Serhiy Marchenko announced the cancellation of the tax exemption for international parcels

Economic initiatives in Ukraine

According to Мінфін: The Ministry of Finance's digest reports on important economic initiatives in Ukraine. Finance Minister Serhiy Marchenko stated that the cancellation of the tax exemption for international parcels is a measure to support Ukrainian business and an important step towards de-shadowing. The Committee of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine recommended adopting a package of bills on the taxation of international parcels as a basis and in general.

Additionally, material has been published regarding the necessity of a new Customs Code for Ukraine. In the field of public finances, it is worth noting that the weighted average interest rate on state and guaranteed state debts of Ukraine as of the end of July 2026 has decreased to 4.40%. The Ministry of Finance also conducted an auction for the exchange of domestic government bonds (OVDP).

Impact of changes in tax policy

Changes in tax policy, particularly the cancellation of exemptions for international parcels, can significantly affect the competitiveness of Ukrainian businesses as well as the level of de-shadowing in the economy. The adoption of a new Customs Code will be an important step in modernizing Ukraine's customs system, which may enhance the efficiency of customs duty collection and simplify procedures for entrepreneurs.

The decrease in the weighted average interest rate on state debt also indicates an improvement in conditions for state funding, which could positively impact the country's economic development.

The recent decision to eliminate tax exemptions for international parcels aligns with broader reforms aimed at enhancing Ukraine's economic landscape. For more insights on the government's comprehensive tax reform strategy, including the latest developments on international delivery taxation, you can read our detailed coverage here.