How to Set Up an Office in Ukraine: Step-by-Step Guide
Get a comprehensive guide to company setup and practical advice on hiring, taxation, licenses & permits, and work and stay rights for foreigners in Ukraine. We’ll also host a live discussion on the most common concerns — and share NUCC’s own experience from opening a representative office in Ukraine.
Norwegian companies are invited to a hands-on session on market entry to Ukraine.
The session is organised by NUCC together with our member Syrota Dzis Melnyk & Partners (Ukrainian law firm providing the whole package of legal services for planning and placement of investments and doing business in Ukraine).
Why Join?
- A clear roadmap from registration to operations
- Practical do’s & don’ts
- Honest discussion of risks
- Direct answers to your questions in real time
Agenda
Part 1 – Practical Foundations
- Forms of Presence in Ukraine
Legal framework for foreign businesses.
The most common options: LLC and Representative Office. - Decision Framework: LLC vs Representative Office
Use cases & positioning — when to choose each.
Corporate governance & liability.
Funding & capitalization. - Taxation Regimes
General vs Simplified; CPT, Tax on Withdrawn Capital, dividends. - Labor & Employment
- State Registration Procedure (Step-by-Step)
Official registration steps and timelines. - Post-Registration Essentials
Opening bank accounts & KYC/UBO.
VAT & tax registrations, e-invoicing.
Licenses & sector permits (where applicable). - Immigration Support
Work and residency permits for foreign specialists.
Part 2 – NUCC Experience
Insights and lessons from NUCC’s own process of establishing a representative office in Ukraine.
Part 3 – Live Discussion: Fears, Real Cases & Lessons
Interactive Q&A addressing real-life cases, risks, and success stories.
By registering, you will receive a Zoom/Teams link before the event.
Read more and sign up here!
