Set up your company in Ukraine
Registering a limited liability company, branch or representative office in Ukraine, preparing the charter and beneficial ownership disclosure, and helping with bank accounts and first contracts.
Travel to Ukraine
Not required
Typical timeline
1–3 weeks
Format
Legal agreement signed remotely
Language
Updates in English
Overview
When you need a company in Ukraine
A Ukrainian company is the usual way to hire staff, sign local contracts and own assets. Registration is fast, but the structure, charter and beneficial ownership must be right from the start to avoid problems with banks and authorities.
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You are a foreign company entering Ukraine
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You are a Ukrainian founder living abroad
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You need a local entity for a project or tender
04
You want to restructure an existing business
Your options
Choosing the right structure
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Limited liability company
The most common structure for foreign and local founders.
Usually 1–2 weeks
01
Representative office
A non-commercial office of a foreign company in Ukraine.
Usually 3–4 weeks
01
Acquiring a ready company
Buying an existing company after due diligence.
Usually 2–4 weeks
How it works
From structure to working company
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Consultation
We review your situation and confirm the right route.
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Legal agreement
You sign remotely; we confirm the scope and fee in writing.
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Structure
We agree the structure, charter and governance.
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Registration
We register the company and its beneficial owners.
01
Launch
We help with the bank account, tax registration and first contracts.
What we need from you
What we need to register
- Founders' passports or company documents
- Information on beneficial owners
- Planned activities
- Director's details
- Registered address in Ukraine
Scans are enough to start. We tell you if any document needs an apostille or translation, and arrange it if you prefer.
Related services
Often handled together
Business investors legal support
Legal support for foreign and Ukrainian investors at every stage of an investment.
Obtaining critical enterprise status
Critical enterprise status and employee reservation from mobilisation in Ukraine.
Regulatory Law
Licences, permits, compliance and dealings with Ukrainian regulators.
FAQ
What clients ask before filing
Not covered here? Ask an attorney directly during your consultation.
How long does it take to open a bank account?
Must beneficial owners be disclosed?
What is the minimum share capital for an LLC?
Do I need to come to Ukraine to register?
Can a foreigner register a company in Ukraine?
Let's put an end to the uncertainty.
Tell us about your matter. An experienced attorney will review it and lay out your options — clearly and in English. We always see the matter through to the end.
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