Digest of Ukrainian Legislation<\/title> \n<\/head><\/p>\n<h4>Digest of Ukrainian Legislation<\/h4>\n<h5>On Accounting Prices for Bank Metals<\/h5>\nThe National Bank of Ukraine regularly publishes accounting prices for bank metals, such as gold, silver, platinum, and palladium. These prices are used for accounting and valuation of assets in bank metals. It is important to note that the NBU is not obliged to buy or sell these metals at the stated prices.<\/p>\n<h5>On the Official Exchange Rate of the Hryvnia<\/h5>\nThe National Bank of Ukraine daily sets the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against foreign currencies and SDRs. These rates are used for accounting and NBU transactions with the State Treasury Service of Ukraine. The NBU does not undertake to buy or sell these currencies at the stated rates.<\/p>\n<h5>Changes Regarding the Protection of IDP Rights<\/h5>\nThe Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has amended the resolution on the protection of the rights of internally displaced persons (IDPs). The powers of the working group have been expanded, which will now facilitate the coordination of state policy on the protection of the rights of IDPs during evacuation, adaptation, integration, reintegration, as well as the return to Ukraine of citizens who left the country due to the war.<\/p>\n<h5>Changes in the Composition of the Commission on the Protection of Persons Affected by the Chernobyl Disaster<\/h5>\nThe Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has amended the composition of the Temporary Special Commission on Strengthening Social Protection of Citizens Affected by the Chernobyl Disaster and the Use of Contaminated Territories. Tetiana Vasylivna Skrypka was dismissed from the position of a member of the commission and Artem Serhiyovych Nagaievsky was appointed, both are People’s Deputies from the “Servant of the People” faction.<\/p>\n<h5>Changes Regarding the Passport of a Citizen of Ukraine<\/h5>\nThe Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has amended the resolution regarding the passport of a citizen of Ukraine. The updated Regulation on the Passport of a Citizen of Ukraine has been approved and the validity of the Regulation on the Passport of a Citizen of Ukraine for Traveling Abroad has been canceled. The language for making entries in the passport of a citizen of Ukraine in the form of a passport booklet is determined by the Law of Ukraine “On Ensuring the Functioning of the Ukrainian Language as the State Language”.<\/p>\n<h5>Inclusion of Draft Laws in t## Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine (VRU) Agenda<\/p>\nThe Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has amended the session’s agenda, adding a list of draft laws for consideration. In particular, these include amendments to the Civil Code of Ukraine, amendments regarding the social protection of servicemen, as well as clarifications to the legal regulation of issues concerning the military service of employees of intelligence agencies of Ukraine.<\/p>\n## Allocation of Funds for Compensation for Destroyed Housing<\/p>\nThe Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has allocated over 2.4 billion hryvnias to the Ministry for Communities, Territories and Infrastructure Development from the fund for the liquidation of the consequences of armed aggression. These funds are intended for the payment of compensation to citizens whose homes were destroyed as a result of armed aggression, through the purchase of new housing or financing its construction using housing certificates.<\/p>\n## Extension of the Validity of Special Obligations in the Electricity Market<\/p>\nThe Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has extended the term of the provision on the imposition of special obligations on participants in the electricity market to ensure public interests until April 30, 2026.<\/p>\n## Amendments to the Procedure for Conducting the Unified State Qualification Exam for Medical Specialties<\/p>\nThe Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has amended the procedure for conducting the unified state qualification exam for medical specialties. The possibility of retaking the exam at one’s own expense under martial law has been provided, and the status of students who failed the exam the first time has been regulated, with the possibility of repeated study at the expense of individuals and\/or legal entities. Also, the right to a one-time retake of the exam until the end of 2025 has been granted to those who failed the exam in 2025.<\/p>\n## Amendments to the Procedure for Payment of One-Time Financial Assistance to Families of Deceased Defenders of Ukraine<\/p>\nThe Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has amended the procedure for the payment of one-time financial assistance to families of deceased (dead) Defenders of Ukraine. The amount of assistance has been changed to UAH 15 million and is paid in equal installments, taking into account the amount previously paid. A phased payment of assistance has been established, the specifics of which must be approved by the Ministry of Veterans Affairs in coordination with the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Economy.<\/p>\n<h3>Review of each of legal acts published today:<\/strong><\/h3>\n### **On the accounting price of banking metals**<\/p>\nThis document is a notification from the National Bank of Ukraine on the accounting prices for banking metals as of October 24, 2025.<\/p>\n**Structure and main provisions:** \nThe document contains a table with information on the accounting prices for gold, silver, platinum, and palladium. For each metal, the digital and letter code, the number of troy ounces (1), and the accounting price in hryvnias are indicated. It is important to note that the NBU is not obliged to buy or sell these metals at the stated prices.<\/p>\n**Key provisions for use:** \nThese accounting prices can be used for accounting, valuation of assets in banking metals, as well as for other financial calculations where an official valuation of these metals is required on a specific date.<\/p>\n### **On the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against foreign currencies**<\/p>\nThis document is an official notification from 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 \u2013 October 24, 2025.<\/p>\nThe structure of the document is simple: it is a list of currencies, each of which has a digital and letter code, the number of currency\/SDR units and their official exchange rate in hryvnia are indicated. It is important that these rates are used for accounting, NBU transactions with the State Treasury Service of Ukraine (DKSU), and in other cases provided for by law.<\/p>\nMost importantly, the NBU does not undertake to buy or sell these currencies at the stated rates. These rates are a benchmark for calculations but are not a fixed exchange rate at which foreign exchange transactions can be carried out in banks or exchange offices.<\/p>\n### **On Amending the Resolution of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine “On the Implementation of the Preparation of Certain Issues Regarding the Protection of Property and Non-Property Rights of Internally Displaced and Other Persons Affected by the Armed Aggression of the Russian Federation against Ukraine”**<\/p>\nThis resolution amends a previous resolution of the Verkhovna Rada regarding the protection of the rights of internally displaced persons (IDPs) and other persons affected by the armed aggression of the Russian Federation. The changes concern the expansion of the powers of the working group responsible for preparing issues related to the protection of the rights of such persons.<\/p>\n**Structure and main provisions:** \nThe resolution consists of two points. The first point amends subparagraph 1 of paragraph 4 of Resolution No. 4152-IX of December 17, 2024, by supplementing it with a new paragraph. The second point defines the date of entry into force of the resolution \u2013 from the date of its adoption.<\/p>\n**Key provisions important for use:** \nThe most important is the addition to the powers of the working group, which now has to facilitate the coordination of the implementation of state policy in the field of ensuring comprehensive measures to protect the rights of IDPs during their evacuation. \n, adaptation, integration, reintegration, as well as to facilitate the return to Ukraine of citizens who left the country due to the war. This expands the scope of the working group and emphasizes the importance of a comprehensive approach to solving the problems of IDPs and Ukrainians abroad.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/zakon.rada.gov.ua\/go\/4662-20\"><\/p>\n<h3>On Amendments to the Composition of the Temporary Special Commission of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine for the Preparation of Issues Regarding Strengthening Social Protection of Citizens Affected by the Chornobyl Disaster, and Regarding the Use of the Territory Contaminated by Radioactive Contamination as a Result of the Chornobyl Disaster<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/a><\/p>\nThis resolution amends the composition of the Temporary Special Commission of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, which deals with issues of strengthening social protection of citizens affected by the Chornobyl disaster and the use of contaminated territories.<\/p>\n**Structure and Main Provisions:**<\/p>\n1. **Change in the composition of the commission:** The resolution dismisses Tetiana Vasylivna Skrypka from the position of a member of the commission and appoints Artem Serhiyovych Nahayevskyi, both of whom are People’s Deputies from the “Servant of the People” faction. \n2. **Entry into force:** The resolution shall enter into force on the day of its adoption.<\/p>\n**Important provisions for use:**<\/p>\n* The resolution changes the personal composition of the commission, which may affect its work and decision-making.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/zakon.rada.gov.ua\/go\/4660-20\"><\/p>\n<h3>On Amendments to the Resolution of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine “On Approval of the Regulations on the Passport of a Citizen of Ukraine and on the Passport of a Citizen of Ukraine for Traveling Abroad” Regarding the Settlement of Certain Issues Related to the Issuance of Documents Certifying the Identity of a Citizen of Ukraine<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/a><\/p>\nGood day! Here is an analysis of the provided act:<\/p>\n1. **Essence of the law:** This resolution amends the previous resolution of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine regarding the passport of a citizen of Ukraine. The amendments concern the approval of the updated Regulation on the Passport of a Citizen of Ukraine and the repeal of the Regulation on the Passport of a Citizen of Ukraine for Traveling Abroad. Also, the language of making entries in the passport of a citizen of Ukraine in the form of a passport booklet is determined.<\/p>\n2. **Structure and Main Provisions:** \n * The law changes the name of the previous resolution to reflect the changes. \n * A new Regulation on the Passport of a Citizen of Ukraine is approved (the text of the regulation is not provided). \n * It is indicated that the language of making entries in the passport is determined by the Law of Ukraine “On Ensuring the Functioning of the Ukrainian Language as the State Language.” \n * The Regulation on the Passport of a Citizen of Ukraine for Traveling Abroad is declared invalid.<\/p>\n3. **Main Provisions for Use:** \n * It is necessary to familiarize oneself with the new Regulation on the Passport of a Citizen of Ukraine in order to understand the current requirements and procedures. \n * It should be taken into account that the passport of a citizen of Ukraine for traveling abroad is regulated by other regulatory acts, since the relevant regulation has lost its validity. \n * Entries in the passport in the form of a booklet \nHeadings must be in accordance with the requirements of the language legislation of Ukraine.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/zakon.rada.gov.ua\/go\/4649-20\"><\/p>\n<h3>On Amendments to the Agenda of the Fourteenth Session of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine of the Ninth Convocation<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/a><\/p>\nGood day! Here is a brief analysis of the provided act:<\/p>\n1. **Essence of the Law:** The Resolution amends the agenda of the fourteenth session of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine of the ninth convocation, adding a list of draft laws for consideration. This decision allows the Parliament to consider and make decisions regarding the included draft laws.<\/p>\n2. **Structure and Main Provisions:** \n * The Resolution consists of two clauses: \n * The first clause provides for the inclusion in the session agenda of a list of draft laws, which is attached to the Resolution. \n * The second clause defines the date of entry into force of the Resolution \u2013 from the moment of its adoption. \n * The Annex to the Resolution contains a list of draft laws indicating the registration number, the subject of the right of legislative initiative, the title of the draft law, and the chairperson of the main committee responsible for consideration. \n * The included draft laws concern amendments to the Civil Code of Ukraine, social protection of military personnel, as well as clarification of the legal regulation of issues of military service by employees of intelligence agencies of Ukraine.<\/p>\n3. **Key Provisions for Use:** \n * The most important is the list of draft laws included in the agenda, as these draft laws will be considered and adopted by the Verkhovna Rada. \n * Amendments to the Civil Code of Ukraine **(IMPORTANT)**, social protection of military personnel **(IMPORTANT)**, and regulation of military service **(IMPORTANT)** may have a significant impact on the relevant areas of social relations. \n * Information about the main committees responsible for the consideration of draft laws can be useful for tracking the process of their consideration and making proposals.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/zakon.rada.gov.ua\/go\/1332-2025-%D0%BF\"><\/p>\n<h3>On Allocation of Funds from the Fund for Liquidation of Consequences of Armed Aggression<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/a><\/p>\nGood day! Here is a brief description of the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on the allocation of funds from the fund for liquidation of the consequences of armed aggression:<\/p>\n1. **Essence:** This Resolution provides for the allocation of over 2.4 billion hryvnias to the Ministry for Communities, Territories and Infrastructure Development from the fund for liquidation of the consequences of armed aggression. These funds are intended for payment of compensation to citizens whose housing was destroyed as a result of armed aggression, through the acquisition of new housing or financing its construction using housing certificates.<\/p>\n2. **Structure and Main Provisions:** \n * The Resolution consists of three clauses. \n * The first clause defines the amount of funds allocated, their intended purpose (compensation for destroyed housing), and the source of funding (State Budget of Ukraine for 2025). \n * The second clause indicates that the use of these funds should be carried out in accordance with the Procedure for Granting Compensat \nations for destroyed real estate objects, approved by the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated May 30, 2023, No. 600. \n * The third clause obliges the Ministry of Finance to make the necessary changes to the state budget schedule.<\/p>\n3. **Important provisions:** The most important is the allocation of a significant amount of funds for compensation for destroyed housing. It is also important that the use of these funds is regulated by a separate Procedure that defines the mechanism for receiving compensation.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/zakon.rada.gov.ua\/go\/1331-2025-%D0%BF\"><\/p>\n<h3>On Amendments to the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated June 5, 2019, No. 483<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/a><\/p>\nGood day! I will be happy to help you understand this document.<\/p>\n1. **Essence of the Law:** This resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine amends the previous resolution No. 483 dated June 5, 2019. The changes concern the extension of the term of the provision on the imposition of special obligations on participants in the electricity market to ensure public interests. In fact, the effect of certain regulatory mechanisms in the electricity market is extended.<\/p>\n2. **Structure and Main Provisions:** \n * The resolution consists of two parts: the resolution on amendments directly and an appendix containing the amendments themselves. \n * The changes only concern the extension of the provision’s term, namely: \n * In clause 2 of Resolution No. 483, the term “October 31, 2025” is replaced by “April 30, 2026”. \n * In clause 1 of Appendix 3 to the Provision, the term “October 31, 2025” is also replaced by “April 30, 2026”. \n * The previous version of Resolution No. 483 established the provision on the imposition of special obligations on participants in the electricity market, and this resolution simply extends the term of their validity.<\/p>\n3. **Key Provisions for Use:** \n * The most important is the extension of the term of special obligations in the electricity market until April 30, 2026. This means that market participants must continue to fulfill these obligations until the specified date. \n * It is worth noting that the changes do not make any adjustments to the obligations themselves, but only extend their validity period.<\/p>\nI hope this helps you better understand this document!<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/zakon.rada.gov.ua\/go\/1327-2025-%D0%BF\"><\/p>\n<h3>On Amendments to the Procedure for Conducting the Unified State Qualification Exam for Applicants for Degrees of Professional Pre-Higher Education and Higher Education of the First (Bachelor’s) and Second (Master’s) Levels in the Field of Knowledge “22 Healthcare”<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/a><\/p>\nGood day! I will be happy to help you understand this resolution.<\/p>\n1. **Essence of the law:** The resolution amends the procedure for conducting the unified state qualification exam for medical specialties. The main change concerns the possibilities of retaking the exam under martial law and regulating the status of students who failed the exam the first time.<\/p>\n2. **Structure and Main Provisions:** \n * The resolution amends clause 12 of the Procedure, clarifying that \ninformation about the certificates is entered by the Testing Center under the Ministry of Health. \n * The most important innovation is the addition of paragraph 13-1, which regulates the retaking of the exam during martial law. Applicants have the right to two retakes, at their own expense. \n * The issue of admission to study in the next course for those who failed the first stage of the exam, as well as the conditions for expulsion and reinstatement for retaking the exam, have been regulated. \n * It is established that repeated training is carried out at the expense of individuals and\/or legal entities. \n * The right to a one-time retake of the exam until the end of 2025 is granted to those who failed the exam in 2025.<\/p>\n3. **Key provisions for use:** \n * Students in medical specialties should be aware of the possibility of two exam retakes during martial law and that these retakes are at their own expense. \n * It is worth paying attention to the conditions for admission to study in the next course and the consequences of failing the exam, including the possibility of expulsion and reinstatement for study. \n * Those who failed the exam in 2025 should consider the possibility of a one-time retake until the end of the same year.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/zakon.rada.gov.ua\/go\/1326-2025-%D0%BF\"><\/p>\n<h3>On Amendments to Paragraph 5 of the Procedure for Assigning and Paying a One-Time Financial Aid to Certain Categories of Persons from Among Family Members of Deceased (Dead) Defenders of Ukraine in Case of Death (Demise) of a Family Member<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/a><\/p>\nGood afternoon! Here is a brief analysis of the provided act:<\/p>\n1. **Essence of the law:** This resolution amends the procedure for paying a one-time financial aid to families of deceased (dead) Defenders of Ukraine. The changes concern the amount of aid and the stages of its payment. \n2. **Structure and main provisions:** \n * The resolution amends paragraph 5 of the Procedure for Assigning and Paying a One-Time Financial Aid, approved by Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 936 of July 30, 2025. \n * The amount of aid has been changed to UAH 15 million and is paid in equal installments, taking into account the previously paid amount. \n * A phased payment of aid has been established. \n * The Ministry of Veterans Affairs must approve the specifics of the payment (number of stages and amount of payments at each stage) in agreement with the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Economy. \n3. **Most important provisions:** \n * **Amount of aid:** A fixed amount of UAH 15 million. \n * **Phased payment:** The payment of aid will not be made in a single payment, but in several stages. \n * **Regulation of phased payments:** The Ministry of Veterans Affairs will determine the details of the phased payment, which is important for understanding the specific terms and amounts of payments at each stage.<\/p>\nI hope this helps you in your work!<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/zakon.rada.gov.ua\/go\/1325-2025-%D0%BF\"><\/p>\n<h3>On Approval of the Procedure for Submitting Information to the Pension Fund of Ukraine on Persons Sentenced to Restriction of Liberty or Imprisonment for Committing a Criminal Offense Against the Foundations of National \n### **Regarding the provision of information on convicted persons to the Pension Fund of Ukraine for crimes against national security, public safety, peace, security of humanity, international law and order**<\/p>\nGood afternoon! Here is a brief overview of the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine regarding the submission of information on convicted persons to the Pension Fund of Ukraine.<\/p>\n1. **Essence of the Law:** \n This resolution defines the procedure by which administrations of correctional centers and colonies must submit to the Pension Fund of Ukraine information on persons convicted of crimes against national and public safety, peace, and international law and order. This is necessary for the accounting of pension payments to such individuals.<\/p>\n2. **Structure and Main Provisions:** \n The resolution consists of two parts: the resolution itself and the Procedure approved by it. The Procedure defines the mechanism for submitting information on convicts, including a list of necessary data (full name, date of birth, details of the identity document, registration number of the taxpayer’s account card, type of pension, information on the term of punishment and the article of the Criminal Code of Ukraine). Data is submitted electronically using an electronic signature\/seal, or in paper form if electronic exchange is not possible.<\/p>\n3. **Key points for use:** \n The most important is the list of information that must be submitted to the PFU, as well as the method of submitting this information (electronic or paper). The administrations of penal institutions should pay attention to the requirements for the protection of personal data when transferring information.<\/p>\n### **On Amendments to the Regulations on the Administration of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine**<\/p>\nThis resolution amends the Regulations on the Administration of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine. The essence of the changes is to strengthen control over the activities of the State Border Guard Service through the introduction of internal control and audit.<\/p>\n**Structure and Main Provisions:**<\/p>\nThe resolution amends paragraphs 5 and 11 of the Regulations on the Administration of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine, approved by the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated October 16, 2014 No. 533. The changes stipulate that the Administration of the State Border Guard Service ensures the functioning of internal control and carries out internal audit in its structure, bodies, as well as at enterprises and institutions that belong to its management sphere.<\/p>\n**Key points for use:**<\/p>\nThe most important provision is that the Administration of the State Border Guard Service is now officially responsible for organizing and implementing internal control and audit. 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\nDigest of Ukrainian Legislation<\/title> \n<\/head><\/p>\n<h4>Digest of Ukrainian Legislation<\/h4>\n<h5>On Accounting Prices for Bank Metals<\/h5>\nThe National Bank of Ukraine regularly publishes accounting prices for bank metals, such as gold, silver, platinum, and palladium. These prices are used for accounting and valuation of assets in bank metals. It is important to note that the NBU is not obliged to buy or sell these metals at the stated prices.<\/p>\n<h5>On the Official Exchange Rate of the Hryvnia<\/h5>\nThe National Bank of Ukraine daily sets the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against foreign currencies and SDRs. These rates are used for accounting and NBU transactions with the State Treasury Service of Ukraine. The NBU does not undertake to buy or sell these currencies at the stated rates.<\/p>\n<h5>Changes Regarding the Protection of IDP Rights<\/h5>\nThe Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has amended the resolution on the protection of the rights of internally displaced persons (IDPs). The powers of the working group have been expanded, which will now facilitate the coordination of state policy on the protection of the rights of IDPs during evacuation, adaptation, integration, reintegration, as well as the return to Ukraine of citizens who left the country due to the war.<\/p>\n<h5>Changes in the Composition of the Commission on the Protection of Persons Affected by the Chernobyl Disaster<\/h5>\nThe Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has amended the composition of the Temporary Special Commission on Strengthening Social Protection of Citizens Affected by the Chernobyl Disaster and the Use of Contaminated Territories. Tetiana Vasylivna Skrypka was dismissed from the position of a member of the commission and Artem Serhiyovych Nagaievsky was appointed, both are People’s Deputies from the “Servant of the People” faction.<\/p>\n<h5>Changes Regarding the Passport of a Citizen of Ukraine<\/h5>\nThe Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has amended the resolution regarding the passport of a citizen of Ukraine. The updated Regulation on the Passport of a Citizen of Ukraine has been approved and the validity of the Regulation on the Passport of a Citizen of Ukraine for Traveling Abroad has been canceled. The language for making entries in the passport of a citizen of Ukraine in the form of a passport booklet is determined by the Law of Ukraine “On Ensuring the Functioning of the Ukrainian Language as the State Language”.<\/p>\n<h5>Inclusion of Draft Laws in t## Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine (VRU) Agenda<\/p>\nThe Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has amended the session’s agenda, adding a list of draft laws for consideration. In particular, these include amendments to the Civil Code of Ukraine, amendments regarding the social protection of servicemen, as well as clarifications to the legal regulation of issues concerning the military service of employees of intelligence agencies of Ukraine.<\/p>\n## Allocation of Funds for Compensation for Destroyed Housing<\/p>\nThe Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has allocated over 2.4 billion hryvnias to the Ministry for Communities, Territories and Infrastructure Development from the fund for the liquidation of the consequences of armed aggression. These funds are intended for the payment of compensation to citizens whose homes were destroyed as a result of armed aggression, through the purchase of new housing or financing its construction using housing certificates.<\/p>\n## Extension of the Validity of Special Obligations in the Electricity Market<\/p>\nThe Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has extended the term of the provision on the imposition of special obligations on participants in the electricity market to ensure public interests until April 30, 2026.<\/p>\n## Amendments to the Procedure for Conducting the Unified State Qualification Exam for Medical Specialties<\/p>\nThe Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has amended the procedure for conducting the unified state qualification exam for medical specialties. The possibility of retaking the exam at one’s own expense under martial law has been provided, and the status of students who failed the exam the first time has been regulated, with the possibility of repeated study at the expense of individuals and\/or legal entities. Also, the right to a one-time retake of the exam until the end of 2025 has been granted to those who failed the exam in 2025.<\/p>\n## Amendments to the Procedure for Payment of One-Time Financial Assistance to Families of Deceased Defenders of Ukraine<\/p>\nThe Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has amended the procedure for the payment of one-time financial assistance to families of deceased (dead) Defenders of Ukraine. The amount of assistance has been changed to UAH 15 million and is paid in equal installments, taking into account the amount previously paid. A phased payment of assistance has been established, the specifics of which must be approved by the Ministry of Veterans Affairs in coordination with the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Economy.<\/p>\n<h3>Review of each of legal acts published today:<\/strong><\/h3>\n### **On the accounting price of banking metals**<\/p>\nThis document is a notification from the National Bank of Ukraine on the accounting prices for banking metals as of October 24, 2025.<\/p>\n**Structure and main provisions:** \nThe document contains a table with information on the accounting prices for gold, silver, platinum, and palladium. For each metal, the digital and letter code, the number of troy ounces (1), and the accounting price in hryvnias are indicated. It is important to note that the NBU is not obliged to buy or sell these metals at the stated prices.<\/p>\n**Key provisions for use:** \nThese accounting prices can be used for accounting, valuation of assets in banking metals, as well as for other financial calculations where an official valuation of these metals is required on a specific date.<\/p>\n### **On the official exchange rate of the hryvnia against foreign currencies**<\/p>\nThis document is an official notification from 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 \u2013 October 24, 2025.<\/p>\nThe structure of the document is simple: it is a list of currencies, each of which has a digital and letter code, the number of currency\/SDR units and their official exchange rate in hryvnia are indicated. It is important that these rates are used for accounting, NBU transactions with the State Treasury Service of Ukraine (DKSU), and in other cases provided for by law.<\/p>\nMost importantly, the NBU does not undertake to buy or sell these currencies at the stated rates. These rates are a benchmark for calculations but are not a fixed exchange rate at which foreign exchange transactions can be carried out in banks or exchange offices.<\/p>\n### **On Amending the Resolution of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine “On the Implementation of the Preparation of Certain Issues Regarding the Protection of Property and Non-Property Rights of Internally Displaced and Other Persons Affected by the Armed Aggression of the Russian Federation against Ukraine”**<\/p>\nThis resolution amends a previous resolution of the Verkhovna Rada regarding the protection of the rights of internally displaced persons (IDPs) and other persons affected by the armed aggression of the Russian Federation. The changes concern the expansion of the powers of the working group responsible for preparing issues related to the protection of the rights of such persons.<\/p>\n**Structure and main provisions:** \nThe resolution consists of two points. The first point amends subparagraph 1 of paragraph 4 of Resolution No. 4152-IX of December 17, 2024, by supplementing it with a new paragraph. The second point defines the date of entry into force of the resolution \u2013 from the date of its adoption.<\/p>\n**Key provisions important for use:** \nThe most important is the addition to the powers of the working group, which now has to facilitate the coordination of the implementation of state policy in the field of ensuring comprehensive measures to protect the rights of IDPs during their evacuation. \n, adaptation, integration, reintegration, as well as to facilitate the return to Ukraine of citizens who left the country due to the war. This expands the scope of the working group and emphasizes the importance of a comprehensive approach to solving the problems of IDPs and Ukrainians abroad.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/zakon.rada.gov.ua\/go\/4662-20\"><\/p>\n<h3>On Amendments to the Composition of the Temporary Special Commission of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine for the Preparation of Issues Regarding Strengthening Social Protection of Citizens Affected by the Chornobyl Disaster, and Regarding the Use of the Territory Contaminated by Radioactive Contamination as a Result of the Chornobyl Disaster<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/a><\/p>\nThis resolution amends the composition of the Temporary Special Commission of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, which deals with issues of strengthening social protection of citizens affected by the Chornobyl disaster and the use of contaminated territories.<\/p>\n**Structure and Main Provisions:**<\/p>\n1. **Change in the composition of the commission:** The resolution dismisses Tetiana Vasylivna Skrypka from the position of a member of the commission and appoints Artem Serhiyovych Nahayevskyi, both of whom are People’s Deputies from the “Servant of the People” faction. \n2. **Entry into force:** The resolution shall enter into force on the day of its adoption.<\/p>\n**Important provisions for use:**<\/p>\n* The resolution changes the personal composition of the commission, which may affect its work and decision-making.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/zakon.rada.gov.ua\/go\/4660-20\"><\/p>\n<h3>On Amendments to the Resolution of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine “On Approval of the Regulations on the Passport of a Citizen of Ukraine and on the Passport of a Citizen of Ukraine for Traveling Abroad” Regarding the Settlement of Certain Issues Related to the Issuance of Documents Certifying the Identity of a Citizen of Ukraine<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/a><\/p>\nGood day! Here is an analysis of the provided act:<\/p>\n1. **Essence of the law:** This resolution amends the previous resolution of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine regarding the passport of a citizen of Ukraine. The amendments concern the approval of the updated Regulation on the Passport of a Citizen of Ukraine and the repeal of the Regulation on the Passport of a Citizen of Ukraine for Traveling Abroad. Also, the language of making entries in the passport of a citizen of Ukraine in the form of a passport booklet is determined.<\/p>\n2. **Structure and Main Provisions:** \n * The law changes the name of the previous resolution to reflect the changes. \n * A new Regulation on the Passport of a Citizen of Ukraine is approved (the text of the regulation is not provided). \n * It is indicated that the language of making entries in the passport is determined by the Law of Ukraine “On Ensuring the Functioning of the Ukrainian Language as the State Language.” \n * The Regulation on the Passport of a Citizen of Ukraine for Traveling Abroad is declared invalid.<\/p>\n3. **Main Provisions for Use:** \n * It is necessary to familiarize oneself with the new Regulation on the Passport of a Citizen of Ukraine in order to understand the current requirements and procedures. \n * It should be taken into account that the passport of a citizen of Ukraine for traveling abroad is regulated by other regulatory acts, since the relevant regulation has lost its validity. \n * Entries in the passport in the form of a booklet \nHeadings must be in accordance with the requirements of the language legislation of Ukraine.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/zakon.rada.gov.ua\/go\/4649-20\"><\/p>\n<h3>On Amendments to the Agenda of the Fourteenth Session of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine of the Ninth Convocation<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/a><\/p>\nGood day! Here is a brief analysis of the provided act:<\/p>\n1. **Essence of the Law:** The Resolution amends the agenda of the fourteenth session of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine of the ninth convocation, adding a list of draft laws for consideration. This decision allows the Parliament to consider and make decisions regarding the included draft laws.<\/p>\n2. **Structure and Main Provisions:** \n * The Resolution consists of two clauses: \n * The first clause provides for the inclusion in the session agenda of a list of draft laws, which is attached to the Resolution. \n * The second clause defines the date of entry into force of the Resolution \u2013 from the moment of its adoption. \n * The Annex to the Resolution contains a list of draft laws indicating the registration number, the subject of the right of legislative initiative, the title of the draft law, and the chairperson of the main committee responsible for consideration. \n * The included draft laws concern amendments to the Civil Code of Ukraine, social protection of military personnel, as well as clarification of the legal regulation of issues of military service by employees of intelligence agencies of Ukraine.<\/p>\n3. **Key Provisions for Use:** \n * The most important is the list of draft laws included in the agenda, as these draft laws will be considered and adopted by the Verkhovna Rada. \n * Amendments to the Civil Code of Ukraine **(IMPORTANT)**, social protection of military personnel **(IMPORTANT)**, and regulation of military service **(IMPORTANT)** may have a significant impact on the relevant areas of social relations. \n * Information about the main committees responsible for the consideration of draft laws can be useful for tracking the process of their consideration and making proposals.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/zakon.rada.gov.ua\/go\/1332-2025-%D0%BF\"><\/p>\n<h3>On Allocation of Funds from the Fund for Liquidation of Consequences of Armed Aggression<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/a><\/p>\nGood day! Here is a brief description of the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine on the allocation of funds from the fund for liquidation of the consequences of armed aggression:<\/p>\n1. **Essence:** This Resolution provides for the allocation of over 2.4 billion hryvnias to the Ministry for Communities, Territories and Infrastructure Development from the fund for liquidation of the consequences of armed aggression. These funds are intended for payment of compensation to citizens whose housing was destroyed as a result of armed aggression, through the acquisition of new housing or financing its construction using housing certificates.<\/p>\n2. **Structure and Main Provisions:** \n * The Resolution consists of three clauses. \n * The first clause defines the amount of funds allocated, their intended purpose (compensation for destroyed housing), and the source of funding (State Budget of Ukraine for 2025). \n * The second clause indicates that the use of these funds should be carried out in accordance with the Procedure for Granting Compensat \nations for destroyed real estate objects, approved by the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated May 30, 2023, No. 600. \n * The third clause obliges the Ministry of Finance to make the necessary changes to the state budget schedule.<\/p>\n3. **Important provisions:** The most important is the allocation of a significant amount of funds for compensation for destroyed housing. It is also important that the use of these funds is regulated by a separate Procedure that defines the mechanism for receiving compensation.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/zakon.rada.gov.ua\/go\/1331-2025-%D0%BF\"><\/p>\n<h3>On Amendments to the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated June 5, 2019, No. 483<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/a><\/p>\nGood day! I will be happy to help you understand this document.<\/p>\n1. **Essence of the Law:** This resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine amends the previous resolution No. 483 dated June 5, 2019. The changes concern the extension of the term of the provision on the imposition of special obligations on participants in the electricity market to ensure public interests. In fact, the effect of certain regulatory mechanisms in the electricity market is extended.<\/p>\n2. **Structure and Main Provisions:** \n * The resolution consists of two parts: the resolution on amendments directly and an appendix containing the amendments themselves. \n * The changes only concern the extension of the provision’s term, namely: \n * In clause 2 of Resolution No. 483, the term “October 31, 2025” is replaced by “April 30, 2026”. \n * In clause 1 of Appendix 3 to the Provision, the term “October 31, 2025” is also replaced by “April 30, 2026”. \n * The previous version of Resolution No. 483 established the provision on the imposition of special obligations on participants in the electricity market, and this resolution simply extends the term of their validity.<\/p>\n3. **Key Provisions for Use:** \n * The most important is the extension of the term of special obligations in the electricity market until April 30, 2026. This means that market participants must continue to fulfill these obligations until the specified date. \n * It is worth noting that the changes do not make any adjustments to the obligations themselves, but only extend their validity period.<\/p>\nI hope this helps you better understand this document!<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/zakon.rada.gov.ua\/go\/1327-2025-%D0%BF\"><\/p>\n<h3>On Amendments to the Procedure for Conducting the Unified State Qualification Exam for Applicants for Degrees of Professional Pre-Higher Education and Higher Education of the First (Bachelor’s) and Second (Master’s) Levels in the Field of Knowledge “22 Healthcare”<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/a><\/p>\nGood day! I will be happy to help you understand this resolution.<\/p>\n1. **Essence of the law:** The resolution amends the procedure for conducting the unified state qualification exam for medical specialties. The main change concerns the possibilities of retaking the exam under martial law and regulating the status of students who failed the exam the first time.<\/p>\n2. **Structure and Main Provisions:** \n * The resolution amends clause 12 of the Procedure, clarifying that \ninformation about the certificates is entered by the Testing Center under the Ministry of Health. \n * The most important innovation is the addition of paragraph 13-1, which regulates the retaking of the exam during martial law. Applicants have the right to two retakes, at their own expense. \n * The issue of admission to study in the next course for those who failed the first stage of the exam, as well as the conditions for expulsion and reinstatement for retaking the exam, have been regulated. \n * It is established that repeated training is carried out at the expense of individuals and\/or legal entities. \n * The right to a one-time retake of the exam until the end of 2025 is granted to those who failed the exam in 2025.<\/p>\n3. **Key provisions for use:** \n * Students in medical specialties should be aware of the possibility of two exam retakes during martial law and that these retakes are at their own expense. \n * It is worth paying attention to the conditions for admission to study in the next course and the consequences of failing the exam, including the possibility of expulsion and reinstatement for study. \n * Those who failed the exam in 2025 should consider the possibility of a one-time retake until the end of the same year.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/zakon.rada.gov.ua\/go\/1326-2025-%D0%BF\"><\/p>\n<h3>On Amendments to Paragraph 5 of the Procedure for Assigning and Paying a One-Time Financial Aid to Certain Categories of Persons from Among Family Members of Deceased (Dead) Defenders of Ukraine in Case of Death (Demise) of a Family Member<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/a><\/p>\nGood afternoon! Here is a brief analysis of the provided act:<\/p>\n1. **Essence of the law:** This resolution amends the procedure for paying a one-time financial aid to families of deceased (dead) Defenders of Ukraine. The changes concern the amount of aid and the stages of its payment. \n2. **Structure and main provisions:** \n * The resolution amends paragraph 5 of the Procedure for Assigning and Paying a One-Time Financial Aid, approved by Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine No. 936 of July 30, 2025. \n * The amount of aid has been changed to UAH 15 million and is paid in equal installments, taking into account the previously paid amount. \n * A phased payment of aid has been established. \n * The Ministry of Veterans Affairs must approve the specifics of the payment (number of stages and amount of payments at each stage) in agreement with the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Economy. \n3. **Most important provisions:** \n * **Amount of aid:** A fixed amount of UAH 15 million. \n * **Phased payment:** The payment of aid will not be made in a single payment, but in several stages. \n * **Regulation of phased payments:** The Ministry of Veterans Affairs will determine the details of the phased payment, which is important for understanding the specific terms and amounts of payments at each stage.<\/p>\nI hope this helps you in your work!<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/zakon.rada.gov.ua\/go\/1325-2025-%D0%BF\"><\/p>\n<h3>On Approval of the Procedure for Submitting Information to the Pension Fund of Ukraine on Persons Sentenced to Restriction of Liberty or Imprisonment for Committing a Criminal Offense Against the Foundations of National \n### **Regarding the provision of information on convicted persons to the Pension Fund of Ukraine for crimes against national security, public safety, peace, security of humanity, international law and order**<\/p>\nGood afternoon! Here is a brief overview of the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine regarding the submission of information on convicted persons to the Pension Fund of Ukraine.<\/p>\n1. **Essence of the Law:** \n This resolution defines the procedure by which administrations of correctional centers and colonies must submit to the Pension Fund of Ukraine information on persons convicted of crimes against national and public safety, peace, and international law and order. This is necessary for the accounting of pension payments to such individuals.<\/p>\n2. **Structure and Main Provisions:** \n The resolution consists of two parts: the resolution itself and the Procedure approved by it. The Procedure defines the mechanism for submitting information on convicts, including a list of necessary data (full name, date of birth, details of the identity document, registration number of the taxpayer’s account card, type of pension, information on the term of punishment and the article of the Criminal Code of Ukraine). Data is submitted electronically using an electronic signature\/seal, or in paper form if electronic exchange is not possible.<\/p>\n3. **Key points for use:** \n The most important is the list of information that must be submitted to the PFU, as well as the method of submitting this information (electronic or paper). The administrations of penal institutions should pay attention to the requirements for the protection of personal data when transferring information.<\/p>\n### **On Amendments to the Regulations on the Administration of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine**<\/p>\nThis resolution amends the Regulations on the Administration of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine. The essence of the changes is to strengthen control over the activities of the State Border Guard Service through the introduction of internal control and audit.<\/p>\n**Structure and Main Provisions:**<\/p>\nThe resolution amends paragraphs 5 and 11 of the Regulations on the Administration of the State Border Guard Service of Ukraine, approved by the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated October 16, 2014 No. 533. The changes stipulate that the Administration of the State Border Guard Service ensures the functioning of internal control and carries out internal audit in its structure, bodies, as well as at enterprises and institutions that belong to its management sphere.<\/p>\n**Key points for use:**<\/p>\nThe most important provision is that the Administration of the State Border Guard Service is now officially responsible for organizing and implementing internal control and audit. This means that inspections will be carried out to ensure the legality, efficiency and transparency of the activities of the State Border Guard Service and its subordinate organizations.<\/p>\n### **On Amending the Order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine dated September 22, 2025 No. 1007 on initiating disciplinary proceedings against Bilchuk, Head of the State Aviation Service of Ukraine**<\/p>\nThis order of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine amends the previous order regarding… \n<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/a><\/h5>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Digest of Ukrainian Legislation Digest of Ukrainian Legislation On Accounting Prices for Bank Metals The National Bank of Ukraine regularly publishes accounting prices for bank metals, such as gold, silver, platinum, and palladium. These prices are used for accounting and valuation of assets in bank metals. 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