.54 UAH, and palladium – 43,452.21 UAH. It is important to note that the prices are provided without any obligation for the NBU to buy or sell these metals at these prices.
On the Official Exchange Rate of the Hryvnia Against Foreign Currencies
The National Bank of Ukraine has published the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against foreign currencies as of October 15, 2024. The document provides exchange rates for various currencies, such as the US dollar, euro, British pound, and others. The rate reflects the value of one unit of foreign currency in hryvnias, which is used for accounting purposes and NBU operations. It is important to note that the NBU is not obligated to buy or sell currencies at these rates.
The order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated October 11, 2024, No. 988-r provides for the redistribution of expenditures of the state budget for the Ministry of Culture and Information Policy for 2024. In particular, it involves a reduction of consumption expenditures by 16.2727 million UAH and their redirection to development expenditures within a program covering the production and broadcasting of programs for state needs. The Ministry of Finance is instructed to make the appropriate changes to the state budget outline.
The order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated October 11, 2024, No. 987-r provides for the assignment of the settlement of Tokarivka in the Voznesensk district of Mykolaiv region to the category of villages. This decision is made in accordance with Article 13 of the Law of Ukraine “On the Procedure for Resolving Certain Issues of the Administrative-Territorial Structure of Ukraine.”
On Amending the Charter of the Joint Stock Company “State Export-Import Bank of Ukraine”
The resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated October 11, 2024, introduced amendments to the Charter of the Joint Stock Company “State Export-Import Bank of Ukraine.” The main provisions of the Charter define the Bank as a state legal entity engaged in banking activities, including the provision of financial services and support for export-import operations. The Bank has the right to manage its property, enter into transactions, keep accounting records and reports, as well as carry out internal control. The highest governing body of the Bank is the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, which also performs the functions of a shareholder. The Charter defines the management structure, including the supervisory board and management board, their powers and responsibilities. The amendments to the Charter also regulate the procedures for the reorganization and liquidation of the Bank, as well as the procedure for making amendments to the Charter.
On Approving the Procedure for Recording State Supervision (Control) Measures in the Field of Chemical Safety and Management of Chemical Products or Individual Actions by Technical Devices and Means with Photo and/or Video Recording, Audio and/or Video Recording Functions
The resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated October 11, 2024, approves the Procedure for recording state supervision measures in the field of chemical safety, regulating the use of technical devices for photo and video recording. The document defines the mechanism for recording, storing, and issuing such means, as well as the procedure for processing the obtained data. The results of recording are considered information, the access to which is regulated by the law on access to public information. Authorized persons are required to inform business entities about the use of technical means and to record key moments of the supervision. The Procedure also includes requirements for the safety, preservation, and accounting of technical means, as well as defines the terms for storing the obtained materials. Importantly, the deletion of data is only possible by decision of the management of the supervisory authority.
On Assigning the Settlement of Vidrodzhennia in the Zhytomyr District of Zhytomyr Region to the Category of Villages
The order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated October 11, 2024, No. 990-r aims to change the administrative-territorial status of the settlement of Vidrodzhennia, located in the Zhytomyr district of Zhytomyr region. According to this document, the settlement of Vidrodzhennia will be assigned to the category of villages in accordance with part one of Article 13 of the Law of Ukraine “On the Procedure for Resolving Certain Issues of the Administrative-Territorial Structure of Ukraine.”
On Assigning the Settlements of Mineralni Vody and Novoselivske in the Pavlohrad District of Dnipropetrovsk Region to the Category of Villages
The order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated October 11, 2024, No. 989-r provides for the assignment of the settlements of Mineralni Vody and Novoselivske, located in the Pavlohrad district of Dnipropetrovsk region, to the category of villages. This decision is made in accordance with part one of Article 13 of the Law of Ukraine “On the Procedure for Resolving Certain Issues of the Administrative-Territorial Structure of Ukraine.”
On the Establishment of the Council for State Support of Cinematography and Approval of its Composition
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has established the Council for State Support of Cinematography in accordance with the Law of Ukraine. The Council’s composition includes specialists from various fields, including lawyers, producers, directors, and film experts. The previous order regarding the composition of this Council, adopted in 2021, has been recognized as invalid.
On the Transfer of a Civil Defense Protective Structure to the Ownership of the Mykolaiv City Territorial Community of the Stryi District of Lviv Region
The order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated October 11, 2024, No. 984-r provides for the transfer of the civil defense protective structure No. 31363, located at 9-V Sheptytsky St. in Mykolaiv, Stryi District of Lviv Region, to the ownership of the Mykolaiv City Territorial Community. The total area of the structure is 181.6 square meters.
On Amending the Appendix to the Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated February 13, 2019, No. 76
The order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated October 11, 2024, No. 983-r amends the appendix to the order dated February 13, 2019, No. 76. In particular, a new item 15 has been added to the list of goods and sectors of the economy for which the National Bank may establish exceptions regarding currency operations. This item pertains to goods classified under certain codes of the Ukrainian Classification of Foreign Economic Activity (UKT ZED) whose import is carried out by entities engaged in the use of nuclear energy, as well as services for conversion and enrichment of these goods.
On Amending Certain Orders of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine Regarding the Allocation of Funds from the Reserve Fund of the State Budget for Activities Related to Strengthening the Defense Capability of the State
This act is an order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine that introduces amendments to previous orders regarding the allocation of funds from the reserve fund of the state budget. The amendments are aimed at supporting activities related to strengthening the defense capability of the state. These amendments pertain to orders adopted in April 2024 and clarify funding for relevant defense activities.
Issues of the Supervisory Board of the State Enterprise of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine “State Logistics Operator”
The order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated October 11, 2024, No. 981-r concerns the approval of candidates for the positions of members of the supervisory board of the state enterprise of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine “State Logistics Operator.” In particular, the following candidates are approved: Simon Woodward, Anna Oleksiyivna Demchenko, Mykola Oleksandrovych Royenko as independent members, and Nadiya Valeriyivna Bihun and Yuliya Leonidivna Marushevska as representatives of the state.
On the Establishment of an Interregional Territorial Authority and LiquidationMigration Service of Ukraine
By the resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated October 11, 2024, No. 1160, the Western Interregional Department of the State Migration Service is established as a legal entity under public law. Concurrently, the State Migration Service Department in Ivano-Frankivsk region and the Main Department of the State Migration Service in Lviv region are dissolved. The dissolved bodies will continue to perform their functions until the completion of the formation of the new department, which will be located in Lviv.
On the approval of the budget of the Pension Fund of Ukraine for the year 2024
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has approved the budget of the Pension Fund for the year 2024. Overall, the budget anticipates revenues of UAH 863.7 million and expenditures of UAH 860.9 million, leaving UAH 2.8 million at the end of the year. The main sources of revenue are the single social insurance contribution and financing from the State Budget for pension payments, allowances, and increases. Expenditures on pension provision for individuals covered by the legislation constitute the majority of total expenditures, including payments for military personnel and social payments for veterans and those affected by the Chernobyl disaster.
On the redistribution of certain expenditures of the state budget provided for the Ministry of Health for the year 2024, and amendments to the list of medicinal products, medical devices, and related auxiliary means purchased with state budget funds for the implementation of programs and centralized health protection measures
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has adopted a resolution that provides for the redistribution of state budget expenditures for the Ministry of Health for the year 2024. In particular, it is planned to reduce financing for the specialized medical assistance program by UAH 295.4 million and direct these funds to ensure medical measures for certain state programs. Amendments have also been made to the list of medicinal products and medical devices purchased with state funds, adding a position for the procurement of a linear accelerator system for healthcare institutions. The Ministry of Finance is to ensure the relevant amendments are made to the state budget schedule.
On the supervisory board of the state enterprise of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine “Defense Procurement Agency”
The order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated October 11, 2024, No. 980-r concerns the approval of candidates for positions on the supervisory board of the state enterprise of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine “Defense Procurement Agency.” In particular, the candidates Auroy Patrick, Kuznetsova Kateryna Stanislavivna, and Stolyarsky Lukash have been approved as independent members, as well as Dzhygyr Yuriy Anatoliyovych and Chmut Taras Mykolayovych as representatives of the state.
On the dismissal of Boyev S.S. from the position of Deputy Minister of Strategic Industries of Ukraine for European Integration
The order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated October 11, 2024, No. 976-r pertains to the dismissal of Serhiy Serhiyovych Boyev from the position of Deputy Minister of Strategic Industries of Ukraine for European Integration. The reason for dismissal is personal desire.
On the appointment of Denisyuk M.O. as Deputy Minister for Communities and Territorial Development of Ukraine
The order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated October 11, 2024, No. 975-r appoints Denisyuk Maryna Oleksandrivna as Deputy Minister for Communities and Territorial Development of Ukraine.
On the dismissal of Yanchuk M.O. from the position of Head of the State Agency for Water Resources of Ukraine
The order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated October 11, 2024, No. 974-r concerns the dismissal of Yanchuk Mykhailo Oleksandrovych from the position of Head of the State Agency for Water Resources of Ukraine. The basis for dismissal is personal desire.
On amendments to the procedure for the management of property of the joint-stock company “Ukrainian Railways”
By the resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated October 11, 2024, amendments have been made to the procedure for the management of property of the joint-stock company “Ukrainian Railways.” The main changes include:
– The addition of the possibility of disposing of property through sale and lease for the needs of the security and defense sector under martial law.
– The introduction of a requirement for the approval of decisions by the supervisory board or management regarding the leasing of property if its book value exceeds UAH 500 million.
– The introduction of a new clause that regulates the anonymity of information about participants and results of electronic auctions during martial law, with the possibility of publishing documents after its termination.
– The starting price of lots for electronic auctions is determined in accordance with another resolution regulating the disposal of property of state joint-stock companies.
On the acceptance in principle of the draft Law of Ukraine on amendments to certain legislative acts of Ukraine in the field of national security and defense regarding the provision of assistance at the pre-hospital stage and the implementation of civil-military cooperation
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has accepted in principle the draft law that makes amendments to the legislation in the field of national security and defense. The draft law provides for the provision of assistance at the pre-hospital stage and the development of civil-military cooperation. The Committee on National Security has been tasked with finalizing the draft taking into account the received amendments and submitting it for a second reading.
On the Address of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine to the governments and parliaments of the European Union member states, the European Commission, and the Council of the European Union regarding the synchronization of Ukrainian special economic and other restrictive measures (sanctions) with the European Union’s restrictive measures
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has adopted an address to the governments and parliaments of the European Union member states, the European Commission, and the Council of the European Union regarding the synchronization of Ukrainian sanctions with European ones. The resolution emphasizes the importance of coordinated actions in response to Russian aggression, particularly in the information sphere, and calls for the implementation of similar restrictive measures against so-called “telecommunications providers” operating in occupied territories. It also urges the international community to increase pressure on Russia, expand military-technical assistance to Ukraine, impose new sanctions on strategic sources of income for Russia, and create a register of individuals circumventing sanctions. The resolution takes effect from the moment of adoption.
On the approval of amendments to certain regulatory acts of the National Bank of Ukraine regarding financial monitoring
Analysis of the Resolution of the National Bank of Ukraine No. 121 dated October 5, 2024
The resolution of the Board of the National Bank of Ukraine No. 121 dated October 5, 2024, concerns the approval of amendments to certain regulatory acts of the National Bank of Ukraine that regulate financial monitoring issues.
Main provisions of the resolution
1. Approval of amendments to regulatory acts
The resolution approves amendments to two main provisions:
– Regulation on the implementation of financial monitoring by banks (Resolution No. 65 dated May 19, 2020, with amendments).
– Regulation on the implementation of financial monitoring by institutions (Resolution No. 107 dated July 28, 2020, with amendments).
2. Requirements for banks
Banks are given a period of one month from the date of the resolution coming into effect to bring their practices in line with the amendments to Regulation No. 65. This includes updating the client questionnaire for resident legal entities and creating a register of discrepancies regarding beneficial owners (BO) and ownership structure.
3. Requirements for financial monitoring institutions
Institutions must make changes to Regulation No. 107 within one month from the date of the resolution coming into effect. This includes updating the client questionnaire for resident legal entities, relevant client lists, and a register of discrepancies regarding BO and ownership structure.
4. Control over the execution of the resolution
The responsibility for monitoring the compliance with the resolution is assigned to the Deputy Head of the National Bank of Ukraine.ical for the effective management of pension payments to citizens. The adjustments also align with international standards for electronic identification and trust services, thereby enhancing the overall integrity of the system.**On Certain Issues of Information Exchange Between the Ministry of Finance of Ukraine and the Pension Fund of Ukraine for the Verification and Monitoring of State Payments**
Order of the Ministry of Finance of Ukraine dated September 6, 2024, No. 427 regulates the exchange of information between the Ministry of Finance and the Pension Fund for the verification and monitoring of state payments. The document amends the previous order, specifically updating the wording regarding electronic identification and trusted services. It also establishes a new deadline for submitting monitoring results by the 10th of each month. The order comes into effect upon its official publication.
**On Amendments to the Procedure for Conducting the Telephone “Hotline” of the State Audit Office and its Interregional Territorial Bodies**
Analysis of the Order of the Ministry of Finance of Ukraine No. 420 dated August 30, 2024
General Information
Order No. 420, issued on August 30, 2024, by the Ministry of Finance of Ukraine, was registered with the Ministry of Justice of Ukraine on September 16, 2024, under No. 1393/42738, concerning amendments to the procedure for conducting the telephone “hotline” of the State Audit Office of Ukraine and its interregional territorial bodies.
Main Changes to the Procedure
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Changes to the Procedure for Conducting the Telephone “Hotline”
- Paragraph 7: Replacement of the wording “Department of Information and Public Communication, Consideration of Citizens’ Appeals” with “responsible structural unit of the State Audit Office.” This clarifies the responsibility for information and communication processes within the State Audit Office.
- Paragraph 12: Replacement of the words “Department of Document Management and Control of Executive Discipline of the State Audit Office, as well as the responsible structural unit” with “Document Management Service of the State Audit Office, as well as responsible units.” This changes the responsible structures for document management and control of discipline.
- Paragraph 18: Rephrased: “Control over the timely consideration of citizens’ appeals received via the telephone ‘hotline’ is assigned to the responsible units of the State Audit Office and its interregional territorial bodies.” This clearly defines the responsible units for the prompt consideration of citizens’ appeals.
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Responsibilities of the Department for Coordination and Monitoring Work
- Ensure the submission of this order for state registration to the Ministry of Justice of Ukraine.
- Publication of this order.
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Entry into Force
This order comes into effect on the day of its official publication.
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Control over the Execution of the Order
Control over the execution of this order is assigned to the First Deputy Minister of Finance of Ukraine D.V. Ulyutin and the Head of the State Audit Office of Ukraine A.V. Basalaev.
Approval
The order has been agreed upon by the Commissioner of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine for Human Rights, D. Lubinets, and the Head of the State Audit Office of Ukraine, A. Basalaeva.
Conclusion
The amendments made aim to clarify the responsibilities of the structural units of the State Audit Office of Ukraine in the process of handling citizens’ appeals via the telephone “hotline,” as well as to enhance the effectiveness of control over the timely consideration of these appeals.
**On Approving the Procedure for the State Tax Service of Ukraine to Provide Information on Non-Payment or Partial Payment of Rent for the Use of the Radio Frequency Spectrum of Ukraine to the State Budget of Ukraine**
The resolution of the National Commission, which carries out state regulation in the fields of electronic communications, approves the Procedure for the State Tax Service of Ukraine to provide information on non-payment or partial payment of rent for the use of the radio frequency spectrum. This procedure regulates the provision of information over three months or more, defines the deadlines and form of submission, and also outlines actions in case of non-compliance with established requirements. Information is provided at the initiative of both the State Tax Service and the National Commission for Electronic Communications, aimed at monitoring compliance by payers with their obligations regarding rent payments.
**On Approving the List of Documents to Be Provided by Citizens of Ukraine When Registering for Military Service**
Order of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine dated July 26, 2024, No. 510 approves the list of documents that citizens of Ukraine must provide when registering for military service. In particular, this list includes: passport of a citizen of Ukraine, extract from the register of the territorial community, certificate of registration as an internally displaced person (for IDPs), birth certificate, document of registration in the State Register of Individuals, educational document, certificate from the place of study or work (if any), and four photographs. This order comes into effect upon its official publication, unless electronic information interaction is possible.[:]
