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FOP Group 2 in 2026 – one of the most popular forms of running a small business. A FOP (Fizychna Osoba-Pidpryiemets) is a Ukrainian legal status for an individual entrepreneur, similar to a sole proprietor or self-employed business owner in many other countries. In this article we will explain the conditions of staying in Group […]

In 2026, all sole proprietors are required to keep income records, but the format of the book depends on the taxation system: for simplified system taxpayers without VAT it may be in a free form (Excel), while for VAT payers and those on the general taxation system – in the format approved by the Ministry […]

In 2026, QES (Qualified Electronic Signature) has become a mandatory tool for every sole proprietor and business. Without it, it is impossible to submit reports, sign contracts online, work with government authorities, or participate in Prozorro tenders. In this guide, we will explain: what QES and AES mean in simple terms, the difference between them, […]

Hiring an employee by a sole proprietor (FOP) in 2026 requires proper documentation, submitting a notification to the tax authorities, and timely payment of taxes.  Are you a sole proprietor and your business is growing so fast that you can no longer handle everything on your own? Congratulations, you are ready to become an employer! […]

Do you receive payments in foreign currency as a sole proprietor (FOP)? Then you already know that along with dollars and euros come dozens of questions: how should these funds be recorded? Which exchange rate should be used to calculate income – the NBU rate or the bank’s rate? Does exchange rate fluctuation affect taxes […]

You are on the 3rd group of the single tax and facing a choice: select the 3% rate with VAT or 5% without VAT? Or are you already operating at 5% but considering switching to 3% and registering as a VAT payer? This is not a simple decision. On the one hand, the 3% rate […]

In 2026, sole proprietors (FOPs) are exempt from fines for violations of the law on RRO if they operate in temporarily occupied territories, territories of active or potential hostilities in accordance with the Order of the Ministry of Reintegration No. 309, except for trade in excisable goods. FOPs have almost no so-called “benefits” left – […]

Today, having your own company in the USA is not just a “status feature,” but a strategic necessity for Ukrainian businesses aiming to scale. If you plan to work with Amazon FBA, sell services through Stripe, launch TikTok Shop, or receive payments from Google AdSense, LLC registration (Limited Liability Company) is the best solution. For […]

Today, legalizing income is no longer a choice but a necessity. In 2026, with the implementation of automatic exchange of financial information (CRS), the line between “personal funds” and “business income” has become fully transparent to the tax authorities. This guide will help you move step by step from registration to your first tax payment […]

“We accept cash only”… It used to be a common phrase, but today it can cost you a significant amount. Even if you sell at a market or are a sole proprietor (FOP) in Group 1. Have these new requirements really been postponed, and how can you operate without violations in 2026? Let’s break down […]

Filing the declaration of property status and income is not just a formality for individual entrepreneurs (FOPs) on the general taxation system. One mistake in calculations or a missed filing deadline can cost real money: from a UAH 340 fine to additional tax assessments for several years. In 2026, the rules remain unchanged, but the […]

The year 2026 became a year of “major recalculations” for Ukrainian entrepreneurs. After a long freeze of social standards, the government finally revised the minimum wage and the subsistence minimum. For sole proprietors (FOPs), this means not only higher income limits, but also increased amounts of taxes that must be paid to the budget on […]