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Ukraine Updates VAT Rules for Transport, Defense Technologies, and Energy Sector from January 2026

  • From January 1, 2026, VAT rules changed for certain transport, defense technologies, and energy sector operations in Ukraine.
  • Electric and gas-powered vehicles are now subject to standard VAT, with no exemptions.
  • Import and supply of combat simulators for defense training are exempt from VAT.
  • No compensatory VAT obligations arise for VAT-exempt military goods, regardless of contract type.
  • VAT exemption for importing equipment to restore Ukraine’s energy sector is extended until January 1, 2029.

Source: kyiv.tax.gov.ua

Note that this post was (partially) written with the help of AI. It is always useful to review the original source material, and where needed to obtain (local) advice from a specialist.



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