In 2026, Ukrainian freight carriers gained the ability to operate under a simplified regime in over 40 countries around the world. This became possible due to a liberalization policy that allows for the avoidance of excessive paperwork and reduces the waiting time for permits.
This is reported by Business • Media
Expansion of the Geography of Transportation Liberalization
As of now, Ukrainian transport companies are already benefiting from the liberal regime with 35 countries. The list includes all 27 countries of the European Union, as well as the United Kingdom, Norway, Switzerland, Moldova, Georgia, Turkey, Montenegro, and North Macedonia.
“Currently, Ukrainian carriers are already enjoying the benefits of liberalization with 35 countries. The list of countries with a liberal regime includes all 27 EU countries; the United Kingdom, Norway, Switzerland, Moldova, and Georgia; Turkey, Montenegro, and North Macedonia.”
Interaction with Quota-Based Countries
Alongside countries that operate under a full transport “visa-free” regime, Ukraine continues to collaborate with several states under a quota system. For 2026, an agreement has been reached on the exchange of permits with countries such as Azerbaijan, Armenia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Serbia, and Bosnia and Herzegovina.
The Ministry of Development continues to work on expanding the geography of liberalization for international freight transportation, implementing digital procedures for obtaining permits, and creating transparent and predictable conditions for the development of the Ukrainian transport business.