Ukraine is famous for its beautiful, hand-crafted, and artistic Easter eggs. But Ukraine's true value comes from being Europe's second largest country and having vast swathes of fertile plains. Which has led to the country's long list of famous foods - pierogies, borscht, and chicken Kiev, to name a few.
Ukrainians are also leaders in e-commerce - 25% growth rate in 2019, the 2nd highest in Europe. They are also famous for their IT engineers, and with 73% of the population using the internet, shipping to Ukraine couldn't be brighter.
Easily compare the best and cheapest shipping options to Ukraine through a variety of carriers using Secureship
Secureship provides safe and affordable shipping from Canada to Ukraine. in case you are an everyday shopper or a business,
you can easily save up to 50% on your international shipping costs by way of accessing our group buying power.
Shipments through Secureship come with full, easy to read tracking information to Ukraine
Tracking #:780123123123
Tel: 1-800-463-3339
Signed By: Pikwalia @ Residence
Jun 2, 2023
8:49 am
Odessa, OD, UA
Delivered
Jun 1, 2023
7:18 am
Donetsk, DO, UA
In transit
May 31, 2023
9:03 pm
Kharkiv, KH, UA
International Clearance
May 31, 2023
8:14 am
Kyiv, KY, UA
In transit
May 31, 2023
12:17 am
Toronto, ON, CA
In transit
May 30, 2023
4:30 pm
Ottawa, ON, CA
Pickup Scan
Disclaimer!
While we have made every effort to ensure that the information on this page is accurate, Customs laws and procedures change regularly so it is
important to consult a licensed broker in Ukraine before shipping any goods.
Types of Shipments
Not all types of shipments are created equal. Shipping a television will require different
paperwork, duties, and taxes than shipping an accounting statement, for example.
Here is a list of the most common types of shipments:
Ukraine considers documents to be official papers as well as information kept on diskettes, compacts, and film. Documents are to have no commercial value (cannot be exchanged for money) and are not shipped with an invoice.
Items that qualify as documents include:
Driver's licence
Newspapers
Passports
Blank Stationery
Visa applications
The following items will only be considered documents if they abide by the restriction shown
Item
Restriction
Business cards
Limit of 15 cards
Cheques
Only if personalised
Diplomas
Only if they are unframed sheets of paper
Event tickets for football (soccer) matches, concerts, and stage performances
Maximum of 50 kg per shipment providing the tickets are NOT sent from a printer to an organiser or ticket sales office
Greeting cards and invitations
Must be personalized to be considered documents.
Manuals (technical)
In a quantity appropriate for the situation
Negatives, slides, and printing films sent to a press or publishing agency
Providing value DOES NOT include editorial or press charges
Newsletters
Only if they are intercompany shipments and are NOT shipped from a publisher or printing company
Stationery
Only if personalised and in a quantity appropriate for non-commercial use
A gift shipment can be sent to Ukraine from Canada duty and tax free if its value is €100 (about $150 CAD) or less. Gifts of alcoholic beverages and tobacco products will incur excise duties
Shipments from Individual-to-Individual
If an individual in Canada ships a gift* to an individual in Ukraine, it will be duty and tax free if its value is €100 (about $150 CAD) or less.
Shipments from €100 to €150 (about $150 - $225 CAD) will incur a 10% VAT charge. Any amount above €150 will incur a 20% VAT charge
For example, a gift shipment of €180 would incur €16 total in VAT charges, calculated as shown below:
(€150 - €100) x 10% = €10, plus
(€180 - €150) x 20% = €6
*Gifts of alcoholic beverages and tobacco products will incur excise duties
NOTE: Separate shipments to the same recipient from the same sender that arrive on the same day will have their values combined for the purpose of calculating duty and tax
Shipments from Business-to-Business
If a Canadian business ships a gift* to a business in Ukraine, it will be duty and tax free up to a value of €150 (about $225 CAD).
Above €150, the shipment will incur a duty rate based on the nature of the gift and a 20% VAT charge.
*Gifts of alcoholic beverages and tobacco products will incur excise duties.
NOTE: Separate shipments to the same recipient from the same sender that arrive on the same day will have their values combined for the purpose of calculating duty and tax.
Shipments from Business-to-Individual
No information is available at this time regarding a business in Canada shipping a gift to an individual in Ukraine.
Gift Checklist
A commercial invoice must be included with your shipment
The words 'Gift Shipment' or 'Unsolicited Gift' are included on the commercial invoice, even if the shipment is sent at Christmas time
(see sample)
List the items in the parcel and write the value of each
Sending more than one gift in the parcel? Wrap and tag each one individually.
Sample Commercial Invoice for Gifts
Ship To
Invoice
Lesya Ukrainka 53 Kolodiazhne Volyn Oblast 45061 Ukraine
Phone: +380 3352 90224
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Personal Shipment / Gift Shipment
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 30 May 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 Each
Gift Shipment: LEGO Star Wars Rebel UWing Fighter, 659 piece set
CA
$79.99
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Gifts Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $79.99
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Multiple Gifts in One Shipment
If you are sending more than one gift in a shipment, wrap and tag each gift separately
Sample Commercial Invoice for Gifts
Ship To
Invoice
Lesya Ukrainka 53 Kolodiazhne Volyn Oblast 45061 Ukraine
Phone: +380 3352 90224
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Unsolicited Gift: Consolidated Gift Package
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 30 May 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 Each
Gift - Roger: LEGO Star Wars Rebel UWing Fighter, 659 piece set
CA
$39.99
1 Each
Gift - Erica: Handwoven French Canadian Catalogne Blanket
CA
$49.99
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Gifts Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $89.98
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Sample Commercial Invoice for Food, Chocolate, Candies
Ship To
Invoice
Lesya Ukrainka 53 Kolodiazhne Volyn Oblast 45061 Ukraine
Phone: +380 3352 90224
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Food Shipment - Assorted chocolate bars in their original manufacturer's packaging
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 30 May 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 Box
Nestle Chocolate Bars in original packaging expiring May 2021 (shelf life of 6 months or longer)
CA
$20.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Permanent / Sold Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $20.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Samples
Samples of goods may be shipped to Ukraine from Canada exempt from duties and taxes. Samples are sent as temporary imports and strictly for demonstration purposes in order to solicit orders.
The conditions that apply to shipments of samples are:
They are shipped by a person resident in Canada
The samples may not be sold
They are not to be put to use except to demonstrate their function
They are not to be rented out or otherwise generate income
The period of re-exportation must be at least 6 months from the date of temporary admission
Small amounts of Canadian consumable samples displayed at an exhibition or show and intended for home use, for example foods and beverages, are allowed duty and tax free entry to Ukraine.
These consumable samples:
Must be supplied free of charge
Are not distributed in packs
Are clearly for advertising and as individual items are of little monetary value
Would be unsuitable for a commercial purpose, i.e. cannot be sold
Are in a number that is suitable to the size of the event and the number of visitors
Commercial Sample Checklist
A Commercial Invoice must be included with your shipment
Clearly indicate 'Commercial Samples' on the commercial invoice in the General Description & Detailed Description of Goods (see sample)
The item shipped has tearing, perforation, slashing, defacing, or has permanent marking clearing indicating the item as commercial sample
Sample Commercial Invoice for Promotional Material
Ship To
Invoice
Lesya Ukrainka 53 Kolodiazhne Volyn Oblast 45061 Ukraine
Phone: +380 3352 90224
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Promotional Material - Not for Resale
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 30 May 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 Each
Promotional Material: Not for Resale. Product pamphlets to hand out at trade show.
CA
$163.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Promotional Material Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $163.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Repairs
Equipment shipped to Ukraine from Canada for repairs and maintenance follow the rules for temporary admission. The process is duty-free and the goods must be re-exported within 6 months of arriving in Ukraine.
Items Under Warranty
As Ukraine and Canada have a free-trade agreement (CUFTA), repairs under warranty returning to Canada from Ukraine are duty-free and will not be charged GST.
Items No Longer Under Warranty
If a piece of equipment no longer under warranty was sent to Ukraine for repair and is returning to Canada, GST will be charged on the value of the repair and any new parts needed to do the repair.
Sending Product for Repair to Ukraine
Equipment sent for repair to Ukraine may do so duty-free, but must be returned to Canada within 6 months
Returning Repaired Product to Ukraine
Equipment that has been repaired in Canada and is returning to Ukraine will not have duties charged providing it arrives in Ukraine within 6 months of its departure.
Repair Checklist
Commercial invoice must clearly indicate 'REPAIR & RETURN' under the General Description or Remarks, and include the estimated time of return
(see sample)
Include repair contract with shipment
Serial or product number and the cost of repairs should be indicated under the Detailed Description of Goods section
Include the original shipping documents or tracking number from when the item was first exported to Ukraine or exported to Canada (depending on which case applies)
A commercial invoice must be included with your shipment
Lesya Ukrainka 53 Kolodiazhne Volyn Oblast 45061 Ukraine
Phone: +380 3352 90224
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Repair and Return - Watch being sent for repair
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 30 May 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
1 Each
Fossil Watch being sent for repair - Model E5, serial # 789456FG7E2 - Repair Cost $76.00
US
$163.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Warranty Repair Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $163.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Temporary Imports
Goods may be temporarily imported to Ukraine from Canada with either conditional, full, or partial exemption from taxation of custom payments.
Two conditions for temporary imports to Ukraine are:
They stay no longer than 3 years, however, this time may vary depending on the nature of the goods
No changes occur to the goods except for normal wear-and-tear
Items that benefit from temporary import rules include:
Equipment required for radio and television broadcasts and reports
Educational, scientific, and cultural goods and hardware
Equipment for sporting events
Tools and equipment required by a tradesman or professional for a specific task
Equipment and tools for a particular manufacturing operation
Qualifying for Duty & Tax Free Temporary Import
In order to import your goods duty and tax free into Ukraine, you can pick from 1 of the 2 Temporary Import Methods listed below.
Each option has its pros and cons. Regardless, each of the following methods requires you to complete a commercial invoice. More details are shown below.
Option #
Temporary Import Method
Risk of paying
1
Commercial Invoice Only (no other documentation is provided)
High - if broker cannot clear goods temporarily
2
Commercial Invoice
+
ATA Carnet
Very Low
1. Complete a Commercial Invoice (CI) only
This is the simplest and quickest option. See example.
NOTE: You should be aware that shipping using this method doesn't guarantee that your items will be imported duty/tax free.
Not all brokers will clear goods as temporary imports (i.e. UPS, FedEx, DHL) nor is it a guarantee that customs won't charge any duties and taxes.
2. Commercial Invoice (CI) + an ATA Carnet
Completing an ATA Carnet is great option for items that frequently travel in and out of the country.
It's also great because once you have an ATA Carnet, it is accepted by 176 countries worldwide making the application process a one-time thing.
In addition to declaring your commercial invoice as a temporary import, you can get an ATA Carnet for the items that are of temporary nature.
NOTE: It is highly recommended to get an ATA Carnet for items that frequently
travel in and out of the country and especially so when it is valued over $2,500 USD
In addition to choosing option 1 or 2, the following conditions must also be met in order to qualify for a duty and VAT free exemption:
The goods arrive and leave in the same condition, i.e. they undergo no repairs nor are they used in manufacturing
Stay no longer than 3 years in Ukraine
Temporary Imports Checklist
Commercial Invoice clearly stating 'Temporary Import'. This must be written in the General Description section and the Detailed Description of Goods.
(see sample)
The goods arrive and leave in the same condition, i.e. they undergo no repairs nor are they used in manufacturing
Stay no longer than the period listed above
Include your ATA Carnet with your shipment (if applicable)
Include the expected return date or the date that it was originally received within the country (whichever applies)
Any above listed items not listed in this checklist
Sample Commercial Invoice for Permanent/Sold Goods
Ship To
Invoice
Lesya Ukrainka 53 Kolodiazhne Volyn Oblast 45061 Ukraine
Phone: +380 3352 90224
Carrier tracking number: 736534736
General Description:
Permanent/Sold: Parts and accessories for Canon B78n camera
Invoice number: 123456MGEP4916926 Customs Broker: UPS Date: 30 May 2023
QTY
Description of Goods
C/O
SubTotal
15 Each
Camera Lenses: Canon EF 50mm, Canon EF 85mm & wide-angle lenses.
CA
$132.00
Terms of Sale: None
Total number of packages: 1
Reason for export:Permanent/Sold Contact Name: James Smith
Total Invoice Amount: $1980.00
Total Weight: 10.0 lbs
Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
Required Documents
Shipping packages internationally requires a lot of documentation. This process alone can be confusing and time-consuming.
So we’ve narrowed down what documents you might need and ranked them based on likeliness of being needed.
Document Type
When?
Details
Shipping Label / Bill of Lading
Always required
This is a label provided by the carrier (UPS, FedEx, DHL, etc.). Always required because the carrier needs to know the parcel's destination.
Commercial Invoice
Required for all non-document shipments
For all non-document shipments, you will require 3 copies of the commercial invoice (to be included with your shipping labels).
These are for customs purposes and need to be included inside a document pouch outside of the box.
When creating a shipment through the Secureship website, the system will help you create this document automatically.
B13a
Required if value exceeds $2,000 per shipment or is a controlled good
A B13a is required if your shipment exceeds $2000 CAD or is a controlled good
and is destined to a country other than the US, Puerto Rico, or the US Virgin Islands
Canada has a preferential trade agreement with Ukraine. A COO proves that an item has been produced, manufactured or processed in Canada.
When an item with a COO is imported into Ukraine, it will incur a reduced or zero-rated import duty.
Certificate of Insurance (COI)
Infrequently required
Shows that the shipment has been insured.
Banks may request a certificate of insurance when providing letters of credit for the goods. Otherwise,
it is generally your choice whether to purchase insurance for the shipment.
ATA Carnet
Infrequently required
Used to avoid duties and taxes on shipments of temporary nature.
If you ship goods of temporary nature to and from a country, you can obtain an ATA Carnet to expedite the customs clearance process and
ensure that anything of temporary nature is not charged duties and taxes.
Canada and Ukraine have a free trade agreement (CUFTA), and as a result 86% of all goods that are traded between Canada and Ukraine incur no duties.
However, VAT charges will be imposed on imports above €100 (about $150 CAN). There are 2 VAT rates: 20% and 7%.
Import duties and taxes in Ukraine are calculated based on the sum of the Customs Value, Insurance Amount, and Freight costs (shipping costs). This is known as CIF.
CIF Value = Customs Value + Insurance Amount + Freight Costs
Using the CIF Value, you can predict how much duty and tax the recipient must pay to import goods to Ukraine.
Thresholds
Shipments below a certain value will incur no duties or taxes. This is called the de minimis value.
For travellers who have purchased goods abroad and shipped them as unaccompanied baggage, they will be exempt of VAT if valued below €150 (about $225 CAD).
For all other shipments, VAT (20%) will be charged for shipments greater than €100 (about $150 CAD).
Currency
Ukrainian Hryvnia-UAH
Duty Exemption
(De minimis Value)
€150
Duty Calculation Method
CIF
TAX (VAT)
20% (Most transactions)
7% (medicines, medical goods and equipment)
Tax Exemption
(De minimis Value)
€100 (private individual)
€150 (businesses)
Tax Calculation Method
CIF
Duties on Imports
Excise Taxes
Ukraine imposes excise taxes on alcoholic beverages and tobacco products of any value. Details can be found by clicking
here
You can purchase
insurance
through Secureship and it is provided by the carrier that will be transporting your shipment.
Each carrier will charge a different amount per $100 of declared insurance. If you indicate that you need insurance for your shipment our system will automatically include the insurance costs for your shipment.
Insurance is great to have in case your package is accidentally lost or damaged by the carrier. But be careful, not everything you ship is insurable. Worse - even if your package contains items that are insurable, if it doesn’t meet the ISTA 3A packaging standard, the insurance purchased through the carrier would not be available to you.
Here are some items that cannot be insured by the carrier:
Personal belongings
Antiques
Artwork
Liquids (including alcohol)
Televisions
Jewellery in excess of $500
Perishable goods
Glass or Ceramic
And many more items
For more information, please see the carrier's terms and conditions.
Shipping to Ukraine from Canada can take between 3-5 business days through the fastest carriers available on the Secureship platform.
More economical services, such as Canada Post, can take up to 2-3 months to complete the delivery.
