EU–Ukraine
The specifics of trading with Europe: from customs procedures to Scandinavian business etiquette.
This category is a bridge between two legal systems. We write about how Ukrainian companies can enter the EU market, how European SMEs can work with Ukraine, and what nuances await on both sides of the border — from the perspective of our experience in Denmark and Kyiv.
FSC certification for exporting furniture to Scandinavia: what Danish retailers check
Scandinavian retailers do not accept furniture without an FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) certificate. But that is not enough.
Customs clearance for non-residents in Ukraine: how a European company can avoid setting up a legal entity
A European company can import goods into Ukraine without registering a legal entity. To do so, it needs:
EU–Ukraine trade barriers 2026: which goods require additional checks and how to pass them
Since 2026, controls have been tightened on:
How a Ukrainian manufacturer can find a buyer in Denmark: practical experience from our Copenhagen office
The Danish market is conservative. Cold emails do not work. What does work:
VAT on exports to the EU: when a Ukrainian exporter may not pay VAT and when it must
Exports from Ukraine: 0% VAT. But only if the actual export of the goods is confirmed (CMR, export declaration).