Ukraine Import / Export
Customs clearance between Ukraine, Germany and the European Union
When is customs clearance relevant?
Customs clearance is required in the following cases:
Import of goods from Ukraine into the EU
Export of goods from the EU to Ukraine
Transit and transit procedures
Deliveries of preferential origin
Goods as part of a residential or business relocation
Special features of EU-Ukraine trade
The movement of goods between the European Union and Ukraine is subject to special customs and market access requirements:
Application of the EU-Ukraine Association Agreement
Use of preferential schemes (e.g. EUR.1 if origin requirements are met)
increased requirements for origin and document verification
Quality and conformity requirements according to EU standards, especially for sensitive goods
Compliance with EU labelling and marking regulations (e.g. language, mandatory information)
regularly updated practical customs procedures
Failure to meet product or labeling requirements may lead to delays, additional requests, or rejections.
EUR.1 in trade with Ukraine
For many goods deliveries between the EU and Ukraine, a preferential certificate EUR.1 may be relevant.
Brief overview:
enables customs reduction or customs exemption
Permitted only if rules of origin are met.
Formal errors often lead to the rejection of the preference.
Typical required documents
(depending on the individual case)
Commercial invoice
Packing list
Transport documents
Certificates of origin / preferential documents
Possibly powers of attorney or additional documentation
We will clarify the specific documents required before submitting the customs declaration.
Typical customs risks
faulty or missing proof of origin
incomplete or contradictory documents
False assumptions about preferential tariffs
Delays at border customs offices
Who is this page relevant for?
Ukrainian exporters with delivery terms DAP or DDP
Ukrainian importers with EXW delivery terms
EU companies with trade in goods with Ukraine
Freight forwarders without their own customs department
Unsere Rolle in der Zollabfertigung
We support you through:
Examination of documents before customs declaration
Customs clearance by direct representation in accordance with Article 18 UCC
Classification of suitable customs and preference procedures
Communication with the relevant customs offices
Working languages: German, Russian, Ukrainian, English
Professional experience in customs and foreign trade: since 1997
Frequently asked questions about import and export between the EU and Ukraine
Question: Is customs clearance required for trade with Ukraine?
Answer: Yes. Ukraine is not a member of the European Union, therefore customs declarations are required for both imports into the EU and exports from the EU.
Question: Are there any special regulations for trade with Ukraine?
Answer: Depending on the goods, special customs regulations, preferential certificates or temporary relief measures may apply, which must be checked individually.
Question: Which goods are subject to particularly intensive scrutiny when trading with Ukraine?
Answer: Frequently affected are goods requiring extensive explanation, vehicles, machinery, foodstuffs, and goods with preferential origin.
Question: What documents are required for import or export?
Answer: As a rule, invoice, packing list, transport documents and, if applicable, proof of origin or approval are required.
Question: What are the typical risks associated with customs clearance with Ukraine?
Answer: Typical risks include unclear proof of origin, incorrect valuations, incomplete documents, or incorrect assumptions about special regulations.