New rules in Ukraine from January 1, 2026
From January 1, 2026, new rules will come into effect in Ukraine, affecting various areas of public life. In particular, the following changes will occur:
- payments of state assistance for childbirth;
- reporting rules for notaries;
- employment conditions for persons with disabilities;
- new medical programs will be introduced.
As part of the new regulations, the new procedure for payments of state assistance for childbirth will provide a one-time payment of 50 thousand hryvnias to mothers who give birth after January 1, 2026. Parents of children who have not reached one year of age by this date will also be able to receive assistance of 7 thousand hryvnias. In addition, from January 1, 2026, reporting rules for notaries will change: state notaries will submit monthly reports, while private ones will submit quarterly reports.
Changes in employment and medical services
Changes will also affect the employment of persons with disabilities. Starting in 2026, all employers with a staff of eight or more will be required to create jobs for people with disabilities. The minimum wage in Ukraine will be 8,647 hryvnias, and the minimum pension will be 3.2 thousand hryvnias. In 2026, teacher salaries will increase by 50%.
Another important change is the introduction of a free medical examination program for Ukrainians over 40. The state will allocate 10 billion hryvnias for the implementation of this program. Also, from January 1, 2026, newborns will be vaccinated against tuberculosis (BCG) within 24 hours after birth.
Among other new measures:
- termination of the preferential regime for the import of electric vehicles;
- a new mechanism for insuring property against war risks;
- an increase in excise taxes on all types of petroleum products.
The budget includes 72.6 billion hryvnias for supporting internally displaced persons (IDPs).
These changes are intended to improve social support for the population, strengthen the rights of persons with disabilities, and provide new opportunities in medical services for Ukrainians.
The implemented innovations are part of the efforts of the Ukrainian government to improve social policy and the health of the population.
It is expected that these changes will contribute to raising the standard of living for citizens, especially through support for young families, persons with disabilities, and older individuals. The introduced programs may also impact the labor market and social infrastructure, which are critical aspects for the further development of the country in the face of modern challenges.