Challenging tax assessments
Appealing tax notices and decisions of the State Tax Service administratively and in administrative courts — for companies and individuals with tax obligations in Ukraine.
Travel to Ukraine
Not required
Typical timeline
3–18 months
Format
Legal agreement signed remotely
Language
Updates in English
Overview
When a tax dispute is worth fighting
Tax assessments are often based on formal grounds or a misreading of transactions. Courts regularly overturn them when the taxpayer proves the real nature of the deal. The choice between administrative and court appeal affects timing and costs.
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You received a tax notice-decision
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VAT refund or registration of invoices was blocked
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The tax authority reclassified your transactions
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You were fined for currency or reporting violations
Your options
Three ways to challenge a tax decision
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Administrative appeal
A complaint to the higher tax authority.
Usually 1–2 months
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Court appeal
A claim to the administrative court against the tax decision.
Usually 6–12 months
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Blocked VAT invoices
Challenging refusals to register tax invoices.
Usually 2–6 months
How it works
How your tax dispute moves forward
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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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Analysis
We review the decision and the evidence.
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Appeal
We file an administrative or court appeal.
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Representation
We represent you through all stages.
What we need from you
Documents for the appeal
- Tax notice-decision
- Audit report and objections
- Primary documents on the transactions
- Correspondence with the tax authority
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
Tax Notice-Decision (TND) appeal
Appealing tax notice-decisions to the tax authority and in court.
Tax residency
Assessing Ukrainian tax residency for people who moved abroad.
Tax disputes
Challenging tax assessments administratively and in court.
FAQ
What clients ask before filing
Not covered here? Ask an attorney directly during your consultation.
Can individuals challenge tax assessments?
Which court hears tax disputes?
Does an appeal suspend the tax debt?
Can I go directly to court?
What is the deadline for an administrative appeal?
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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