As of January 1, 2026, the conditions for booking have changed: the minimum salary has increased to 21,617 hryvnias

Changes in the conditions for booking conscripted workers

As of January 1, 2026, the conditions for booking conscripted workers have been changed in Ukraine. In particular, the minimum salary threshold for obtaining a deferral has been raised to 21,617.50 hryvnias. This innovation aims to provide clearer criteria for those who can receive a deferral from mobilization.

The procedure for booking conscripted workers is implemented on a declarative principle. This means that employers must submit declarations through the Diia portal to confirm compliance with the new requirements. It is important to note that government authorities will conduct a monthly reconciliation of the declared data with real reports on accrued wages.

If the accrued salary for a full month is less than 21,617.50 hryvnias, the booking will be canceled. This means that employees who do not meet the new criteria may lose the opportunity for a deferral from mobilization. The introduction of such conditions aims to ensure more effective management of military resources in Ukraine.

Impact of innovations on business and the labor market

The changes in the conditions for booking conscripted workers indicate the government's desire to optimize mobilization processes in wartime. The increase in the minimum salary threshold for obtaining a deferral may affect the number of individuals who can be exempted from service, as well as the business environment, since employers will need to comply with the new requirements to avoid cancellation of bookings. This may change the personnel policy in many companies and impact the labor market in Ukraine.